Field Supervisor

Come Grow with Us Forsite is actively looking for a **Field Supervisor **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.

**WHAT YOU WILL DO**

Under the direction of the Senior Development Lead, the Field 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 Field Supervisor 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 or eligible to be registered with the FPBC as an RPF or RFT;
- A minimum of 5 years of operational forestry experience in British Columbia;
- A minimum of 2 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.