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Come Grow with Us! Forsite is actively looking for a Forest Land Manager, with experience managing private forested lands to be based out of Fredericton, NB.
WHO WE ARE:
With 10 locations throughout Canada, Forsite Consultants Ltd. is a leading provider of integrated forest land development and management services. Our staff are industry leaders in forestry technology, strategic planning, resource and land management and professional forestry. Forsite is committed to growth, innovation and maintaining a safe and respectful working environment.
At Forsite we will excel by being a flexible, adaptable, people-oriented business that grows and profits by creating value for our customers and opportunities for our employees. We will apply our skills, knowledge and technologies to be the best forest management company. We value fostering and sustaining an environment of diversity and inclusion where everyone can reach their full potential.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, the Forest Land Manager, will be a key specialist of the forest development team and will be responsible for contributing to the overall management and engagement of numerous private properties in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.
With a considerable field component, the Forest Land Manager will provide leadership in the implementation of harvesting and silviculture prescriptions, log sales and marketing, infrastructure assessments and planning, and day-to-day access and referral responses. The ideal candidate will be interested in continuing their career development in forest management while working independently.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- A safety conscious attitude;
- Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline;
- Minimum 5 of years related experience with operational forest management including project management and budgeting;
- Comprehensive understanding of New Brunswick’s government silviculture subsidy programs;
- Significant experience in operational planning, including block and road layout, harvest prescriptions (including non-clearcut), harvest supervision, timber cruising, field assessments, etc.;
- Experience creating Forest Management Plans;
- Proficient with forestry related software, GIS and Microsoft Office;
- A valid driver’s license and safe driving record; and
- A valid WAWA Certification and the ability to communicate in both official languages are considered assets.
WHO YOU ARE:
- Enthusiastic with a passion for forestry and working outdoors;
- Professional with a friendly and courteous manner, being service and team oriented;
- Able to work both independently under limited direct supervision as well as in a dynamic team environment;
- Effective problem solving with decision making skills.
WHAT WE PROVIDE:
In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, Forsite provides work/life flexibility, competitive wages, a solid benefits package, supported professional development and a company matched pension program.
Forsite welcomes applications from everyone and is looking for the most suitable individual for the position available with the skills and knowledge to effectively complete the duties required of the position.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
