Forestry Team Member

THE JOB

You will work in the Forestry and Energy fields on forest development activities; support the preparation and implementation of plans for forestry activities and infrastructure projects; mentor staff; and build client capacity. This exciting career opportunity is based in beautiful Terrace, BC, a fun and family-oriented community, with great culture, many local amenities, and access to an abundance of outdoor activities including incredible fishing, skiing, and hiking (to name a few).

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

You are well rounded with solid experience (5+ years) in some or all of the following:

- Field forestry: layout, cruising, waste & residue, silviculture

- Office forestry: permitting, survey submissions, and natural resource planning, with a good understanding of BC natural resource legislation and policy

- Operational (road, logging) supervision, timber valuation, contract negotiation and management

- Community wildfire planning, implementation, and management

You are also:

- A quick and adaptive learner, experienced with GPS technology and competent in RoadEng™, GIS programs (e.g. ArcMap™/ ArcGISPro™), and Microsoft Office™ applications; experience with Phoenix™, ECAS, RESULTS, and WASTE is also valuable

- Physically fit and ready to lead in the field

- Open and positive with clients and government agencies

- Registered (or eligible to register) with BC Forest Professionals (RPF or RFT)

- Team-oriented and a self-starter looking for diversity and career growth

WHAT WE OFFER

A comprehensive benefits package (at the time of hire), profit sharing opportunities, pension allowance, coverage of professional dues, allowances for personal equipment, health and wellness and moving, work schedule flexibility (to promote work/ life balance) with paid days for family commitments, and professional development and training opportunities, plus a signing bonus of $1,500 (after a minimum period). The salary range for this position is $30.00 – $39.00 per hour ($62,400 - $81,120 per annum) depending on qualifications and experience.

Westland strives to create an upbeat and respectful workplace with a focus on safety, teamwork, and communication. We value the diversity of our team and welcome applicants from all walks of life.

Attitude is just as important as experience: we take great pride in the work we do and in contributing to the success of our clients. We are a SAFE Certified company.

ABOUT WESTLAND RESOURCES LIMITED

Our mission: To provide practical, professional, and innovative solutions for our clients.

Westland Resources works throughout Northwest BC on a diversity of natural resource management projects in the Energy, Forestry and Infrastructure fields. For over two decades our services have covered the spectrum from strategic advice through assessment; development and permitting, and on to operational implementation, monitoring, problem-solving, and post-project supervision. Our clients include First Nations, energy corporations, forest licensees, infrastructure developers and all levels of government.

If you’d like to work with us, please email your resumé and cover letter with a summary of qualifications and experience to WLR@westlandresources.ca.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $30.00-$39.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress

- Company events

- Company pension

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- Profit sharing

- Relocation assistance

- Vision care

Work Location: In person