Silviculture Forester, Grand Forks, British Columbia
When you join our team as a Silviculture Forester, you will be responsible for various portions of the
silviculture program including the planning, and management of mechanical site
preparation, seed procurement, tree planting, stand tending, and survey
activities. This is a growth position with opportunities for increased responsibilities
and leadership. The successful candidate will play a role in ensuring all legal
and social obligations are met in a cost-efficient manner.
What You’ll Do
- Promote, lead and exhibit Interfor Safety Culture.
- Meet divisional and corporate environmental goals, compliance with regulatory requirements and Sustainable Forestry Initiative certification standards.
- Lead role in the planning, implementation, administration and management of the silviculture program, and post-harvest activities.
- Provide leadership and direction to contractors, consultants, and junior staff.
- Manage safety, quality, environmental, and production goals with contractors.
What You Offer
- Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) with the FPBC.
- Minimum 2 years of forestry experience in a similar capacity and a passion for silviculture
- Willingness to learn, be creative and adapt to change
- Knowledge of forest legislation, regulations and guidelines specific to silviculture.
- Proficiency with databases, Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
- Experience supervising staff and/or contractors.
- Flexible schedule, especially in the spring.
- Familiarity with silviculture software including LRM, ARCView, Plant/Survey Wizard SNAP and Government of BC forestry applications
- Possess at minimum a valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s license that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.
- Positive attitude, dependable and able to work effectively in an interactive and energetic team environment.
- Work efficiently and be able to prioritize multiple projects/tasks.
- Identify and reduce risk, throughout all aspects of the program.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated strong analytical, innovative, and logical thinking skills.
Who We Are
Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.
Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar
What We Offer
Interfor has posted the following expected salary range that the company believes in good faith could be offered to successful candidates. The salary offered is benchmarked to current market conditions and will also be based on numerous factors which can include work experience, skills, credentials, education, and other relevant factors. In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a competitive benefits package and be able to participate in our Short-Term Incentive Bonus plan, with the payout amount subject to individual and corporate performance. If you have any questions regarding our salary range or our total compensation package, our recruitment team will be happy to advise you on what you can expect from us.
Expected range: $85,00 – $100,000 per year
Interfor builds value for our employees by providing a career where they can contribute, grow, and prosper. You’ll receive a competitive benefits package including:
- Extended Health & Dental, which includes Vision Care
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Group Life and AD&D Insurance
- Optional (Employee Paid) Group Life Insurance
- RRSP Matching Plan
- Participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Participation in our Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
- Paid Vacation
- Employee Assistance Program
We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to ‘Start Here. Go Far.’ Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com/careers.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.