Classification: Full-time, Permanent position. 40 hours per week
Salary: $90,000-$100,000 annually depending on experience.
Location: Williams Lake, BC with travel to Yunesit’in, Hanceville BC- 1 hour from Williams Lake, BC
Closing Date: Until Filled
The Yunesit’in Development Enterprise (YDE) is currently seeking an experienced General Manager. The candidate will be responsible for carrying out general maintenance work. Planning, managing budgets, and leading forestry projects. Liaising with local First Nations, Forest Licences, BC Timber Sales, and the Provincial Government on various forest opportunities. Benefits of being home every night, a work truck is provided, and competitive medical and dental benefits.
Yunesitin Development Enterprise (YDE) was created in 2009 to create and support economic opportunities for Community members within the Yunesitin Caretaker Area. YDE is now the largest employer in the community with 20 to 25 full-time seasonal employees.
Elhdaqox Developments Ltd (EDL) was created in 2017 in response to the Hanceville Wildfire that heavily impacted the Yunesitin Caretaker Area. The principal objective of EDL was to capture economic opportunities above and beyond the services provided by YDE, including harvesting, site prep and saw milling. EDL currently maintains a staff of 10 full-time professional in various capacities.
The Yunesit’in Nation is a First Nations community located West of Williams Lake. They are a part of the Tsilhqot’in Nation, which is made up of six communities that share a common language and culture. The Yunesit’in Nation continues to assert their rights and protect their land. They are actively involved in resource management decisions that affect their territory, striving to maintain a balance between economic development and environmental sustainability.
Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry- Section 16(1) Canadian Human Rights Act.
Key Responsibilities
· Forest and cutting permit development;
· Silviculture planning and implementation;
· Forest license management;
· Oversee and analyze operations operations;
· Recommend operational changes to senior management when necessary to ensure that production quotas and procedures are met;
· Plan and manage the departments budgets;
· Evaluate efficiency of production sites to determine adequacy of personnel, equipment and technologies used, and make changes to work schedule or equipment when necessary;
· Ensure adherence to safety regulations;
· Hire personnel and oversee training needs of employees;
· Wildfire crew development and management;
· Ensure proper maintenance, preparation, supplies and operations of all tools and equipment being used;
Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Requirements
· Registered Professional Forester (British Columbia)
· Former experience working with a First Nation organization.
· Strong problem-solving skills.
· Previous logging experience.
· Knowledge of Forestry and Silviculture.
· Minimum Grade 12.
· Budget and Invoicing experience.
· HR and conflict resolution experience.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills; and the ability to build strong relationships with community members.
· Ability to work independently and as a team.
· Level 1 First Aid.
· Clear driving record and a Valid BC driver’s license.
Working Conditions
· Travel will be required.
· Overtime as required.
· All types of weather.
· Frequent walking, standing, climbing.
· Lifting or moving up to 50lbs may be required.
To apply, please submit your resume to:
Brittany Hutchins
Human Resource Manager
Yunesit’in Government