Forest Hydrologist

Tolko Industries Ltd; Lumby; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Excellent benefits

Retirement plan

Relocation support

Positive, inclusive work environment

Job summary

Tolko Industries Ltd seeks a Forest Hydrologist for the Southern Interior Woodlands in British Columbia, with base flexibility across Williams Lake, Kamloops or Vernon. The role protects water resources and supports sustainable forest management, managing the Woodlands Watershed assessment program and risk framework.

The ideal candidate has a hydrology degree, professional registration, and 5+ years in watershed/hydrology.

Qualifications

• University degree or technical diploma in Hydrology.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience relevant to watershed processes and forest hydrology.
• Registered with an accredited professional organization.
• Class 5 driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee field personnel while maintaining safety standards.
• Interact with various teams and build strong relationships with coworkers.
• Support Tolko’s safety, environment, production, cost and quality objectives.
• Perform work both in office and in the field.
• Travel periodically across the southern interior BC communities (Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops).

Skills

Watershed hydrology

Safety-minded

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Class 5 driver’s license

Education

University degree or technical diploma in Hydrology

Job description

Forest Hydrologist - Southern Interior Woodlands

Williams Lake, Kamloops, or Vernon, British Columbia

Our Forest Hydrologist plays an important role in protecting water resources and supporting responsible, sustainable forest management across Tolko’s British Columbia operations. You will manage the Woodlands Watershed assessment program, maintain and improve the Watershed risk management framework, and work closely with Woodlands teams, consulting hydrologists, government, First Nations, and other stakeholders. Read on to learn how you can join our team and make an impact!

We’re looking for a Forest Hydrologistfor ourSouthern Interior Woodlands Division. The Southern Interior Woodlands Team manages Tolko's tenure and fibre supply in the Southern Interior of British Columbia, covering an area of 953,447 hectares. We are dedicated to sustaining these areas to the benefit of all who live and work there. While there is flexibility in where the position is based, most of the work will take place in the Southern Interior of British Columbia.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• A strong commitment to working safely.
• Registered with an accredited professional organization.
• A university degree or technical diploma in Hydrology.
• Class 5 driver’s license in good standing is required.
• Familiarity with Forestry Legislation and land base constraints applicable to forest development planning in the Interior of British Columbia.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience relevant to watershed processes and forest hydrology.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Possess a positive attitude and high degree of motivation.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge come in many forms. Even if you don’t have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role you will:

• Supervise and oversee field personnelwhile maintaining safety standards.
• Interact with various teams andbuild strong relationshipswith the people you work with.
• Support Tolko’s objectives forsafety, environment, production, cost and quality.
• Performwork both in office and in the field.
• Travel periodically across the southern interior of BCas duties may span across the communities of Kelowna, Vernon, and Kamloops.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on anexciting new challengewithsupportive team members.
• You'll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $95,250 to $127,000 per year.
• You’ll be eligible to participate in Tolko’sbonus program.
• You’ll be eligible forexcellent benefitsand access to ourretirement plan, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You may also be eligible forrelocation supportincluding community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• You’ll be part of apositive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

About the North Okanagan Valley

The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here.