At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage logging plans, oversee permits, and ensure quality control in forestry operations.
- Company: Join NorthPac Forestry Group, a leader in sustainable forestry practices.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and RRSP options for your future.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in forestry while working in beautiful Northwest B.C.
- Qualifications: Degree in Forestry or related field; 2+ years of experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
About Us
NorthPac Forestry Group Ltd. is a fully integrated forestry company, engaged in all aspects of forestry from planning through to the delivery and sale of logs to domestic and overseas customers and markets. With an annual volume under management of approximately 1,000,000 m3 and expanding opportunities in forestry and energy sectors in Northwest B.C., we are looking to grow our team.
At NorthPac Forestry Group Ltd., we value our talent. We are committed to empowering every member of the team by leveraging their individual strengths and creativity. Critical to maintaining our successful relationships with partners, industry proponents, and clients around the world, we work intently on growing a diverse, inclusive, and engaged workforce.
Location: Terrace, British Columbia
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation and maintenance of Annual Logging Plan
- Preparation and maintenance of Permit Development Plan
- Stumpage Management and Permit Quality Control
- Log Quality Control
Annual Logging Plan
- Prepare and maintain annual logging plan by area Gantt chart to contain:
- Production timeline
- Production by market
- Assigned contractors
- Projected margin
- Permit status
- Seasonal constraints
- Supervise and administer plans and contracts pertaining to logging, road building, bridge installations, and deactivation
- Complete pre-harvest walkthroughs
- Assemble documentation for and complete pre-work meetings
- Complete harvest inspections and monitor log quality
- Ensure all operational post-harvest obligations are completed
- Review contractor safety programs
- Participate in monthly and quarterly production meetings with senior management
Permit Development Plan
- Prepare and maintain permit development plan
- Plan must meet the needs of the annual logging plan and company STI objectives
- Prepare and ensure compliance with annual permit development budget
- Gantt Chart to contain:
- Permit development steps and timelines
- Assigned contractors
- Projected volumes
- Impacted First Nations and Consultation Status
- Recce of potential harvest areas as identified by the Chief Forester
- Manage and oversee layout consultants to meet development timelines
- Schedule and review riparian, terrain, archaeological, visual, and wildlife assessments
- Collaborate with government entities to ensure timely issuance of cutting and road permits
- Accountable for peer review, completion, and archiving of Site Plans
- Prepare pro-forma harvest projections
Stumpage Management and Permit Quality Control
- Accurately estimate stumpage
- Optimize cutting permits utilizing Enfor software
- Ensure PHARM data collection and assessments are completed and filed
Log Quality Control
- Work with Director, Operations to improve knowledge of log sorts and market conditions
- Review and track log sort production to be aware of variances from projections
- Guide logging contractors in optimizing log processing quality to meet market demand
Education:
- Undergraduate degree or technical diploma in Forestry or natural resources field
- Registered Professional Forester or Forester in Training designation
Experience:
- Two or more years’ experience in Forestry or related natural resource field
Personal Attributes:
- Must be flexible, organized and possess excellent time management skills
- Must be familiar with BC Forestry Legislation, Regulations and Policy & Practices
- Communication skills, via multiple media are critical to this position. Area Foresters must be able to effectively direct multi-disciplinary teams tasked with timber development and forestry operations.
Position Reports to: Director, Operations, Terrace, British Columbia
Supported by: Chief Forester, Terrace, British Columbia; Director, Business Development, Vancouver, British Columbia
NorthPac offers a competitive salary of $90,000.00-$110,000.00 per year based on skill level, qualifications, and experience as well as extended health, dental and RRSP benefits.
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