Planning Forester at Weyerhaeuser
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West Fraser Timber
📍 drayton valley, ab, Canada
Job Description
Join Weyerhaeuser Pembina Timberlands as a Planning Forester in Drayton Valley, AB. Your expertise will shape forest management plans and ensure safe, effective timber harvesting.
In this mid-level role, you will be instrumental in operational planning for harvest blocks and associated road systems. Key tasks include cutblock and road design using ArcGIS Pro, and collaboration with Indigenous communities and stakeholders. The position involves approximately 30-50% fieldwork and reports directly to the Planning Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design road and cutblock plans for safe log delivery
• Liaise with planning, harvesting, and silviculture teams
• Manage contracts for resource assessment crews safely
• Track planning activities to ensure on-schedule operations
• Build relationships with internal teams and external partners
Requirements:
• Degree in Forestry with Alberta RPF or RPFT status
• Five years of forestry experience in harvesting or silvicul...
In this mid-level role, you will be instrumental in operational planning for harvest blocks and associated road systems. Key tasks include cutblock and road design using ArcGIS Pro, and collaboration with Indigenous communities and stakeholders. The position involves approximately 30-50% fieldwork and reports directly to the Planning Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design road and cutblock plans for safe log delivery
• Liaise with planning, harvesting, and silviculture teams
• Manage contracts for resource assessment crews safely
• Track planning activities to ensure on-schedule operations
• Build relationships with internal teams and external partners
Requirements:
• Degree in Forestry with Alberta RPF or RPFT status
• Five years of forestry experience in harvesting or silvicul...