Interfor

Operations Forester

Interfor$90K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University Degree in Forestry or Natural Environment Management
  • Experience in forest operations and Forest Management Planning
  • Eligibility for Ontario Registered Professional Forester (RPF) designation
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, ArcMap GIS, and GPS technology
  • Ability to work outdoors in diverse conditions
  • Valid Ontario Driver's License in good standing
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead operational planning for harvesting and road construction
  • Monitor volume achievements and adjust operational plans as necessary
  • Support the Operations Manager in annual budget development
  • Implement health, safety, and environmental programs
  • Assist in monitoring forest management activities

Benefits

  • RRSP & ESPP Matching Plan
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability, Life AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Vacation, Statutory Holidays & Floater Days
  • Employee Assistance Program
Full Job Description
Operations Forester, Timmins, Ontario

When you join our team as a Operations Forester, reporting to the Operations Manager, you will collaborate with your team on operational plans and implementation for long and short-term harvesting, delivery and road construction. You will play an integral role in linking sustainable forestry plans to effective operations. This is a growth position where your opinions will be valued, and you can build your skills. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the operational planning of harvest and road construction activities.
  • Monitor planned vs. actual volume achievement and adjust plans accordingly.
  • Assist the Operations Manager in developing and implementing annual operating budgets.
  • Coordinate with the assistance of the team the implementation of health, safety and environmental programs (Safe Workplace Ontario / Sustainable Forestry Initiative / ISO 140001 / Forest Stewardship Council).
  • Other duties as assigned to support the implementation and monitoring of forest management activities.


What You Offer

  • Recognized University Degree in Forestry / Natural Environment Management.
  • Experience in forest operations, Forest Management Planning and implementation.
  • Possess, or be eligible to obtain, Ontario Registered Professional Forester (RPF) designation.
  • Experience working with Microsoft Office, ArcMap GIS and GPS technology.
  • Adaptable to work outdoors in a variety of weather, work environments and schedules.
  • Valid Ontario Driver's License in good standing.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
  • Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Must be result driven and have the ability to bring forward solutions and alternatives.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn, a positive attitude and able to get positive results with clients, contractors and government authorities.
  • Have leadership skills and be motivated to produce high-quality deliverable products.


We offer a competitive salary range of $90,000 - $100,000 (CAD), based both on what you bring to the role and benchmarked to market conditions. You'll also get a competitive benefits package including:
  • RRSP & ESPP Matching Plan
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability, Life AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Vacation, Statutory Holidays & Floater Days
  • Employee Assistance Program

About Interfor

Interfor Corporation is a Canadian forestry company that produces and sells lumber, pulp, and paper products. The company operates sawmills, woodlands, and pulp mills in Canada and the United States. Interfor's products include dimensional lumber, decking, and industrial products, such as plywood and pulp. The company serves customers in North America, Asia, and Europe. Interfor Corporation was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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Size
3,562 employees
Industry
Founded
1963
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