Job Purpose

To oversee Silviculture activities and related forestry programs, including waste and residue management, planning, systems maintenance, and contract administration, while contributing expertise to other operational areas as needed, which could include hazard abatement, and harvesting, among other things.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

•    Ensure personal and contractor safety in all operations.
•    Plan, implement, and monitor silviculture program activities (e.g., site preparation, planting, brushing, regeneration surveys).
•    Oversee waste and residue assessments, reporting, and corrective actions.
•    Maintain, improve, and document forestry systems and databases (e.g., GIS, silviculture records, operational dashboards).
•    Prepare and administer contracts, including bid packages, negotiations, performance oversight, and compliance monitoring.
•    Track and report costs; review invoices; assist with budget preparation and forecasting.
•    Liaise with contractors, customers, Indigenous partners, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and effective communication.
•    Support certification requirements (e.g., SFI) and participate in internal and third-party audits.
•    Contribute to provincial and trade association committees as required.
•    Expectations of this position will be to help in other forestry functions such as harvesting and planning where experience and expertise allow.
•    It is also expected that position will participate in community and First Nation events and assist in special projects when necessary.

Core Competencies & Behavioral Indicators
Safety & Compliance
•    Champions safe work practices; identifies and mitigates risks in field and office settings.
•    Demonstrates knowledge of applicable forestry and safety legislation; ensures contractor compliance.
Silviculture Expertise
•    Develops and executes prescriptions aligned to site conditions and sustainability objectives.
•    Analyzes regeneration performance and adjusts practices for continuous improvement.
•    Experience in silviculture surveys, or accredited surveyor will be considered an asset.
Planning & Coordination
•    Builds realistic plans, schedules, and resource allocations; manages dependencies across operations.
•    Balances short-term operational needs with long-term forest management goals.
GIS/GPS & Systems Management
•    Maintains accurate spatial and operational data; improves data quality and accessibility.
•    Optimizes forestry applications; documents standards and trains users as needed.
Contract Management
•    Prepares clear scope of work, evaluate bids, and negotiate terms.
•    Monitors contractor performance against deliverables, budget, and HSE requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement
•    Communicates effectively with contractors, regulators, and community partners.
•    Builds trust through timely, transparent updates and responsive issue resolution.
Cost Management
•    Tracks unit costs and variances; identifies savings opportunities without compromising quality.
•    Supports budgeting and forecasting with data-driven recommendations.
Teamwork & Independence
•    Works productively as an individual contributor within a collaborative team environment.
•    Shares expertise across functions and steps in to assist where experience adds value.

What do I need to be successful?

•    Strong understanding of silviculture principles and practices.
•    Safety-conscious with knowledge of applicable forestry and safety legislation.
•    Proficient in planning, GIS/GPS applications, and resource coordination.
•    Skilled in contract administration and cost management.
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills; effective team player.
•    Ability to operate computers and forestry-related software systems.
•    Ability to work independently in varied field and office conditions.

Education

• Degree or diploma in forestry or related field, or equivalent operational experience.
• Professional Forester designation in BC, or ability to acquire within twelve months of start date.

  Experience:
  Minimum 3 years of forestry experience, with emphasis on silviculture and planning.

Work Environment

•    Combination of office and outdoor work, subject to varying weather and terrain conditions.
•    Travel to field sites and contractor locations as required.