Land Use Coordinator

Canfor; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in forestry, Canfor is seeking a Land Use Coordinator in Grande Prairie, Alberta. The successful candidate will manage landuse and roaduse activities, ensuring compliance and sustainability while working closely with various stakeholders. This full-time position requires strong organizational and communication skills, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Potential $5,000 government relocation bonus

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Focus on safety and employee well-being

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Alberta's landuse regulations and road legislation.
• Experience managing contractors and negotiating agreements.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage divisional landuse and roaduse activities aligning with operational objectives.
• Supervise external contractors regarding landuse and road patrol.
• Coordinate communication of road maintenance activities with users.

Skills

Contract management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary education in forestry or natural resources

Tools

GIS

MS Office

Job description

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Land Use Coordinator

Posting ID: 28371

Position Type: Regular

City: Grande Prairie,AB, Canada

Location: Grande Prairie

As a Landuse Coordinator, you’ll play a key role on Canfor’s Woodlands team, overseeing the planning, execution, and integration of landuse and roaduse activities across the division. This full-time position is ideal for a strategic, detail-oriented professional with strong coordination skills, a solid understanding of forest land management, and a proactive approach to stakeholder engagement.

Reporting to the Forestry Superintendent, you will work closely with the Roads Supervisor, Harvesting Superintendent, and the broader woodlands team to support the division’s long-term operational goals while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and sustainability in land and road use practices.

A day in the life of a Landuse Coordinator includes:

• Manage all divisional landuse and roaduse activities, ensuring alignment with operational objectives
• Supervise external contractors related to landuse, road patrol, and security
• Oversee timber damage assessments, invoicing, and internal/external land disposition processes
• Administer roaduse agreements, crossing approvals, and third-party land access consents
• Coordinate communication of road maintenance activities with users and ensure accurate roaduse invoicing
• Ensure effective integration of landuse and roaduse planning across functional teams
• Maintain strong relationships with government agencies, third parties, and stakeholders
• Support forest certification and stewardship reporting through accurate data management and timely submissions
• Represent Canfor in regional and industry initiatives, including the AFPA Landuse Sub-Committee

For this role, you’ll come equipped with:

• Strong understanding of AB’s landuse regulations, permitting processes, and road legislation
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors and negotiate agreements
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• A valid Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to travel to field sites as required

Assets, but not required

• Eligibility for registration with the Alberta Association Forest Management Professionals or equivalent
• Post-secondary education in forestry, natural resources, or a related field
• Proficiency with GIS, MS Office, and forest management systems

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.

Moving from outside of Alberta? You may be eligible for a $5,000 bonus from the government of Alberta!

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