Operations Forester
Overview
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Develop and execute:
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Harvest plans
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Road construction layouts
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Silviculture strategies, including site preparation, reclamation, planting, spacing, brushing, and thinning
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Supervise and conduct field assessments to monitor forest regeneration and growth performance
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Oversee timber harvesting, road construction, and regeneration operations
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Ensure compliance with:
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BC forestry regulations
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Environmental standards
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SFI certification requirements
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Utilize forestry software including:
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ArcGIS
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Phoenix
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RESULTS
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Collaborate with:
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Government agencies
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Indigenous communities
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Other key stakeholders
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Prepare:
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Operational reports
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Silviculture budgets
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Funding applications
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Support research and innovation in forest management to enhance forest resilience and productivity
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Assist with other duties as required
Qualifications
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Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with the Forest Professionals BC (FPBC)
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5+ years of relevant forestry experience (preference for BC Coastal experience)
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Knowledge of Great Bear Rainforest Order is an asset
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Proficiency in developing and executing silviculture prescriptions
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Strong skills in budgeting and proforma management
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Physically fit and comfortable working in coastal terrain and remote areas
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Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
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Passion for learning and professional development
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Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
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Valid Basic First Aid with Transport Endorsement (preferred)
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Commitment to safety and land stewardship principles
