Harvest Supervisor

Canfor; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forestry company in Cranbrook, BC is seeking a qualified individual to supervise daily harvesting activities and ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies. The ideal candidate has a degree in Forestry or Natural Resource Management and experience in the forestry sector. The salary range is competitive at $80,000 to $100,000, with a comprehensive rewards package including benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Performance-based incentives

Recognition programs

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Ideally a degree or diploma in relevant field with knowledge of BC legislation.
• Experience across forestry work and leadership in safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily harvesting activities.
• Plan and deliver volume to customers.
• Track and analyze safety and quality results.

Skills

Relationship building with suppliers

Safety management

Forestry legislation knowledge

Education

University Degree or Technical Diploma in Forestry or Natural Resource Management

Job description

Overview

Posting ID: 28142

Position Type: Regular

City: Cranbrook, BC, Canada

Location: Cranbrook Offices

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily harvesting activities, including logging road construction, maintenance and deactivation, waste assessments, hazard abatement, and productivity audits.
• Plan and deliver volume to the Canfor Sawmill and other customers.
• Track, report, and perform root cause analysis of safety, quality, cost, and delivery results.
• Handle administrative and environmental management activities.
• Prepare budgets and manage costs within assigned responsibilities.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives and other team projects as requested.
• Ensure activities comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements, forestry legislation, Canfor’s Environmental Policy, Forestry Principles, and Forestry Management System.
• Develop positive relationships with suppliers, First Nations, government agencies, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Ideally a University Degree or Technical Diploma in Forestry or Natural Resource Management, with knowledge of applicable BC legislation and policies.
• Experience across a spectrum of forestry work and ability to build positive relationships with suppliers, Indigenous communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Bonus points if you are a registered Professional Forester and/or a member of FPBC.
• Leadership experience in forestry and a strong commitment to safety.

Why join Canfor

The salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $100,000.00. Canfor offers a comprehensive total rewards package including performance-based incentives, recognition programs, benefits, paid leave, pension with contributions, savings options, and wellness initiatives. We invest in talent development and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full Time
• Experience: Relevant forestry experience
• Vacancy: 1

Note: We appreciate all candidates’ interest, but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring process may include behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks depending on the role and location.