Full Time Employment Opportunity
The Place: The Woodlands Division of Aspen Planers Ltd in Merritt BC is currently accepting resumes for a Planning Forester to begin immediately.
The Position: Aspen Planers Ltd. is seeking a dynamic, self-starting, team-orientated individual to serve
as a Planning Forester. This is a permanent, full-time position working under the direction and
supervision of the company’s Planning Manager – Woodlands. While this position requires significant
office time, flexible field time is also a requirement as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• ABCFP Registered Forest Technologist or Registered Professional Forester designation
• 3 – 5 years of work experience as a Forestry Planner with the responsibilities identified
• Strong Knowledge of BC Forestry Legislation, policy and proceduresCapable of directing and managing staff and contractors in planning related duties
• Strong understanding, knowledge, and implementation of efficient and cost-effective operations in business
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a changing environment.
  Salary will be commensurate with experience and education. Interested applicants please send cover
  letter and resume to the following address:
  Attention: Trevor Ball, R.P.F
  Planning Manager

• Take the lead in maintaining Aspens environmental certification programs
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of Aspens Forest Stewardship Plan
• Take the lead on producing and reviewing company site and harvest plans to a high professional standard
• Ensure that all planning documents and associated records and documentation are accurately and thoroughly prepared and submitted
• Lead stakeholder and First Nations referrals/information sharing summaries to ensure effective, thorough, and efficient approvals are obtained
• Attend Timber Supply Area (TSA) meetings, including active participation in specific committees.
• Take the lead on managing and implementing current forest policy and legislation in operationsmanaged by Aspen Planers