Come Grow with Us!Forsite is actively looking for aSenior Forest Technician based out of our Salmon Arm, BC office.

WHO WE ARE

With 11 locations throughout Canada, Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry technology, strategic planning, resource and land management and professional forestry. Forsite has been SAFE certified since 2007 and is committed to growth, innovation and maintaining a safe and respectful working environment.

At Forsite we will excel by being a flexible, adaptable, people-oriented business that grows and profits by creating value for our customers and opportunities for our employees. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

The Sr. Forest Technician is responsible for forest development activities including reconnaissance, road/cutblock engineering, ecological and riparian assessments, and completing the associated plans and reports in a safe, timely, cost effective and professional manner.

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Key specialist member of the forest development team.
• Contribute expertise within our project teams, spanning small cutting permit-based projects to large integrated multi-phase development or woodlands management programs.
• Support the completion of cruise compilations and interior timber appraisals.
• Manage and ensure compliance and consistency with stewardship requirements for forest development in B.C. as driven by FRPA and relevant Forest Stewardship plans, including the coordination of assessments and completion of referrals.
• Provide expertise and support for forest development planning and operations.
• Operation of off-road vehicles including 4x4 trucks, ATVs and snowmobiles.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• Broad understanding of, and experience in, general forestry practices and operational forest planning;
• A safety conscious attitude and approach to daily work habits;
• Post-secondary education with a degree or diploma in forestry or a related field;
• Registration with the FPBC (or eligible for registration) as a professional forester (RPF) or forest technologist (RFT);
• A minimum of 3 years experience in multiphase timber development project management;
• A strong understanding of the forest legislation, regulation and policy impacting forest planning and management in British Columbia;
• Valid driver's license with a clean abstract;
• Enthusiastic and passionate about forestry and working outdoors in all weather conditions;
• Able to work both independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment.
  

WHAT WE PROVIDE

In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Forsite provides competitive wages, a solid benefits package, supported professional development and a company matched pension program. Forsite offers flexible time off options, promoting work life balance. Forsite also has a boot allowance incentive to ensure for team members have the proper Footwear for a safe and productive work environment.

Forsite welcomes applications from everyone and is looking for the most suitable individual with the skills and knowledge to effectively complete the duties required of the position.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please go to Forsite career page:https://forsite.ca/job-postings/

Deadline to apply: Open until filled

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.