Forestry Superintendent – Operational Planning

Forestry Superintendent – Operational Planning

Slave Lake, Alberta

Our Forestry Superintendent plays an integral part in coordinating a sustainable supply of fibre to our manufacturing facilities while working closely with Indigenous communities, Government, stakeholders and the public. Read on to learn how you can join our team and make an impact!

We’re looking for a Forestry Superintendent to join our Woodlands Division with offices in Slave Lake, High Prairie and High Level, Alberta. Combined we are responsible for managing approximately 3,200,000 m3, delivered to our mills in Slave Lake, High Prairie and High Level annually. We are dedicated to sustaining these areas to the benefit of all who live and work there.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Minimum 10+ years of related industry experience.
• Currently registered or eligible as a Forestry Professional in Alberta.
• Experience in managing large scale projects and coordinating staff to innovate and deliver organizational results.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge of related AB Forest legislation and implementation.
• Possess a well-developed understanding of, timber harvesting, silviculture systems and forest stewardship planning, and timber development.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with Indigenous communities, government, public and internal and external stakeholders.
• Unwavering commitment to safety and the ability to demonstrate safe behaviors.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge come in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role you will:

• Oversee a team of forest professionals who are responsible for implementing landscape level plans to facilitate forest development and subsequent harvesting and stewardship programs for approximately 3,200,000 m3 annually.
• Lead and manage operational relationships with Indigenous, stakeholders and the public as required to secure fibre for Tolko’s manufacturing facilities.
• Lead landscape level planning initiatives and strategic coordination to support operational timber development.
• The Forestry Superintendent is responsible for the coordination of the Operational Planning for all the Alberta operations.
• Standardization of best practices related to Planning and Operational Excellence.
• Ensuring that Annual Operating Plans and General Development Plans are “operationally” sound and mitigate environmental, flora, watershed, wildlife and soil concerns.
• Foster strategic partnerships with our contractors and managing contracts in a way that will create efficiencies and give us the competitive advantage of securing fibre.
• Have the benefit of a flexible schedule working between office and field work. You are empowered to manage priority initiatives and schedule your time accordingly.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting challenge with supportive team members. 
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $95,250 to $127,000 per year.
• You'll earn an additional northern allowance on top of your base pay. 
• You will be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program. 
• Competitive benefits and retirement packages come standard, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future. 
• Relocation support includes community connections so you can live (and play) where you work. 
• Continued professional development on the job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees. 
• A positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment. 

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko.  Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 70 years.  Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.   

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.  

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About Slave Lake
Our Athabasca Division is located two and a half hours northwest of Edmonton, Alberta close to the town of Slave Lake.    Slave Lake is home to over 6,000 people, It’s an active community boasting two ball facilities, a multi-recreation centre, aquatic centre, and over 40 acres of parks and open space to explore.  

Watch this video to learn more about the community and find out why life is better here.  

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