Tenures & Permitting Planner

Mosaic Forest Management; Campbell River, Nanaimo; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Employer-paid premiums for benefits

Company pension plan

Generous paid vacation

Remote work up to one day per week

Continuing education and professional

Job summary

Mosaic is seeking a Tenures & Permitting Planner to join our Vancouver Island offices in Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay or Campbell River. You will coordinate permitting and the acquisition, renewal and administration of leases, licenses and permits for water lots, facilities and other sites.

The role requires post-secondary forestry education and experience in operational planning; strong organization, communication, and GIS skills; and knowledge of BC policy.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Forestry or Forest Technology or equivalent.
• At least two years of operational forestry experience; three+ years in planning preferred.
• Strong organizational and record-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate applications, amendments and renewals for foreshore leases and water lot tenures.
• Prepare permitting strategies, site plans and management plans with required surveys and data.
• Manage schedules and priorities; liaise with federal and provincial permitting authorities.
• Maintain registry of tenures, permits, contracts, obligations and expiries with Legal and GIS.
• Coordinate renewals, compliance for facilities; work with teams on environmental and tenure needs.
• Coordinate First Nations referrals and engagement; record-keeping and follow-up.
• Work with Timberlands to submit cutting permits, road permits, PHARM submissions.
• Participate in regulatory forums to stay current on requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Stakeholder engagement

GIS experience

Policy awareness

Education

Forestry degree

Forest Technology Diploma

Equivalent

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Explore A Career At Mosaic

Mosaic is a diversified, 100% Canadian-owned land solutions company focused on long-term value creation from private forest lands and public forest tenures. Through an integrated, multi-use approach, Mosaic manages its land base across sustainable forestry, renewable energy, watershed services, recreation, real estate and carbon programs, bringing together innovation and stewardship to strengthen economic performance and environmental resilience. By aligning these complementary uses within a single land portfolio, Mosaic builds lasting value while helping shape the future of sustainable land management. Learn more at MosaicForests.com.

The Opportunity

Mosaic is seeking a Tenures & Permitting Planner to work out of our Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay or Campbell River office on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

The Role

Reporting to Senior Manager, Forest Tenures, the Tenures & Permitting Planner coordinates operational permitting and the acquisition, renewal and administration of federal and provincial leases, licences and permits for Mosaic’s water lots, facilities, operations and other strategic sites. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating applications, amendments and renewals for foreshore leases, water lot tenures, Licences of Occupation, Site Use Permits and related authorizations;
• Preparing permitting strategies, site plans and management plans, and coordinating the surveys, assessments and technical information needed to support applications;
• Managing application schedules and renewal priorities, and serving as Mosaic’s primary contact with federal and provincial permitting authorities;
• Maintaining an accurate registry of tenures, permits, contracts, obligations and expiry dates in collaboration with Legal Services and GIS;
• Coordinating renewals and compliance obligations for active and inactive facilities, including log handling and storage sites, and working with operational teams to address environmental, safety and tenure requirements;
• Coordinating First Nations referrals and engagement, including record-keeping and follow-up;
• Working with Timberlands Operations to prepare and submit cutting permits, road permits and Post-Harvest Appraisals Reconciliation Method (PHARM) submissions as requested; and
• Participating in regulatory, policy and industry forums to maintain awareness of emerging requirements and issues.

What We’re Seeking:

• Post-secondary education, preferably a degree in Forestry, a Forest Technology Diploma or equivalent;
• At least two years of operational forestry experience or equivalent, with three or more years of progressive experience in operational planning within the BC forest industry preferred;
• Strong organizational and record-management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities and deadlines;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with internal and external stakeholders;
• Comfort working with technical systems and databases; GIS experience is an asset;
• Knowledge of BC’s policy and planning environment is an asset; and
• Registration as an RPF or RFT with Forest Professionals BC, or working toward registration, is an asset.

Mosaic values diversity and recognizes that talent comes in many forms. Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We’re eager to learn about your unique knowledge, skills and experiences.

What You Get

We are proud of our highly collaborative, respectful, and innovative work environment. Our employees are empowered with high levels of role autonomy and the ability to make decisions and lead change.

At Mosaic, we believe in rewarding our employees with a comprehensive and competitive package that reflects the value they bring to our team. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect when you join us:

• Competitive compensation that matches your skills and experience.
• Annual bonus tied to both individual and company performance, recognizing your contributions to our success.
• Employer-paid premiums for a robust benefits package to support your wellness.
• Company-funded defined contribution pension plan to help secure your future.
• Generous paid vacation program, to recharge and relax.
• Up to one day per week of remote work, subject to role requirements and leader approval.
• We also offer various additional benefits and programs, including maternity and parental leave EI top-ups, opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

All programs and benefits are subject to change.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $72,000 to $100,000. Individual compensation is commensurate with skill, relevant experience, and education.

At Mosaic, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can contribute their whole, authentic selves to help us achieve our strategic goals. We’re proud to be an Employer Partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes equity.