Yucwmenlúcwu Forestry Department – A division of Splatsin Development Corporation (SDC)

The Yucwmenlúcwu Forestry Department is responsible for full-phase management of various forest tenures, contributing to an annual harvest of 80,000m³. Our current tenures include a woodlot, community forest, renewable and non-renewable forest licenses, and forest licenses to cut. As we continue to grow our forestry operations, we remain committed to sustainable and responsible forest management consistent with Splatsin’s values.

At Yucwmenlúcwu, we embrace a quadruple bottom line approach balancing profit, social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and cultural values in all our activities. Our purpose is deeply rooted in respecting Secwépemc traditions, empowering future generations, and strengthening community resilience.

We foster an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative team culture that consistently delivers positive results.

About the Role

This is a full-time, permanent position for a Forester in Training or a Professional Forester. The role is designed to create learning opportunities by providing support to all aspects of the forest management cycle – from timber development through to silviculture activities.

Responsibilities of the role include field support for timber development and operations, as well as tenure administration, contract administration, safety coordination, HBS tracking, appraisals, RESULTs reporting, referrals, funding proposals and research to implement innovative forest management practices.

This role is ideal for a forward-thinking individual who has a desire to learn and bring curiosity to forest management. The successful candidate will have a foundation in forest ecology and silviculture, timber production, sustainable management practices, and regulatory requirements.

This position offers a dynamic mix of office and field work, providing an engaging and well-rounded forestry experience.

Strategic Leadership (10%)

• Support planning, operation and silviculture leads to ensure timber development meets Yucwmenlúcwu values and is cost-effective for operations.
• Collaborate with Indigenous communities, government agencies, and stakeholders to integrate sustainable forestry practices.
• Contribute to long-term forest management planning, ensuring alignment with environmental, economic, social and community values.
• Support strategic projects such as wildfire risk reduction, full fiber utilization, and alternative silviculture practices.

Technical Leadership and Execution (80%)

• Support cut block and road layout.
• Support timber reconnaissance, timber cruising, SP plots, stream assessments, appraisals and road inspections.
• Support all aspects of tenure administration in partnership with Planning, Operations and Silviculture Forester positions.
• Track and manage all obligations in RESULTs and Phoenix.
• Contract Administration.
• Safety coordination and implementation.
• HBS tracking and reporting.
• Develop grant funding applications (eg. FESBC - wildfire mitigation work).
• Identify and conduct research opportunities for innovation (eg. Harvest methods, electric machinery, utilization, alternative uses for waste fibre, etc).

People Leadership (10%)

• We believe in leadership from where you are – leadership is action, not a position.
• Strong communications to foster collaboration between Yucwmenlúcwu business units.
• Promote workplace safety and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

KEY CHALLENGES

• Supporting forestry practices consistent with our quadruple bottom line, integrating economic, environmental, social, and cultural values.
• Operating in challenging terrain and conditions, including rugged landscapes, extreme weather, and physically demanding fieldwork.
• Navigating complex regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with forestry laws while effectively collaborating with Indigenous communities, government agencies, stakeholders and internal teams.
• Striving towards innovation, expanding your own scope of practice by pushing outside of your comfort zone, constantly working to increase your knowledge, skills, and abilities.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

• Preference will be given to a Registered Forest Technician (RFT), Forester in Training, or a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) in good standing with the Forest Professionals British Columbia.
• Possess a valid Class 5 drivers’ license with a safe driving history.
• Familiar with cutblock and road planning and development.
• Experience working within forestry safety systems and knowledge of WorkSafe BC requirements.
• Experience with forestry applications such as ArcGIS, RESULTs, Pheonix with a willingness to learn more.
• Familiar, or willing to learn about indigenous rights and engagement.
• Familiar with forestry legislation/regulations.
• Operating off-road equipment such as ATVs and Snowmobiles.
• Familiar with various silvicultural systems.
• Familiar with logging, road building and log hauling equipment capabilities.
• Knowledge of forest certification and sustainability standards.
• Organized with a track record of delivering positive and creative results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Our “Must Haves” that make you a great fit

• You have excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships working in a collaborative team environment.
• Must possess a high level of integrity and personal accountability.
• You are flexible and succeed in an ever-changing work environment.
• Self-awareness, with a desire for constant professional growth and self-development.
• Willingness to push the boundaries of your current scope of practice.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office and field environments as the job tasks require.
• Frequent travel to work sites, sometimes requiring overnight stays.
• At times, extended hours, evenings, or weekend work may be required for project completion dependent on project timelines and weather conditions.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary, benefits package and an employer matching pension plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and cultural sensitivity.
• A chance to shape and grow the organization's future forest management pathways.
• A flexible work schedule and location (field and office) – being a small business, we’re about doing what it takes to get the job done wherever that may be.

A little more about the culture we’re building in our team.

Leadership: We employ a leadership style that empowers team members, emphasizing shared responsibility, mutual problem-solving, and open dialogue. Leaders are committed to being examples of trust building, providing necessary tools, learning, and getting the job done.

Team Dynamics: We believe that a team "firing on all cylinders" is essential for achieving our goals. We embrace open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect. Every team member’s role is crucial in creating a cohesive and effective whole in a flat organizational model.

Accountability: We share accountability to meet the quadruple bottom line, diversify and grow our revenue generation opportunities. We trust that we will continuously improve our results on the land base. We all work to get the job done on time and on budget. We are versatile, do what needs to be done, and we don’t say that’s not in our job description.

Fun! There’s nothing like being part of a winning team – pressure to deliver high quality work in a short timeline creates bonds that last for a lifetime. When everyone supports each other, the team overcomes obstacles together, wins together, complains together and laughs together.

Closing Date: Open Until Position is Filled.

We thank all those who choose to respond to this opportunity. Only applicant’s whose resumes closely match the qualifications listed will be contacted for further dialogue.

Pursuant to section 16 of the Canadian Human Rights Act preference may be given to applicants of aboriginal ancestry.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Enderby, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Forestry: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person