Forestry Supervisor Jobs

Come Grow with Us! Forsite is actively looking for a Forestry Supervisor based out of our Edmonton, AB 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 is COR safety certified in Alberta 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 You Will Do
The Forestry Supervisor will be responsible for implementing the Forsite Health and Safety Program as well as assisting with scheduling, supervision, training, quality control, and leading a production field crew through various projects. Additionally, the Forestry Supervisor will support the Manager - Alberta in the preparation of project level budgets and plans and will work closely with other Forsite staff to effectively deliver projects.
What You’ll Need

• Solid understanding of, and experience in, operational planning (cut block/road development processes). Experience using LiDAR for forest planning would be an asset;
• A safety conscious attitude;
• Experience with harvesting operations is an asset;
• Post-secondary education with a diploma or degree in forestry;
• Registered, or meet the registration requirements, with the AAFMP as an RPF or RPFT;
• Valid driver's license with a clean abstract.
• A strong understanding of the forest legislation, regulation and policy impacting forest planning and management in Alberta including Alberta Timber Harvest Planning and Operational Ground Rules; and
• A minimum of 3 years of field project management in Alberta including harvest block & road layout and sample plot programs;

Who You Are

• Professional with a friendly and courteous manner, being service and team oriented;
• Initiative and perseverance;
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills;
• Enthusiastic with a passion for forestry and working outdoors;
• A strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the business;
• A strong sense of business and a desire to work in a competitive environment;
• Able to work both independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment; and

What We Provide
In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Forsite provides flexibility, competitive wages - including paid travel time and accommodations, a solid benefits package, annual boot and equipment allowance, supported professional development and a company matched pension program. This role may also include the assignment of a company truck.
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.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.