Forestry Planner

**What you get to do**:

- Support the ATCO Forestry Technology Modernization Initiatives program;
- Assist in the investigation into new technologies that can be used to improve vegetation management planning. This may require participation in the development of business proposals and/or business integration documentation;
- Review and quality-control (QC) data received from LIDAR acquisition projects and other projects as needed;
- Collaborate on the setup of pilot projects to explore new technologies;
- Prepare data for vegetation management optimization projects;
- Review and QC data to ensure readiness for operational field execution;
- Analyze geospatial data and other large datasets in a variety of formats;
- Provide recommendations for projects ensuring that forestry, biological, and environmental factors are taken into consideration;
- Provide support for data management software platforms;
- Interact with Senior Planners and the team Supervisor to maintain and update vegetation management software system.

**Qualifications**:

- A degree or diploma in Forestry or Environmental Sciences from a recognized post-secondary institute;
- Experience working on remote sensing projects is preferred;
- Proficient in data analysis;
- Comfort with GIS software and GPS technology for operational use;
- Well versed in database management, and software system support in a forestry or electric utility environment is beneficial;
- A keen desire to learn vegetation management business processes
- An eagerness to develop skills in budget development, planning and financial management and to become proficient in these functions over time;
- A growth mindset where challenges are embraced and learning is ongoing
- Confirmed ability to work optimally in a multifaceted environment while meeting multiple demands and priorities;
- Acute technical writing and communication skills;
- Demonstrated initiative, ability to overcome challenges, and the ability to thrive while working independently; and
- Ability to establish meaningful, collaborative working relationships that resonate across various teams and work groups.

**What We Offer**:

- A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence
- Competitive compensation
- Flex benefits
- Tuition assistance program
- Training and mentorship programs
- Charitable donation matching