At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage Conifex's silviculture program, ensuring safety and sustainability.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company committed to environmental stewardship and community collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, pension plan, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Passionate about reforestation? This is your chance to lead and inspire!
- Why this job: Make a real impact on BC's forests while working in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: University degree in Forestry or Natural Resource Management and 7 years of forestry experience.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
As a Silviculture Superintendent, you will be responsible for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of Conifex's full silviculture program. This is a leadership role suited to an experienced professional who can manage contractors, mentor a team of supervisors, and ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of all reforestation and stand management activities. Working closely with our Planning and Harvesting teams, you will help ensure long-term forest management objectives are met while upholding Conifex's commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainable forest management.
Responsibilities
- Drive Compliance: Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards, FRPA, and Conifex policies across all silviculture activities.
- Silviculture Program Management: Plan, implement, and monitor all phases of the silviculture program including site preparation, planting, brushing, regeneration surveys, and free-growing declarations.
- Manage Contractors: Provide clear direction and oversight to silviculture contractors, with a focus on safety performance, quality of work, and environmental standards.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, First Nations representatives, local government, communities, and other industry partners.
- Team Development: Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to Silviculture Supervisors, supporting their professional growth and fostering a positive, high-performance culture.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Participate in the development of annual budgets and rolling monthly outlook projections to ensure cost-effective operations.
- Administration & Reporting: Oversee data management, reporting, and compliance documentation including RESULTS submissions and free-growing obligations.
Qualifications
- Education: A University Degree or Technical Diploma in Forestry or Natural Resource Management (RPF or RFT designation preferred).
- Experience: At least 7 years of experience in forestry, including experience supervising Silviculture operations.
- Skills: Excellent leadership and communication skills; Strong project management capabilities; In-depth knowledge of BC forestry legislation, FRPA, and silviculture policies; Proficiency in silviculture software (e.g., RESULTS, LRM, Plant Wizard, SNAP); Strong work ethic and a love for the outdoors!
- Knowledge: Familiarity with BC forestry legislation, SFI certification requirements, and best practices in sustainable forest management.
- Passion: A genuine interest in reforestation, forest ecology, and long-term stewardship of BC's forests.
Additional information
- Competitive salary packages
- A supportive and inclusive team environment
- Comprehensive health benefits with annual health spending allowance
- Excellent pension plan
- Career and professional development opportunities
Silviculture Superintendent employer: Conifex
As a Maintenance Superintendent at our sawmill, you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative work environment that prioritizes safety and employee growth. We offer comprehensive training programs to enhance your skills and foster a culture of open communication, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. Located in a vibrant community, we provide competitive benefits and a family-oriented atmosphere that makes coming to work a rewarding experience.
