Overview
Supervisors in logging and forestry supervise and coordinate the activities of workers engaged in logging operations and silvicultural operations. They are employed by logging companies, contractors and government agencies.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Supervise and co-ordinate the activities of logging and forestry workers in woodland operations, often in several work locations over several square kilometres
Oversee silvicultural activities such as scarification, planting and vegetation control
Schedule work crews, equipment and transportation for several work locations
Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve work methods
Instruct workers in safety, recognize unsafe work conditions and modify work procedures
Ensure that government regulations are met
Communicate with forestry technical, professional and management personnel regarding forest harvesting and forest management plans, procedures and schedules
Prepare production and other reports
Hire and train new workers.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$66,844
$87,387
$115,584
Job openings
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293expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Completion of a one- to three-year college program for forestry technologists or technicians may be required.
Formal company training and several months of on-the-job training are provided.
Certification requirements
Optional: The following certifications are optional to practice as Supervisors, logging and forestry in B.C.
- Basic first aid and CPR - Supervisors, logging and forestry
- Chemical Application Licensing - Supervisors, logging and forestry
Basic first aid and CPR - Supervisors, logging and forestry
To work as Supervisors, logging and forestry in B.C., you may need to have basic first aid and CPR certification. Eligibility is achieved by completing a relevant course.
Chemical Application Licensing - Supervisors, logging and forestry
To work as Supervisors, logging and forestry in B.C., you may need the correct pesticide certification for the type of work you will be performing. Eligibility is achieved by passing the requisite exam through Service B.C.
Work Experience
Work experience required
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
No post-secondary education required
No post-secondary education required. You can work in this career without post-secondary education. Some on the job training may be provided. With additional training or experience, you may be able to progress into higher level, supervisory or management positions.