Job Opportunity: Forestry Supervisor
Employee type: Full time, Permanent
Location: Prince George, BC
Compensation: $33-37/hour
Come Grow with Us! Forsite is actively looking for a Forestry Supervisor based out of our Prince George, BC office.
At Forsite, we don’t just work together – we support, challenge, and grow together. We believe in flexibility, collaboration, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.
WHO WE ARE
Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry, technology, analytics, strategic planning, resource and land management/stewardship and professional forestry. We are a company that is committed to innovation and is constantly growing with clients across North America and abroad in multiple sectors.
We take pride in our team culture, where supporting one another is second nature. We are a dynamic, people-focused business that thrives by delivering value to our customers, creating opportunities for our employees, and drawing on our expertise for sustainable solutions that balance economic, environmental and social goals. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company.
We foster and sustain a safe and respectful environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential. If you’re looking for a workplace that values collaboration, innovation and having fun while making a meaningful impact, you’ll fit right in.
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 operations lead in the preparation of project level budgets and plans and will work closely with other Forsite staff to effectively deliver projects.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Forsite welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is looking for the right person to join our team. If you don’t meet every requirement but bring relevant skills, experience and a great attitude, we encourage you to apply!
Must have:
- Post-secondary education with a diploma or degree in forestry.
- Registered with the FPBC as an RPF or RFT.
- A minimum of 5 years of multiphase timber development project management in British Columbia.
- Solid understanding of, and experience in, operational planning (cut block/road development processes).
- 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.
- Experience in managing crew logistics and providing supervision to the field crew.
Nice to have:
- Experience with timber valuations and timber cruising
- Experience using LiDAR for forest development planning
- Experience with GIS software and its application in forest development planning
- Experience with budget forecasting and writing proposals
WHO YOU ARE
- A team player who enjoys working collaboratively and contributes to a positive team environment; reliable and accountable
- A problem solver who thinks critically and proactively finds solutions; can initiate/lead new ideas and follow them through
- A good decision maker who exercises sound judgment in dynamic situations
- A strong communicator, both written and verbal (and technical writing would be great)
- Quality-driven – pays attention to detail and takes pride in delivering high quality work
- Someone who can work independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment
- You are adaptable and resilient where you thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift; you're comfortable working on multiple projects at once and can adjust to changing demands
- Professional, friendly and respectful and committed to excellent service
WHAT WE PROVIDE
We offer a flexible and rewarding work environment, including:
- Competitive wages
- Work-life flexibility
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development support
- Company matched pension program
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Forsite, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and strengthen our team. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2+individuals, and veterans. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know – we are happy to support you.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
