Senior Forest Technician

Come Grow with Us Forsite is actively looking for a Senior Forest Technician based out of our Nelson, BC office.

WHO WE ARE

With 11 locations throughout Canada, Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry technology, strategic planning, resource and land management and professional forestry. Forsite has been SAFE certified since 2007 and is committed to growth, innovation and maintaining a safe and respectful working environment.

At Forsite we will excel by being a flexible, adaptable, people-oriented business that grows and profits by creating value for our customers and opportunities for our employees. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Under the direction of the Development Supervisor, the Senior Forest Technician will be responsible for forest development activities including reconnaissance road/cutblock engineering, ecological and riparian assessments, and completing the associated plans, deliverables, and appraisal packages in a safe, timely, cost effective and professional manner.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• A safety conscious attitude;
• Post-secondary education with a diploma or degree in forestry;
• Registered or eligible to be registered with the FPBC as an RPF or RFT;

• A minimum of three (3) years of operational forestry experience in British Columbia;
• A minimum of one (1) year of multiphase timber development project management in British Columbia;
• Solid understanding of, and experience in, operational planning (cut block/road development processes). Experience using LiDAR for forest development planning would be an asset;
• A strong understanding of the forest legislation, regulation and policy impacting forest planning and management in British Columbia; and
• Valid driver's license with a clean abstract.

WHO YOU ARE

• Enthusiastic with a passion for forestry and working outdoors;

• A strong sense of business and a desire to work in a competitive environment;
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills;

• Professional with a friendly and courteous manner, being service and team oriented;
• Initiative and perseverance;
• Able to work both independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment; and
• A strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the business;

WHAT WE PROVIDE

In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Forsite provides flexibility, competitive wages, a solid benefits package, supported professional development and a company matched pension program.

Forsite welcomes applications from everyone and is looking for the most suitable individual with the skills and knowledge to effectively complete the duties required of the position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.