Experienced Forester

Strategic Natural Resource Group; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading natural resource consultancy in Campbell River is seeking an Experienced Forester to oversee and produce high-quality deliverables in forestry projects. The ideal candidate will possess a registered professional designation and be well-versed in BC's forest legislation. Strong mentorship and leadership abilities are required, along with experience in managing budgets and liaising with clients, especially First Nations. This role offers a vibrant work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Association of BC Forest Professionals.
• Experience in BC's Forest industry is necessary.
• Understanding of forest legislation and operational forestry required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the production of professional deliverables with attention to quality.
• Mentor and lead team members effectively.
• Manage project budgets and schedules efficiently.

Skills

Registered with the Association of BC Forest Professionals as an RPF

Experience working in BC's Forest industry

Knowledge of Operational Forestry

Knowledge of forest legislation

Understanding of silvicultural systems

Experience managing budgets and projects

Ability to liaise with clients

Interest in mentoring

Job description

Job Title

Experienced Forester

Job Category

Field

Requisition Number

EXPER001156

Posting Details

Posted: April 15, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Locations

• Campbell River, 301 1180 Ironwood Street, BC V9W5P7, CAN
• Fort St. John, 10927 Alaska Rd, BC V1J6P3, CAN
• Prince George, 931 Great St., BC V2N5R7, CAN
• Port McNeill, 2-1488 Beach Dr., PO Box 1327, BC V0N2R0, CAN

Job Details

Strategic is one of British Columbia's largest natural resource consultants. We are a First Nations majority owned company through the Ehattesaht Chinehkint Nation, whose stewardship of the land leads us forward. What started as a small team of Timber Development Engineers, has grown over the last 20 years into an industry renowned west coast consultancy employing 130+ people in multiple communities. Our mission is to deliver technical expertise to our valued clients, to provide a safe and positive work environment, and to lead by fostering prosperity in our communities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, produce, and supervise the production of accurate professional deliverables with particular attention to quality, time, and cost parameters, both independently and in a team environment.
• Possess effective mentorship and leadership skills, efficient coordination of resources, be reliable, personable, organized, logical, customer service oriented, and be an effective communicator.
• Interested in tackling increasingly challenging projects and tasks, which may also include some business development.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Association of BC Forest Professionals as an RPF.
• Experience working in BC's Forest industry.
• Knowledge of Operational Forestry, including Appraisals, Cutting Permit Applications, Road Permit Applications, and Occupant Licenses to Cut.
• Knowledge of forest legislation.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of silvicultural systems, surveys, and activities.
• Ability to prepare and support the preparation of Site Plans, land use plans, and Forest Landscape plans.
• Interested in mentoring in the field and in the office year-round.
• Comfortable liaising with clients and being involved in business development.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and projects.
• Experience working with First Nations.
• Enthusiastic about the BC Forest Industry.

Assets

• Advanced RPAS License an asset.
• Other Professional designations including PMP, RP Bio, P. AG.

Preferred Qualifications

• Class 5 Driver's Licence
• Transport Endorsement
• OFA 1/Basic FA