Posting ID:
28582
Position Type:
Regular
City:
Whitecourt, AB, Canada
Location:
Whitecourt Fibre
As an Assistant Forester, you’ll be joining one of the largest and best-managed forestry companies in the world as you begin your forestry career with our Whitecourt Woodlands team. This is an entry-level successional role designed to provide you with hands-on experience across all functional areas of forestry. This position will be heavily focused on Harvesting Operations with exposure to Silviculture and Planning.
Canfor is deeply engaged in innovation, sustainability, and technology, so you’ll gain exposure to modern systems and progressive forestry practices while working alongside a talented group of professionals. This is a tremendous opportunity to build your skills, grow your career, and contribute to sustainable resource management with a company that leads the industry.
A day in the life of an Assistant Forester will include:
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-Ensuring all activities are conducted in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Requirements, forestry legislation, Canfor’s Environmental Policy, Forestry Principles, and Forestry Management System
-Supporting harvesting, log loading, and log haul programs.
-Participating in road reclamation activities and other operational fieldwork.
-Collaborating with team members to ensure operations are conducted in an environmentally sensitive manner and in alignment with sustainable forest management practices.
-Assisting with implementing efficiencies and cost-saving initiatives.
-Assisting when needed with and coordinating tree planting, site preparation, regeneration surveys, stand tending, and thinning programs.
The Candidate:
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-A post-secondary education in Forestry or a related field.
-Silviculture and/or Harvesting operations experience is considered an asset.
-Eligible (or working toward eligibility) for registration with the Association of Alberta Forest Management Professionals (AAFMP).
-Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
-Ability to work cooperatively with contractors and stakeholders, as well as independently in a field environment.
We believe that inclusion and diversity are essential to driving productivity, creativity, innovation, and maintaining a competitive edge. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair and equitable, focusing on qualifications and experience.
We appreciate all candidates' interest, but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.
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