STO-RE 18R - Engineering Technologist

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) is a unique program of the Ministry of Forests (MOF). Working collaboratively with regional and district operations, BCTS plans, develops, and auctions a substantial portion of the province’s annual available timber volume. BCTS operates as a for profit entity within a government organization. Its goal is to provide credible representative price and cost benchmark data for the Market Pricing System through auctions of timber harvested from British Columbia’s public land. BCTS operations are guided by three overarching principles, forest sector safety, reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and sustainable forest management.

A career path in BC Timber Sales offers exceptional opportunities to develop new solutions to complex problems, and to learn and grow personally and professionally. Existing and future BCTS employees have the opportunity to impact public and private forests, communities, the economy and the lives of British Columbians in positive and unique ways.

The Team

The Engineering Team is a dedicated group of four professionals, including two Engineering Technologists, one Forest Technologist, and the Engineering Officer. This established team plays a critical role in maintaining and monitoring forest service roads and major access structures while constructing and deactivating roads as needed. Their collaborative efforts with the Timber Development, Planning, and Silviculture Teams are instrumental in achieving quarterly goals, managing substantial budgets, and ensuring road networks meet safety and environmental standards. Known for their operational focus and ability to handle a high workload, the team takes pride in partnering with contractors to deliver high-quality results that support the organization’s broader mission.: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests.

The Role

As an Engineering Officer, you’ll play a key role in managing contractors to monitor and maintain roads and access structures, ensuring the safety of the Forest Service Road network for all users. This operationally focused role offers a unique opportunity within government to lead large-scale construction projects across the Cariboo Chilcotin, combining hands-on fieldwork with impactful project management. If you’re eager to make a tangible difference in the community and take on exciting challenges in a dynamic environment, this position is for you.. To find out more about our program check out the BCTS website.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from an approved technical institute with a diploma or degree in resource or forestry management and three years of experience in one or more operational field forestry activities.

OR

• An equivalent combination of education or experience such as five years of experience in one or more area of operational field forestry.
• Operational field forestry activities include one or more of the following:
  • Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance
  • Cut-block development
  • Forest road engineering
  • Silviculture
  • Timber tenure development and administration
• Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) as a Registered Forest Technologist or equivalent.
• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.

Preference statements:

• Preference may be given to applicants with three years of specific operational field-based forestry experience in silviculture.
• Preference may be given to applicants with three years of specific forestry experience in one or more operational field-based forestry activities such as tenure development, road and block layout, or timber tenure administration.
• Experience in contract or financial administration.

Provisos /Willingness statements:

• Must be willing and able to withstand the rigors of fieldwork.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.
• Must be willing and able to travel in fixed and or rotary winged aircraft and or watercraft.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Gregory.Spence@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

This position can be located in Williams Lake or Quesnel.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established for similar vacancies within the BC Timber Sales Cariboo - Chilcotin Business Area (Williams Lake Quesnel).
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service. We offer a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits and much more.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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