Planning Forester

Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd.; Prince George; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Planning Forester to join their dedicated team in Central BC. This exciting role offers the opportunity to take charge of operational planning, manage First Nation relations, and ensure safety in forestry practices. With a focus on integrity and community, the successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and a Registered Professional Forester designation. Join a company that values leadership and innovation while contributing to sustainable growth and vibrant communities. If you're ready to make a difference in the forestry sector, this position is for you!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant forestry experience required.
• Strong communication and safety management skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan operations under company tenures and manage First Nation agreements.
• Oversee contractor management and financial controls.

Skills

Forestry Management

Communication Skills

Safety Management

First Nation Relations

Education

Registered Professional Forester (RPF) designation

Bachelor's degree in Forestry or related field

Job description

A step in the right direction!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Forestry Professional in Central BC!

About Us

Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd. is a family-owned integrated wood products manufacturing company with operations throughout north-central British Columbia. Since 1962 the dedicated team at Sinclar Group has been building strong and stable businesses by encouraging leadership and innovation in our workforce, upholding the family values that framed our beginnings, and respecting the needs of the communities in which we all live and work.

Working with integrity is fundamental to the Sinclar Group of Companies. The health and safety of our employees, our commitment to responsible environmental stewardship, ethical dealings with our business partners, and contributing to the economic and social fabric of the communities in which we operate define the essence of who we are.

While our focus is meeting the needs of our customers, our success is driven by our people.

The Opportunity – Planning Forester

As the Planning Forester, you will be part of the larger Sinclar Group Woodlands team and will have various levels of responsibilities in safety, First Nation relations, community relations, operational planning, contractor management, and financial controls. This position appeals to your desire for the responsibility of planning operations under company tenures and managing First Nation agreements and wood supply partnerships for our manufacturing facilities.

With demonstrated professionalism and a steadfast commitment to safety as a priority, you take initiative, work both independently and collaboratively, manage priorities, and time, and possess excellent communication skills. As the successful candidate, you will have at least 5 years of relevant forestry experience and a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) designation.

Further opportunities will be provided to expand your experience in addition to roles commensurate with your qualifications. This role is flexible in nature, providing opportunities for collaboration and involvement in many aspects of our business.

As the successful candidate, we ask that you reside in one of the three communities in which we operate (Prince George, Vanderhoof, and Fort St James).

Join Our Team!

If you are interested in joining an organization that is committed to sustainable growth and innovation while supporting healthy and vibrant communities, please forward your resume to: [e-mail] with the subject line “Planning Forester”.

The salary range for this position is $92,841 – $106,767 per year.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The initial review of applications will begin immediately.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.