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Forestry Supervisor

Canada, Prince George 79450.00 - 113500.00 USD / Year · Job Posted March 22, 2026
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You take initiative, display strong active listening skills and have an inclination to ask insightful questions. You excel in effectively leading groups and engaging stakeholders, and consistently maintain a keen sense of urgency. A self-starter who also has the ability to work independently, ensuring the precision of your work and exhibiting a meticulous attention to detail are of paramount importance to you. As the Forestry Supervisor, your role may encompass a range of important responsibilities related to cutting permit acquisition, overseeing project management, planning activities and field operations. Your contributions will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth progression of various tasks. This position is full-time with the Central Woodlands Team.

Job Responsibility

  • Working collaboratively with our Indigenous partners and the Canfor Forest Planning Team
  • Ensuring activities are conducted in compliance with all applicable Occupational Health and Safety Requirements, Forestry Legislation, Canfor’s Environmental Policy, Forestry Principles, and Forestry Management System
  • Managing and completing all activities associated with Cutting Permit and Road Permit Acquisitions, including Appraisals Site Plans, Engineered Cost Estimates, etc
  • Prepare budgets and manage costs within your specific responsibilities
  • Implementing and improving stumpage management best practices
  • Ensure the delivery of high quality field layout and data while meeting business plan requirements

Requirements

  • Registered or eligible for registration as an RPF or RFT with the Association of BC Forest Professionals
  • Associated university degree or technical diploma with related forestry experience
  • Knowledge of applicable BC forestry and related legislation and policies

Nice to have

  • Experience working with Indigenous groups
  • Past in layout, cruising, planning and permitting
  • Basic GIS skills such as map making
  • Some previous field work

What we offer

  • Performance-based incentive plans
  • Recognition programs
  • Benefits
  • Paid leaves
  • Pension plans with base and matching contributions
  • Savings options
  • Robust health & well-being initiatives
  • Development of our talent
  • Value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion

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