Tenures Forester

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

Job summary

An established industry player in natural resource management is seeking a seasoned professional to lead forest tenure administration and planning activities. This role offers the opportunity to mentor a team of forest professionals while engaging in diverse projects across natural resource sectors. With a focus on strategic initiatives and operational excellence, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive workplace culture that values diversity and teamwork. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to grow in a supportive environment that prioritizes professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Profit sharing

Pension allowance

Flexible work schedules

Professional development opportunities

Signing bonus after probation

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in managing forest tenures and strategic initiatives.
• Proficient in GPS technology and technical writing in forestry.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic and operational forest planning and development.
• Mentor staff in permit preparation and silviculture activities.

Skills

Forest Management

Strategic Planning

Technical Writing

GPS Technology

Team Leadership

Client Engagement

Education

Registration with BC Forest Professionals

Tools

RoadEng

ArcMap

Microsoft Office

Job description

THE JOB

You will lead the administration of forest tenures and assist in planning and implementing related forestry activities. Working with our team of forest professionals, you will provide leadership and mentorship to help develop team members. Opportunities for career growth and diversification into other fields of natural resource management will also be available.

This position is based in beautiful Terrace, BC, a family-oriented community with many amenities and access to arts, culture, and outdoor activities such as fishing, skiing, mountain biking, and hiking. Most work is local, making it ideal for those who prefer to be home every night.

ABOUT WESTLAND RESOURCES LIMITED

Westland Resources provides natural resource management services to clients throughout Northwest BC. We manage four forest licences, two forestry licences to cut, two woodlots, a tree farm licence, and future Treaty lands. With over 20 years of experience, we offer strategic, tactical, and operational advice, research, assessments, development, permitting, operational implementation, monitoring, supervision, economic and community development, and problem-solving services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver strategic, tactical, and operational forest planning and development.
• Mentor staff in activities such as: permit and plan preparation, prescriptions (pre- and post-harvest), wildfire, and silviculture.
• Provide Team Support across forest management and other natural resource sectors, including energy, environmental, wildfire, and First Nation projects.
• Maintain openness and positivity with clients and government agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ideally, you have 10+ years of experience including:

• Managing forest tenures, developing strategic initiatives, conducting operational reviews, negotiations, budget and plan preparation, and engaging licensees.
• Coordinating or leading permit and plan preparation and technical writing in forestry.
• Experience with BC’s natural resource legislation.
• Proficiency with GPS technology and applications such as RoadEng, ArcMap, and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of block and road development, cruising, appraisals, surveys, silviculture, and wildfire.
• Registration with BC Forest Professionals.
• Teamwork, self-motivation, and a proactive approach to system improvements, efficiencies, and problem-solving.
• Engagement with clients, agencies, and First Nations to meet needs and obligations.

WHAT WE OFFER

Westland offers a competitive salary ($83,000 - $109,000/year), comprehensive benefits, profit sharing, pension allowance, coverage of professional dues, allowances for personal equipment and moving, flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, and a minimum signing bonus of $1500 after a 90-day probation. We promote a positive, respectful, and safe workplace that values diversity and teamwork.

If interested, please email your resumé and cover letter with a summary of qualifications and experience to [e-mail].