Senior Forest Technician

3 weeks ago


Swan River, Canada Manitoba Government Full time

Introduction

Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources is seeking a qualified and skilled individual to fill the Senior Forest Technician - Timber Administration position in Swan River.

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefit package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family-related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

Swan River is the central population hub for close to 30, people. The town itself has a population of approximately 4,. The community offers a relaxed rural living experience along with services found in urban centres such as a recreation centre, banking, hospital, shopping, and schools. In addition to the Forest Industry, the community has a strong involvement in the agricultural and tourism sectors proving a diverse economic base of the town. In addition to the amenities of the community there are many recreational opportunities in close proximity. These include activities such as hiking, biking, and skiing, off road vehicle trails systems (ATV and SnoMan) as well as camping opportunities in nearby Provincial Parks. The region is well known for its hunting and fishing opportunities. For more information on the town of Swan River, visit
To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form and resume. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form and the resume to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. See below for further instructions.

Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Must possess and maintain a valid Full Stage Manitoba Class 5 (or higher) Driver’s licence without restrictions. Must possess or acquire at the next available course a Manitoba Scaling Licence. Must possess or acquire at next available course Standard First Aid. Must be able and willing to travel to remote locations within the Province of Manitoba for extended periods of time.  Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position which includes working alone in challenging outdoor weather conditions, being exposed to allergens, snowshoeing and walking 3 to 5 km/day in difficult terrain, and operating all terrain vehicles and snowmobiles. Qualifications: Essential: Post secondary education in Forestry, Natural Resource Management or related field of study, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.  Demonstrated experience planning, performing, supervising and inspecting timber operations. Experience in mapping and aerial photo interpretation, including the use of ArcGIS and GPS applications. Experience with data analysis including working with numerical and spatial data. Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize workloads, multi-task, and work on concurrent assignments with strict deadlines. Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical and non-technical information to a variety of audiences.  Strong written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders and within a team environment. Desired: Experience interpreting and applying legislation including working with The Forest Act, Regulations, and Guidelines. Experience working and collaborating with Indigenous people and/or communities. Leadership skills and the ability to supervise staff. Demonstrated experience planning, performing, supervising and inspecting silviculture operations.  Experience in project management. Duties: Reporting to the Regional Forester, the Senior Forest Technician - Timber Administration is responsible for the delivery and evaluation of timber administration, timber tracking and timber management projects in the region. The Senior Forest Technician will be the lead auditor of regional timber operations and the lead regional timber scaler for audit scaling, verification and factor sampling. 

The Senior Forest Technician leads a team of technicians and ensures that timber harvesting is supervised, appropriate practices are employed and timber is tracked. The position provides liaison and technical support on all aspects of the Forest Act and other associated legislation for enforcement. The Senior Forest Technician assists the Forester in the development of budget estimates for program delivery and administration of allocated financial resources.

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