Forestry Supervisor

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ). 

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

• Are you looking for a change that comes with stability in the forest sector?
• Are you looking to for a great small-town community with lots of year-round outdoor activities that is also close to major city centers?
• Do you have a desire for diversity in your role?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then please keep reading!

Based in the beautiful Shuswap B.C. and reporting to the Woodlands Manager, the Forestry Supervisor role would carry out various field and office functions to meet the Woodlands Dept KPIs. This role has the flexibility to be designed with your interests in mind.

Key Responsibilities

• Practice safe work procedures and follow Stella-Jones workplace regulations and policies.
• Comply with company Environmental Management System protocols.
• Depending on your interests and experience, there is an opportunity to work in planning, development, harvest/roads supervision and/or silviculture. Experience in Woodlot management would also be asset.
• Work closely and collaboratively with other Woodlands employees towards common and individual goals.
• Maintain tracking systems to accurately reflect current values and phases for reporting purposes.
• Given the distance required to access some of our operating areas, longer field days will be required at times to maintain productivity.
• Collaborate with EMS (Environmental Management Systems) and EH&S (Environment, Health and Safety) Coordinators to ensure compliance with and understanding of workplace regulations and policies.
• Interact and maintain relationships with other business units and external contractors.
• Work closely with the Woodlands Manager on managing current and long-term priorities while considering legal and financial objectives.
• Actively track and manage project costs.
• Use of Fieldmaps and Sitedocs to track fieldwork and assessments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, or Forest Technologist Diploma or equivalent program.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in BC Forestry Field and Administration, with RPF or RFT with FPBC.
• Knowledge of forest practices, legislation and administration in British Columbia
• Full phase development experience on conventional and cable ground
• Valid driver’s license
• ArcGIS Pro experience would be an asset
• Waste and residue survey experience an asset
• Timber Harvest /Silviculture Supervision experience an asset 

What You Offer:

• Safety conscious 
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills is necessary.
• Ability to self-direct and efficiently plan and organize multiple ongoing priorities is a must.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively risk-manage.
• “Lead by example” work ethic that is willing to go the extra mile.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Forestry-Based Programs like Forest Ops, Phoenix and ArcGIS Online.
• Team player

What We Offer:

• Safe and flexible working environment.
• Diverse forest products allow for Stella-Jones to provide some stability in the Forest Sector.
• Company truck that can be used for personal use as a taxable benefit.
• Opportunities for training.
• Close knit Woodlands group with a variety of experience levels.

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