Forestry Specialist

Job summary

The Forestry Specialist will lead field crews in data collection and support project managers with project execution and coordination. They are also responsible for ensuring safety and quality standards are met while preparing professional reports and assessments.

Job details

Kintera, formerly known as DWB/Chartwell, is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm specializing in services and solutions for the resource sector. Kintera has a close-knit team, a diverse client base and a strong reputation for outstanding quality and service. Our offices are located across all regions of British Columbia. Overview: We are seeking a motivated, positive, and dependable full-time Forestry Specialist to join our team of Resource Professionals. Our mission is to provide the highest caliber of service to meet the needs of our clients, and we are only as good as the people on our team. The positions will be based out of our Burns Lake, Smithers or Terrace office. What We Offer: * Flexible work/life balance and a supportive, tight‑knit team * A comprehensive benefits package, including extended health, bonus program, RRSP matching, professional development allowances, and more * Opportunities to grow and build your career within a team that recognizes and develops talent * A fun, professional, and safety‑first work environment * Relocation Allowance Job Responsibilities: The responsibilities for a Forestry Specialist will include, but are not limited to: * Leading the field crew in data collection and various field duties * Supporting the project managers on several phases of projects execution * Coordinating between project managers and team members, sub-contractors and consultants * Ensuring work meets the established standards for quality control and for safety. * Preparing reports and professional assessments * Supporting on various tasks as required. Qualifications: * A minimum of 3 to 5 years of project management / coordination experience in the forestry sector * RPF or RFT designation is required, FIT nearing registration will also be considered * Strong Professional communication and organizational skills * Experience designing resource roads in RoadEng 11 is an asset * Valid Class 5 British Columbia Driving License; experience driving 4x4 trucks and ATVs is an asset * Physically fit and able to work outdoors; willing to work in diverse and demanding conditions Compensation: * The pay range for this position is $34- $38 per hour; pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We look forward to hearing from you!

What you’ll do

The Forestry Specialist will lead field crews in data collection and support project managers with project execution and coordination. They are also responsible for ensuring safety and quality standards are met while preparing professional reports and assessments.

Requirements

Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of forestry project management experience and hold an RPF or RFT designation. Proficiency in RoadEng 11 and a valid Class 5 driver's license are highly valued for this physically demanding outdoor role.

Benefits

• Flexible work/life balance • Extended health • Bonus program • RRSP matching • Professional development allowances • Relocation allowance

Listed skills

• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Project management
• Forestry
• Data collection
• Field operations
• Road design
• RoadEng 11
• Report writing
• Professional assessment
• Team coordination
• Quality control
• Safety compliance
• 4x4 truck operation
• ATV operation
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Report Writing
• Organizational Skills
• Consulting
• Data Collection
• Project Management
• Coordinating
• All Terrain Vehicles
• Quality Control

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Consulting
• Engineering
• Science & Research
• Entry Specialist
• Forest / Conservation Technician
• Forestry Technicians
• Forest and Conservation Workers