Planning Forester - PWT

PWT; California; On-site; USD 68,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Pension plan with employer matching

Training and development opportunities

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

PWT is seeking a Planning Forester to assist in delivering cutting permits and harvest plans while ensuring compliance with regulations. The role involves working with forestry professionals and stakeholders to support forest stewardship and planning initiatives.

The incumbent will manage mapping, develop operational plans, and coordinate with government and First Nations to secure timely permits. A strong background in forestry planning and regulatory understanding is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or Diploma with forestry planning experience.
• RPF or eligible for registration.
• 2–7+ years of forestry development and planning experience.
• Experience with timber development and harvest planning preferred.
• Ability to manage regulatory requirements and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage woodlands spatial data using LRM & ArcPro software.
• Develop operational maps, plans and obtain sign-off.
• Collaborate with government and First Nations for permits.
• Submit referral packages to First Nations and stakeholders.
• Monitor forest development, contracts and budgets.
• Schedule and supervise multi-phase timber development activities.
• Process cutting and road permit applications.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Forestry

Diploma in Forest Resources Management

RPF or eligible to become registered

Tools

GIS

GPS

LRM software

Job description

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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