Supervisor, Silviculture

Posting ID:      29323 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. This 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.

 

A day in the life of a Silviculture Supervisor will include:

• Implement and manage Silviculture program activities, which include post-harvest assessments, site preparation, seed collection, reforestation, silviculture surveys, brushing, weeding as well as adhering to applicable reporting requirements.
• Participate in the development of annual budgets to achieve business plan targets.
• Tracking, reporting, and analyzing of 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, and Canfor’s Safety Policy, SAFE Company certification, Environment Policy and Forest Management System.
• Providing and supporting a positive atmosphere for personal, professional and team development.

 

Does this sound like you? Come find out why Canfor is consistently rated amongst BC’s best employers. At Canfor, we’re innovators in the forest products industry and if you are too, it’s time to grow your career working alongside some of the best and brightest in the business.

 

At Canfor, diversity means understanding, recognizing, and valuing the differences that make each person unique. We see inclusion and diversity as an essential part of our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive advantage. We strive for a fair and equitable recruitment process, where hiring decisions are based on the individual qualifications and experience of each applicant. 

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The salary range for this position is: $79,450.00-$113,500.00

 

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

 

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.