Chief Executive Officer

BC Forest Safety; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional safety organization in Nanaimo is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead strategic and operational objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities and a track record of positive results in senior roles. You will be responsible for engaging with stakeholders and supporting efforts in risk and injury management to drive results. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of industry safety. Applications should be submitted to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Track record of positive results in a senior role.
• Strong leadership capabilities and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to engage with all levels of the industry.

Responsibilities

• Achieve strategic, financial, and operating objectives.
• Provide leadership and develop relationships with stakeholders.
• Support analysis and delivery of injury reduction efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Risk management

Job description

JOB TITLE:Chief Executive Officer(CEO)

LOCATION: Nanaimo, BC

CLOSING DATE: November 14, 2025

POSTING: For more information and details on how to apply, click the apply button or visit our website.

PURPOSE: The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for achieving strategic, financial and operating objectives, as approved by the Board of Directors ensuring the organization operates in accordance with the policies and strategic plan established by the Board.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for achieving strategic, financial, and operating objectives, as approved by the Board of Directors and for ensuring the organization operates in accordance with the policies and strategic plan established by the Board. In fulfilling this mandate, the CEO will provide strong and effective leadership to staff and develop strong and effective relationships with key external stakeholders, including industry leaders, and provincial and federal government officials.

The CEO requires a track record of positive results in a senior role. Although an asset, forest industry experience is not a requirement. Experience in an organization that has demonstrated exceptional risk and injury management results would be a strong attribute. The CEO will be an individual able to engage and work with all levels of the industry to analyze the next steps towards injury reduction, and then effectively support the parties to deliver results.

If you believe that you would be a strong candidate for this exciting and challenging role, please submit your request to [e-mail].

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals selected moving forward. The applicants that meet our requirements will be contacted and further information will be provided.