Forestry Supervisor

Come Grow with Us Forsite is actively looking for a Forestry Supervisor based out of our Prince George, 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 Assistant Manager, the Forestry Supervisor will be responsible for implementing the Forsite Health and Safety Program as well as assisting with scheduling, supervision, training, quality control and providing direction to a production crew.

The Forestry Supervisor will support the Assistant Manager in the preparation of project level budgets and plans and will work closely with other Managers and Forestry Supervisors to effectively deliver projects.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

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

• A minimum of 8 years of operational forestry experience in British Columbia;
• A minimum of 3 years 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.