Planning Forester - PWT

PWT; Golden; Vor Ort; CAD 95.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Extended health

Dental

Vision

EAP

Zusammenfassung

PWT in Golden, BC is seeking a Planning Forester to support cutting permits and harvest planning with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and safe operation. You will work with a multidisciplinary team and First Nations partners to ensure timely delivery of permits and robust forest stewardship.

The role involves mapping, data analysis, and coordination with government partners, while developing professional plans and maintaining safety and sustainability standards in a dynamic forestry

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or Diploma in Forest Resources Management with forestry development and planning experience
• Registered Professional Forester (RPF), Registered Forest Technician (RFT) or eligible to become registered
• 2-7+ years forestry development and planning experience

Aufgaben

• Assist the Senior Planning Forester to deliver cutting permits and harvest plans with regulatory compliance
• Develop operational maps and plans and secure professional sign-off
• Collaborate with government and First Nations to foster relationships and timely permitting
• Prepare referral packages and communicate with stakeholders during planning processes
• Monitor contracts and budgets related to forest development and harvest planning

Kenntnisse

Forest planning

Timber cruising

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Analytical skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Forestry

Diploma in Forest Resources Management

RPF/RFT eligible

Tools

GIS

GPS

ArcPro

LRM

Jobbeschreibung

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700 - Forestry & Natural Resources Full Time Professional Golden, BC, CA

Salary Range: CA$95,000.00 To CA$125,000.00 Annually

PWT is a manufacturer of premium engineered wood products (EWP) in North America. We value innovation and forward thinking, and we believe the best ideas come from talented, diverse, and enthusiastic people. PWT employees are fueled bytheir passion for safety, sustainability, and innovation.

PWT Woodlands department operates licenses with approximately 487,000 m 3 AAC across two Forestry and Resource Divisions. We are looking for a Planning Forester to join the Forestry and Resources Division based in Golden, B.C.

YOUR ROLE:

Assist the Senior Planning Forester to deliver cutting permits and harvest plans in a cost-effective manner with attention to detail, and an understanding of legislative and regulatory requirements and practices.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a diverse range of skills related to forest stewardship and harvest planning. You will work with experts, professionals and other stakeholders from various disciplines and organizational backgrounds and continue to develop your own skills as a forest professional.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage woodlands spatial data using LRM & ArcPro software
• Support woodlands operations by developing operational maps, plans and professional sign-off
• Work with government and First Nations to foster positive relationship-building and ensure timely delivery of cutting permits and road permits
• Submit referral packages to First Nations, public and other stakeholders; Communicate effectively and respectfully with all affected parties during the planning process
• Monitor forest development, forest engineering and harvest planning related contracts and budgets
• Schedule and supervise multi-phase timber development activities and field work
• Cutting permit and Road permit applications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• In-depth Knowledge of timber development and planning, timber cruising, silviculture and harvest operations
• Demonstrate an understanding of relevant forestry legislation, regulation and safety requirements
• Knowledge of non-timber forest legislation, policies and regulations
• Knowledge of GIS, GPS and mapping hardware and software. LRM experience is an asset
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Driver’s License required

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or Diploma in Forest Resources Management combined with 2- 7+ years of forestry development and planning experience
• Registered Professional Forester (RPF), Registered Forest Technician (RFT) or eligible to become registered

EXPERIENCE:

• 2-7+ years forestry experience.
• Demonstrate supervisory experience.
• Applicants that do not meet all above requirements are still encouraged to apply. If you believe you have the ability to be successful, we would like to hear from you

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Available and physically capable to perform site visits to the woods on an as-needed basis
• 50% Outdoor environment subject to elements of nature.
• 50% Office work on computer.

SALARY RANGE:

$95,000 to $125,000/yr based on experience.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• #1 -The people and camaraderie at PWT! You will be joining a group of dedicated forestry professionals who are passionate about their work and pride themselves on their outstanding team dynamic.
• Competitive benefits package,including extended health, dental, vision, and employee assistance program
• Pension plan with employer matching contributions
• Training and developmentopportunities to support your growth
• Asafety-focusedenvironment complemented by a supportive and friendly culture