JOB POSTING – Woodlands Manager
Thichum Forest Products (Thichum) is a sustainable forestry company under the Tla’amin Management Services business arm for the Tla’amin Nation.
Thichum is accepting applications for the newly created Woodlands Manager position. This is an exciting opportunity for a pivotal role in a forestry company with the vision of being a leader in sustainable management practices across British Columbia. Thichum is a value-driven company built around the quadruple bottom line – where social, cultural, environmental, and economic values are managed equally.
Reporting to the General Manager, the Woodlands Manager will support Thichum in managing a sustainable harvest across a range of tenure types. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation in forest management practices. The ideal candidate will be organized, professional, and dedicated to upholding Tla’amin Nation sustainable resource management practices. Registered Professional Forester designation in good standing with the Forest Professionals of British Columbia is a requirement of this position.
Position Responsibilities
- Development Planning – oversee the development of cutblocks and roads across an annual development schedule and 5-year planning cycle. Responsibilities include multi-phase contract management, assessment planning, data management, and permitting.
- Operations Management – manage supervision of road building, harvest contractors, and post harvest liabilities. Responsibilities include contract negotiations, preworks, inspections, safety, financial reporting, cut control monitoring, and post-harvest assessments.
- Access management – oversee the road and bridge program including maintenance, inspections, and permitting.
Qualifications
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
- 10 years experience in coastal timber development, engineering, and planning.
- Positive attitude with a desire to lead change in the BC forestry industry.
- Experience working in or alongside First Nation organizations.
- Understanding of forestry legislation.
- Membership in good standing with Forest Professionals of British Columbia as an RPF.
- Strong computer aptitude and report writing skills.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Commitment to safety and experience working in field-based conditions.
- Valid class 5 driver’s licence.
Starting base salary for the position is $90,000 to $140,000 commensurate with education and experience. We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, with opportunities for career growth within the organization. Hiring preference will be given to members of the Tla’amin Nation. Questions related to this position may be directed to the email address listed below.
Submit Cover Letter and Resume to:
Adam Culos – General Manager Email: adam.culos@tmslp.ca
Subject: Woodlands Manager Position
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a background check. This a permanent full-time position based in the qathet region of BC (upper Sunshine Coast).