Assistant Forester (Forester)

Full Time

  Strategic Natural Resource Consultants (http://www.snrc.ca)

  Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada

Campbell River, BC
Assistant Forester Opportunities
with our Integrated Resource Team

Assistant Forester:

  • Eligible or working towards a professional designation (RFT or RPF)
  • Knowledge of TFM and CENFOR forest management software applications
  • Passionate about physical work in adverse conditions and is flexible towards camp shifts
  • Familiar with field technology; iPad, Survey Wizard, GPS, etc.
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of silvicultural activities and solid forestland management
  • A great written and verbal communicator

As a successful applicant, you will work closely with our senior staff to exercise and develop the following skills;

  • Knowledge of forest legislation for both private and Crown land
  • Knowledge of coastal harvesting & silvicultural systems
  • Preparation of site plans and stand management prescriptions
  • Knowledge of silvicultural surveys, practices and prescriptions
  • Navigation and map reading skills, GPS surveys and applications, and general computer skills
  • Experience working around trucks, ATVs, boats, float planes & helicopters

We offer opportunities for career development and diversity, with room to grow professionally in both traditional and non-traditional forest management in areas such as arboriculture, ecosystem restoration, and forest enhancement. We pride ourselves on maintaining a safe, respectful and fun work environment that promotes values such as teamwork, professional accountability, and work/life balance. All applicants must be enthusiastic worker and learners who thrive and excel in a team environment. Positive attitude and dedication to workplace safety are critical to your role with our team.

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, and on-the-job mentorship and formal training.