Silviculture Superintendent

Conifex; Mackenzie; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Health benefits

Pension plan

Professional development

Job summary

Conifex in Mackenzie, BC seeks an experienced Silviculture Superintendent to plan, lead and monitor the full silviculture program including site preparation, planting, brushing, regeneration surveys and free-growing declarations.

This role manages contractors, mentors Supervisors and collaborates with Planning and Harvesting teams to meet long-term forest objectives while upholding safety, environmental stewardship and cost-effective delivery.

Qualifications

• University degree or technical diploma in Forestry or Natural Resource Management.
• Minimum 7 years of forestry experience, with supervision of silviculture operations.
• Proven leadership, communication and project management skills; strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Drive Compliance: ensure safety, FRPA, and Conifex policy compliance across silviculture activities.
• Silviculture Program Management: plan, implement, and monitor all silviculture phases.
• Manage Contractors: oversee contractors with focus on safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: engage with First Nations, local government and communities.
• Team Development: mentor Silviculture Supervisors and foster high performance.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: assist in annual budgets and monthly outlooks.
• Administration & Reporting: manage data, reporting, and results submissions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Forestry regulations

Silviculture software

Outdoors

Education

Forestry degree or technical diploma

Tools

RESULTS

LRM

Plant Wizard

SNAP

Job description

Description

As a Silviculture Superintendent, you will be responsible for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of Conifex's full silviculture program. This is a leadership role suited to an experienced professional who can manage contractors, mentor a team of supervisors, and ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of all reforestation and stand management activities.Working closely with our Planning and Harvesting teams, you will help ensure long-term forest management objectives are met while upholding Conifex's commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainable forest management.

Responsibilities

• Drive Compliance: Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards, FRPA, and Conifex policies across all silviculture activities.
• Silviculture Program Management: Plan, implement, and monitor all phases of the silviculture program including site preparation, planting, brushing, regeneration surveys, and free-growing declarations.
• Manage Contractors: Provide clear direction and oversight to silviculture contractors, with a focus on safety performance, quality of work, and environmental standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, First Nations representatives, local government, communities, and other industry partners.
• Team Development: Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to Silviculture Supervisors, supporting their professional growth and fostering a positive, high-performance culture.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Participate in the development of annual budgets and rolling monthly outlook projections to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Administration & Reporting: Oversee data management, reporting, and compliance documentation including RESULTS submissions and free-growing obligations.

Qualifications

• Education: A University Degree or Technical Diploma in Forestry or Natural Resource Management (RPF or RFT designation preferred).
• Experience: At least 7 years of experience in forestry, including experience supervising Silviculture operations.
• Skills: Excellent leadership and communication skillsStrong project management capabilitiesIn-depth knowledge of BC forestry legislation, FRPA, and silviculture policiesProficiency in silviculture software (e.g., RESULTS, LRM, Plant Wizard, SNAP)Strong work ethic and a love for the outdoors!

• Knowledge: Familiarity with BC forestry legislation, SFI certification requirements, and best practices in sustainable forest management.
• Passion: A genuine interest in reforestation, forest ecology, and long-term stewardship of BC's forests.

Additional information

• Competitive salary packages
• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Comprehensive health benefits with annual health spending allowance
• Excellent pension plan
• Career and professional development opportunities

We are looking for an experienced Silviculture Superintendent, with compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Working hours: 0 hours per week.

Minimum experience: 0 years.