Forestry Supervisor

Geoterra Integrated Resource Systems Ltd. part of the CCI Group of Companies is a British Columbia-based company that provides consulting services to the natural resource sector and related industries. We are a leader in providing technical expertise and information within the industry, and we pride ourselves on providing safe, efficient, and effective services.

This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in operational forestry, such as silviculture, forest development, timber cruising and harvesting.

Geoterra is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill an open vacancy for the position of Forestry Supervisor.

*Job Highlights*
* Geoterra has an industry-leading, extended health and benefits plan.
* Company RRSP matching program.
* Health spending accounts.
* Geoterra supports our employees with professional development opportunities and payment of professional dues.
* This position will require both office and fieldwork; travel is expected.
* Geoterra pays for all travel and accommodations, including per-diem, while away from home.
* Wage: $30-$45 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

*Accountabilities*
* Leading timber cruising and timber investigations;
* Leading cutblock, road layout and assessments
* Leading riparian and ecosystem assessments;
* Leading data collection and entry;
* Additional adhoc assistance requirements needed by the supervisor;

*Qualifications*
* Post-secondary education in a natural resource field.
* Registered or able to register with the Association of BC Forest Professionals (RPF, RFT).
* Positive attitude, highly organized, with a proven ability to provide supervision and mentor junior staff members.
* Minimum of 3 years experience in the forest industry.
* Specific experience with forest development activities such as block layout (ground based and cable), timber cruising, ecological data collection and riparian classification.
* Valid BC driver’s license.
* Working knowledge of the BC tenure and appraisal system.
* Provide a Negative 12 Panel Drug & Alcohol test upon hire.
* Provide a Drivers Abstract with no major infractions upon hire.

Geoterra prides itself on offering staff a positive working environment with many opportunities for them to grow and become an integral part of our environmental services team. Self-reliant and motivated individuals will find that Geoterra offers excellent opportunities for advancement, career growth, and industry-leading wages.

Please submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format via email to: hr@ccisolutions.ca

The job posting will stay open until the successful candidate is hired.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00-$45.00 per hour

Benefits:
* Company events
* Dental care
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Extended health care
* Flexible schedule
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Paid time off
* RRSP match
* Wellness program

Application question(s):
* Do you have experience with Silviculture, Forest Development, Timber Cruising or Harvesting?
* Do you have post secondary education in a Natural Resource Field? If so what?
* Are you registered or able to register with the Association of BC Forest Professionals?
* Can you provide a Negative 12 Panel Drug & Alcohol Test upon hire?

Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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