Supervisor, Silviculture

The Opportunity

Posting
Position Type:
Regular
City:
Cranbrook, BC, Canada

Location:

Cranbrook Offices

You’re a motivator who builds relationships naturally. You have an innate ability to adapt to changing situations and have a great understanding of the ins and outs of the forestry industry .

As the Silviculture Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for the planning and implementation of our Silviculture programs , which can include reforestation, post‑harvest assessments, site preparation, silviculture surveys and other exciting tasks. You like to see improvement in the things you work on, so you will be able to use your significant experience to implement cost‑effective processes and actively engage in the Canfor Operating System deployment strategies.

In a perfect world, you have earned an associated university degree or technical diploma with several years of forestry‑related experience. Ideally you have obtained or are working towards an RFT, FIT or RPF Certification with the Association of BC Forestry Professionals. You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, can easily navigate a Microsoft Office environment and have experience with other forest industry software applications.

• Implement and manage Silviculture program activities, which include post‑harvest assessments, site preparation, seed collection, reforestation, silviculture surveys, brushing, weeding, and adherence to applicable reporting requirements.
• Participate in the development of annual budgets to achieve business plan targets.
• Track, report, and analyze safety, quality, cost and delivery results.
• Demonstrate the highest level of commitment to continuous improvement initiatives by implementing cost‑effective processes and actively participating in the Canfor Operating System deployment strategies.
• Maintain positive relations with various stakeholders, the public and government agencies.
• Ensure all Silviculture activities are conducted in compliance with legislation, Canfor’s Safety Policy, SAFE Company certification, Environment Policy and Forest Management System.
• Provide and support a positive atmosphere for personal, professional and team development.

The salary range for this position is: $79,450.00‑$. In addition to base salary, Canfor offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package with performance‑based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options, and robust health & well‑being initiatives. Canfor also continually invests in the development of its talent to help them thrive professionally and personally, emphasizing diversity, equity and inclusion.