Forestry Supervisor

Salmon Arm BC
Canada

Job posting date Related department
1 year ago Procurement

Permanent, Full-Time

Location : Salmon Arm, BC

  • Are you looking for a job in a well-established, North American manufacturing company?
  • Do you wish to be a part of an ever-growing company?

Look no further; our Salmon Arm, BC office is actively looking for someone just like you!

With us, you will have access to:

  • Complete benefits package including:
    • Extended health and dental coverage, including a health spending account.
    • Life insurance & Short/Long Term Disability coverage
  • Competitive salary.
  • Annual profit-sharing program.
  • Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% on the first 4%).
  • Company Share Purchase Program with Company contribution

The position, in a nutshell

The Forestry Supervisor, Operations, carries out various field and office functions without direct supervision related to Forestry development and silviculture, to help meet the objectives of the Woodlands Department. The incumbent provides necessary direction and supervision through leadership, coaching, support and evaluation of skill level and training needs, including Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and Safety Coordinators.

Key Responsibilities

  • Interact and direct coworkers, log buyers, accounting, contractors, consultants and members of the public.
  • Communicate regularly with other staff to ensure personnel, reporting, organizational, or system requirements or issues are raised and dealt with.
  • 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.
  • Work closely with the Woodlands Manager on managing woodlands goals, and planning all activities to meet legal and financial objectives.
  • Participate in the preparation of budgets, accruals, forecasts and manage spending to achieve goals.
  • Regularly update the Woodlands Manager on work status.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in BC Forestry Field and Administration, with RPF or RFT status
  • Registered Forestry Professional
  • Knowledge of forest practices, legislation and administration in British Columbia
  • Valid driver’s license.

Core Competencies

  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Able to self-direct and effectively organize, plan work and prioritize resources to deliver woodlands plans and activities
  • Demonstrated problem solving, prioritization and conflict resolution skills
  • Presentation Skills
  • Proven ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations
  • “Lead by example” work ethic
  • Ability to: Train, motivate and coach employees / Maintain composure and work effectively under pressure / Take direction
  • Time and stress management
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Forestry Based Programs

If this position interests you, don’t delay and send your resume to recruitment@stella-jones.com today.

Our team is eager to meet you!