Forestry Operations Planning Leader – Flexible Schedule

Tolko Brand - External; Town of Slave Lake; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Northern allowance

Bonus program

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Tolko is seeking a Forestry Superintendent – Operational Planning in Slave Lake, Alberta. The role coordinates operational planning for all Alberta operations, leads landscape-level planning, and fosters partnerships to secure fibre for Tolko’s facilities.

The candidate will oversee a team, work with Indigenous communities, government and the public, and ensure responsible forest stewardship across a large annual volume. Excellent leadership and safety are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related industry experience.
• Registered or eligible as a Forestry Professional in Alberta.
• Experience in managing large-scale projects and coordinating staff.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of AB Forest legislation and implementation.
• Understanding of timber harvesting, silviculture, forest stewardship planning.
• Ability to build relationships with Indigenous communities, government and stakeholders.
• Commitment to safety and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of forest professionals implementing landscape-level plans for ~3.2 million m3 annually.
• Lead and manage relationships with Indigenous communities, stakeholders and the public.
• Lead landscape-level planning initiatives and strategic coordination to support timber development.
• Coordinate Operational Planning for all Alberta operations and standardize best practices.
• Ensure Annual Operating Plans and Development Plans are operationally sound and compliant with environmental safeguards.
• Foster strategic partnerships with contractors to secure fibre and create efficiencies.
• Maintain a flexible schedule, balancing office and field work to manage priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Relationship building

Safety

Strategic thinking

Education

Forestry Professional

Job description

Tolko is seeking a Forestry Superintendent – Operational Planning in Slave Lake, Alberta. The role coordinates operational planning for all Alberta operations, leads landscape-level planning, and fosters partnerships to secure fibre for Tolko’s facilities.

The candidate will oversee a team, work with Indigenous communities, government and the public, and ensure responsible forest stewardship across a large annual volume. Excellent leadership and safety are essential.