Overview
Languages
French
Education
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Bachelor's degree
- or equivalent experience
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Work setting
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Forest industry
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Urban area
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Remote location
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Various locations
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Relocation costs covered by employer
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Willing to relocate
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Conduct advanced research in the areas of tree improvement, nursery seedling production, forest soils, forest ecology, forest mensuration, forest operations and other areas
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Ensure adherence to government regulations and company objectives
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Establish short- and long-term plans for management of forest lands and forest resources
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Monitor contract compliance and results of forestry activities
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Negotiate terms and conditions of agreements and contracts for forest harvesting, forest management and leasing of forest lands
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Plan and conduct public relations programs, and education and extension programs related to forestry
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Plan and direct road building, wildlife management, environmental protection and insect and vegetation control programs
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Plan and direct woodlands harvesting, reforestation, silviculture and fire prevention and fire suppression programs
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Provide advice and recommendations, as a consultant on forestry issues, to private woodlot owners, municipal, provincial or federal governments or to companies
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Bear awareness Certification
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S-100 basic fire suppression and safety training
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Emergency Care and First Aid Certificate
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Forest Engineer with registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.)
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Registered Professional Forester (RPF)
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Scaling Licence
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
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Data manipulation and analysis
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Geographic Information System (GIS)
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Realize modelling and simulation exercises on computerized units
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Scientific programming
Area of specialization
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Forest pathology and entomology
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Forest fire management
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Forest physiology
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Forest economics
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Forest biology and ecology
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Recreation and landscape management
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Silviculture
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Timber harvesting or production
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Tree improvement and nurseries
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Urban forestry
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Wildlife ecology and management
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Wood science and forest products
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Forest and woodlands protection
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Forest engineering and harvesting
Additional information
Security and safety
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Basic security clearance
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Criminal record check
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Driver's validity licence check
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Immunization records
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Own vehicle
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Vehicle supplied by employer
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Travel expenses paid by employer
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Willing to travel
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Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
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Fast-paced environment
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Attention to detail
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Ability to distinguish between colours
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Large workload
Own tools/equipment
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Steel-toed safety boots
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Hard hat
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Computer
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Printer
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Internet access
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Cellular phone
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Fax machine
Personal suitability
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Reliability
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Team player
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Values and ethics
Benefits
Health benefits
Financial benefits
Other benefits
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Team building opportunities
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Parking available
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Variable or compressed work week
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.