Senior Development Foresters
(Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)
Full Time
BC, British Columbia, Canada
Forestry job opportunity in BC.
LOCATION: Salmon Arm / Kamloops / Smithers / Prince George
Forsite Consultants Ltd. is an industry leader in providing flexible work schedules, great remuneration, strong benefits plan, paid travel and overtime, and offers a Pension Plan. If you are a Forest Professional and live in or have a desire to, relocate to Salmon Arm, Kamloops or Prince George, then you may find this position attractive.
ROLE:
- Key specialist member of the forest development planning team
- Contribute expertise within our project teams, spanning small cutting permit-based projects to large integrated multi-phase development or woodlands management programs
- Provide leadership in the implementation of appraisal, stewardship and silviculture services
- Support the completion of cruise compilations and interior timber appraisals
- Manage and ensure compliance and consistency with stewardship requirements for forest development in B.C. as driven by
- FRPA and relevant Forest Stewardship Plans, including the coordination of assessments and completion of referrals
- Provide leadership in silviculture system planning associated with forest development activities and site plans
- Provide expertise and support for forest development planning and operations
The successful individual must be an RPF in good standing with the Association of B.C. Forest Professionals and must have the following technical experience:
- Over ten years of operational forest management experience (with a minimum of 5 years of timber development experience)
- A clear and comprehensive understanding of and a minimum of 3 years of experience working with the B.C. Interior Appraisal system
- Understanding of all aspects of forest management, not limited to forest ecology, pathology, engineering, silviculture, timber valuation, timber harvesting and fire management
- Significant experience in operational timber development, including field engineering, crew supervision, timber cruising, field assessments, etc.
- Knowledgeable and experienced in a range of forestry related software, GIS and Microsoft Office™
- Candidates must have a valid driver’s licence, safe driving record and possess first aid certification.
In addition, candidates should also demonstrate the following qualities:
- A demonstrated passion for forestry
- Motivated, with a strong work ethic
- Strong project and business management aptitude
- Strong skills in communication (English) including verbal and written
- Ability to work in a competitive business environment, with a focus on project management accountabilities
- Ability to work independently and contribute as a specialist within a team environment
This positions will be tailored to match successful applicants qualifications and the needs of our clients. Only chosen applicants will be contacted .