Silviculture Surveyor

Silviculture Surveyor

Prince George, British Columbia

Geoterra Integrated Resource Systems Ltd. is a British Columbia-based company that provides consulting services to the natural resource sector and related industries. We are a leader in providing technical expertise and information within the industry, and we pride ourselves on delivering safe, efficient, and effective services.

Geoterra IRS is seeking a qualified Silviculture Surveyor to join our forestry services team in Prince George, British Columbia. This field-based position will support silviculture surveys and related forestry programs throughout the B.C. Interior.

Job Highlights

Geoterra has an industry-leading, extended health and benefits plan.

Company RRSP matching program.

Health spending accounts.

Geoterra supports our employees with professional development opportunities and payment of professional dues.

This position involves significant fieldwork in remote forest environments; regular travel is expected.

Geoterra pays for all travel and accommodations, including per-diem while away from home.

Key Responsibilities

Complete regeneration delay, stocking, free-growing, and other silviculture surveys in accordance with current B.C. procedures and project requirements.

Collect accurate field data, assess forest health and site factors, and confirm survey-unit stratification.

Compile survey results, prepare maps and field documentation, and support clear, defensible recommendations.

Perform quality assurance on survey data and deliverables before submission.

Coordinate with project managers, clients, and field crews while meeting safety, schedule, and quality expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

Accredited Silviculture Surveyor designation in British Columbia is preferred; candidates working toward accreditation may be considered.

At least one field season of experience completing regeneration delay, stocking, or free-growing surveys is preferred.

Knowledge of B.C. silviculture survey procedures, stocking standards, forest health, and applicable forestry practices.

Experience collecting, compiling, and quality-checking field data using GPS, tablets, GIS applications, and forestry software.

Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and ability to work safely and independently in remote terrain.

Strong navigation, observation, communication, organization, and report-writing skills.

Compensation

$25-$30 per hr. plus overtime at time and a half.

Geoterra prides itself on offering a positive working environment with opportunities for staff to grow and become an integral part of our forestry services team. Self-reliant and motivated individuals will find excellent opportunities for advancement and career growth, along with industry-leading wages.

Please submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format via email to:

[email protected] job posting will stay open until the successful candidate is hired.Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.