Job Opportunity: Utilities Wildfire Risk Manager

Employee type: Full time, Permanent

Location: Salmon Arm, BC or Remote

Compensation: $80,000 - $105,000/ Annually

Come Grow with Us! Forsite is actively looking for a Utilities Wildfire Risk Manager who will involve in helping clients understand the wildfire risk environment in which they are operating, supporting them in assessing this risk, and designing processes and tools to support wildfire risk-informed decisions.

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 Wildfire Risk Manager- Utilities is responsible for designing and implementing wildfire risk management processes to support sound decision making for our Powerline Utilities clients across North America. You will work with our team of specialists in wildfire risk management to complete risk assessments and design tools and systems to support our clients in managing wildfire risk. The role will focus on services and innovative solutions that support sound decision-making in wildfire management, risk assessment, and mitigation. This role will include:

1. Wildfire Risk Management Process Design and Facilitation

Facilitate risk identification, analysis and evaluation processes to support clients in risk mitigation

Organize and lead workshops, strategy sessions and other meetings or processes to support the risk assessment process

2. Mitigation Planning

Support the development of wildfire mitigation plans for our clients

Ensure concise and client/jurisdiction-focused wildlife mitigation plans to support operationally realistic and implementable plans

3. Project Management

Design and manage risk management projects

Ensure clear understanding of client needs, develop workplans/project plans, and manage projects to successful completion.

4. Interdisciplinary Teams

Coordinate interdisciplinary teams in the risk assessment process,

Utilize a range of experts, specialists, tools and systems to ensure sound decision support tools for our clients

5. Strategy and Innovation

Contribute to the strategic operationalization of wildfire management technology and data to ensure value for our clients

Support other Forsite Fire teams in the implementation of wildfire risk management processes

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor degree in the natural resource field
• Proven experience of at least 5 years in wildfire-related planning and project management combination of education and experience may be considered
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience with powerline utilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in designing and implementing risk management processes
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for preparing reports and presentations
• Demonstrated project management skill and experience in large, complex interdisciplinary projects
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Familiarity with fire modeling, data analysis and range of GIS and remote sensing technologies
• Familiarity with data standards, landscape ecology, and wildfire planning and mitigation strategies in western Canada will be considered an asset plus

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 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.