Operations Supervisor

Fpbc; Terrace; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Operations Supervisor, where you will lead forest operations in the stunning community of Terrace, BC. This role offers a chance to manage diverse forestry projects, mentor a dynamic team, and engage with various stakeholders. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including profit sharing and professional development, this position is perfect for a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment. Enjoy the great outdoors while making a significant impact in the forestry sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Profit sharing

Pension allowance

Coverage of professional dues

Allowances for personal equipment

Flexible work schedules

Professional development and training

Minimum signing bonus of $1500

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in forest operations and project supervision.
• Strong background in project management and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage forest operations from inception to completion.
• Mentor staff and build client capacity in forestry projects.

Skills

Logging and road construction supervision

Timber and log quality assessments

Project management

Contract negotiation

Liaising with contractors and stakeholders

Safety and environmental program planning

Education

Registered with Forest Professionals BC

Certification as a Project Management Professional

Tools

LIMS

Netscale

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

THE JOB

The Operations Supervisor will set up, coordinate, supervise, and manage forest operations from project inception to completion; mentor staff; and build client capacity. This exciting career opportunity is based in beautiful Terrace, BC, a fun and family-oriented community, with many local amenities and access to outdoor activities including fishing, skiing, snowmobiling, biking, and hiking.

ABOUT WESTLAND RESOURCES LIMITED

Westland Resources operates throughout Northwest BC on diverse natural resource management projects, including Energy, Forestry, and Infrastructure sectors. We manage four forest licences, two forestry licences to cut, two woodlots, a tree farm licence, and future Treaty lands. For over two decades, our services have ranged from strategic advice, assessment, development, and permitting, to operational implementation, monitoring, problem-solving, and post-project supervision. Our clients include First Nations, energy and utility companies, forest licensees, infrastructure developers, and government agencies.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

You should have a well-rounded background in forest operations and supervision of forestry-related projects, with at least 5 years of experience.

Skills we are looking for:

• Logging and road construction supervision
• Timber and log quality assessments, valuation, and reporting
• Project management (planning, budgeting, ground-level implementation, supervision, and monitoring)
• Contract negotiation and implementation
• Liaising and negotiating with contractors, resource agencies, stakeholders, and First Nations
• Safety and environmental program planning and development

Assets would include:

• Registered (or eligible to register) with Forest Professionals BC, or certification as a Project Management Professional
• Working knowledge of BC’s natural resource regulatory environment and operational planning processes

The successful applicant will also be:

• A team-oriented self-starter seeking diversity and career growth
• A quick, adaptive learner who enjoys the woods and is comfortable working with technology (LIMS, Netscale, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, etc.)
• Open and positive in interactions with clients and government agencies

WHAT WE OFFER

Westland offers a competitive salary (range: $83,000 - $109,000/year), comprehensive benefits, profit sharing, pension allowance, coverage of professional dues, allowances for personal equipment and moving, flexible work schedules to promote work/life balance, professional development and training, and a minimum signing bonus of $1500 upon completing a 90-day probation. We foster an upbeat, fun, and respectful workplace focused on safety, teamwork, and communication. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

If interested, please email your resumé and cover letter highlighting your qualifications and experience to [e-mail].