Weyerhaeuser Grande Prairie Timberlands is looking to add an experienced Senior Silviculture Forester to our team in Grande Prairie, AB.
Key Functions: Strategic Partnership & InfluenceWork in close partnership with the Grande Prairie site leadership team and collaborate with regional and functional partners as needed to support silviculture strategy and execution that supports safety, environmental performance, financial results, and long-term fibre supply.
Program Ownership & AccountabilityOwn assigned silviculture programs from planning through execution, with clear accountability for cost control, regulatory compliance, operational effectiveness, contractor performance, and long-term forest productivity.
Data-Driven Silviculture LeadershipLead the continued evolution toward a disciplined, data-driven silviculture system by ensuring high-quality data management, interpreting performance trends, and using silviculture data to inform decisions, improve practices, and drive continuous improvement.
Contractor & Team LeadershipLead contractors by setting expectations, managing performance, and ensuring safe, consistent execution in a contractor-heavy operating environment. Serve as a trusted technical and operational resource for internal team members, providing guidance, coaching, and informal mentorship while partnering with leaders on team effectiveness.
External Relationships & RepresentationBuild and maintain strong working relationships with Indigenous communities, government agencies, researchers, and other stakeholders, representing Weyerhaeuser with credibility, professionalism, and sound professional judgement.
Qualifications - Leading silviculture programs, with demonstrated accountability across planning, execution, budget, regulatory compliance, and performance outcomes.
- Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or Registered Professional Forest Technologist, or eligibility for registration in Alberta.
- Proven experience leading contractors and/or employees, setting expectations, managing performance, and delivering results through others in a contractor-heavy operating environment.
- Strong understanding of silviculture data and information systems, including data quality management, performance interpretation, and practical application of data to guide decisions and improve outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems, prioritize competing demands, and adapt effectively in a fast-moving operational setting while maintaining sound professional judgement.
- Strong communication skills and the credibility to work effectively with site leaders, functional partners, peers, and external stakeholders
Why This Role
This role offers strong potential for future growth, including the opportunity to progress into a Silviculture Manager position within an approximately 1-2 year timeframe, subject to performance, business needs, and operational requirements. In addition, t his role offers broad ownership, visible impact, and meaningful exposure within a large, complex operation. It is well-suited for an experienced silviculture professional who wants to deepen their influence, strengthen systems, and grow alongside a high-performing leadership team.
What We Offer: Compensation : This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $89,859-130,386 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Benefits : When you join our team as a nonunion employee, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.
Retirement : Nonunion Canadian employees are automatically enrolled in our Defined Contribution Pension Plan, which includes a paid company match up to 6%, in addition to a company contribution equaling up to 7.25% of your base salary. Employees are also eligible to enroll in the Retirement Savings Plan (Group RRSP).
Professional Growth : Expand your professional expertise, skill set, and exposure in this dynamic role.
Collaborative Environment : Work with a dedicated team of professionals involved in all aspects of forest management, including safety, forest stewardship, planning, logging supervision, contract negotiation, financial analysis, forest certification, GIS, wildfire preparedness, and wildlife management.
Community Engagement : Be part of a community-focused organization that values engagement and sustainability.
Why Grande Prairie: Grande Prairie offers a unique blend of professional opportunities and a high quality of life. Here are some compelling reasons to make Grande Prairie your new home:
- Thriving Economy: Grande Prairie is recognized as Canada's Most Entrepreneurial Community, offering abundant job opportunities and a supportive environment for career growth.
- Affordable Living : Enjoy a lower cost of living compared to larger cities, with affordable housing options and a booming real estate market.
- Excellent Healthcare : Access top-notch healthcare facilities equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and capable professionals.
- Educational Opportunities : Benefit from a range of educational institutions, from primary schools to post-secondary options, ensuring quality education for your family.
- Outdoor Recreation : Embrace the great outdoors with activities like hiking, skiing, snowboarding, and fishing. Explore beautiful parks such as Muskoseepi Park and Pipestone Creek.
- Community and Cultur e: Enjoy a vibrant cultural scene with local theaters, art galleries, and community events. Grande Prairie Live Theatre and the Grant Berg Gallery are just a few highlights.
- Family-Friendly : Grande Prairie is a safe and welcoming community with numerous family-friendly amenities, including playgrounds, sports facilities, and recreational centers.
- Convenient Amenities : Despite its smaller size, Grande Prairie offers all the amenities of a larger city, including shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment options
Grande Prairie combines the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of urban living, making it an ideal place to grow both personally and professionally. Come and experience the best of both worlds in Grande Prairie, AB!
About Timberlands We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits. For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.
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