West Fraser is a leading diversified North American forest products company that is listed on the TSX. Rated as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers five years, we are a growing company looking for talented people to be part of our team. West Fraser believes strongly in promoting from within. We are looking for an individual interested in a long-term career with us. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. We offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive salary, excellent benefits, an outstanding pension plan, and relocation package.
The Woodlands Team at our North Central Woodlands division has an immediate opening for a highly motivated, professional for the opportunity of:
Management Forester
Reporting to the Planning Superintendent, the Management Forester will take on a key role in strategic and higher level forest management planning as well as some operational planning. Specific responsibilities will be determined based on the skills and interests of the successful candidate, but may include:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assisting in the development and implementation of the Detailed Forest Management Plan.
- Implementation of the Growth & Yield monitoring plan.
- Consultation with Indigenous Communities.
- Preparation and submission of operational plans (General Development Plan, Final Harvest Plan, Annual Operating Plan).
- Communication with Government of Alberta
- Engagement with various stakeholder groups.
- Operational planning as required.
Required Qualifications:
- Excellent communication, team-work, and interpersonal skills.
- Be a dynamic, career-minded individual.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency with GIS applications.
- Be highly motivated with proven organizational skills.
- Possess a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or Registered Professional Forester Tech (RPFT) designation for Alberta (or be eligible and willing to earn this designation).
Considered an Asset:
- Preference will be given to candidates with 3-5 years or greater of related experience.
Our mills and forest operations form an integral part of the community, providing economic stability to employees and families that live in the Slave Lake, High Prairie and surrounding areas.
The Town of Slave Lake is located two and a half hours northwest of Edmonton, in Alberta. With a population of approximately 7,000 and regarded by many as “The Jewel of the North,” Slave Lake is a progressive, dynamic community. It doesn’t take long to feel part of Slave Lake’s welcoming community. For more on Slave Lake, visit: www.slavelake.ca
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We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.