Forest supervisor

With over 40 years of experience, Reboitech stands as a leading leader in the forestry development sector in Quebec. Operating at a provincial level, our headquarters are strategically located in the heart of Saguenay. We boast a dynamic team of over 200 forestry workers, dedicatedly engaged during the peak season to undertake a variety of tasks related to forestry development.

Job Description:

In collaboration with the operations director, the forest supervisor will be responsible for:

• Participating in the operational planning of work sectors.
• Managing one or more teams of brush clearers.
• Assigning areas to the brush clearers.
• Ensuring compliance with specifications, operational directives, and current standards.
• Ensuring the quality of work.
• Inspecting safety equipment.
• Marking intervention sectors with ribbons.

Requirements / Qualifications:

The ideal candidate should:

• Have experience in brush clearing or have at least one year of experience in the forestry field.
• Hold a Vocational Studies Diploma (DEP) in forest management or a College Diploma (DEC) in forestry technology, or have completed relevant training (an asset).
• Demonstrate autonomy and precision.
• Be organized, dynamic, and have a strong team spirit.
• Possess communication skills and an ability to work with a multicultural workforce.
• Have good physical fitness and enjoy working outdoors.
• Know how to use GPS and forest maps.
• Hold a valid driver's license.

Work Locations:

Several contract locations available: Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean, Mauricie, Bas St-Laurent, Côte Nord.

Working Conditions:

We offer attractive conditions, including:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Weekly pay.
• Paid sick and public holidays.
• Accommodation and meals provided in camps, motels, or lodges with internet access.
• Continuous training.
• Safety equipment allowance.
• Compensation for the use of personal vehicles (or provided truck).
• Full-time seasonal position lasting 5 to 7 months per year, with the possibility of extension.
• Flexible working hours: 4 days per week, 45 hours per week, or a 9-day shift with 5 days off.

Expected Start Date:

May 2024

Contacts:

Guillaume Lodvitz, P.Eng., Forestry Director
Phone: (418) 545-2893 ext. 229
Email: glodvitz@reboitech.qc.ca

Daniel Larouche, Operations Director
Phone: (418) 545-2893 ext. 233
Email: dlarouche@reboitech.qc.ca

The masculine form is used for readability, without discriminatory intent. Female candidates are also included.