Supervisors, logging and forestry
Career Overview
Supervisors in this group:
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of workers engaged in logging and silvicultural operations
- Work for logging companies, contractors and government agencies
Job Titles
Duties
Supervisors in this group perform some or all of the following duties:
- Supervise and coordinate 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
- Solve work problems and recommend measures to improve work methods
- Train workers in safety, recognize unsafe work conditions and modify work procedures
- Make sure that government regulations are met
- Communicate with forestry technical, professional and management staff about forest harvesting and forest management plans, procedures and schedules
- Prepare production and other reports
- Hire and train new workers
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
1,610% Employed Full Time
54%Key aspects of the work in this occupation:
- Work takes place in a controlled indoor setting
- Work is also done outdoors in various weather conditions
- Working in woodland operations can be hazardous and proper safety procedures must be adhered to
- Workers may be exposed to noise in the workplace that could cause hearing problems
- The workplace may contain airborne particles such as dust and sand
Career Pathways
Supervisors have many options available to them. There are opportunities to move to other companies in search of higher-level positions. Supervisors may also become mine inspectors, full-time trainers or safety/loss prevention coordinators.
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Education, Training and Skills
- 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
- Several years of experience as a logger, silvicultural worker, or logging machinery operator are usually required
- A chemical application licence may be required
- An industrial first aid certificate may be required
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Wood Products/Wood Processing Related
Skills
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Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Teaching others how to do something.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
1,610Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 245 | 15.2% |
| Kootenay | 145 | 9.0% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 395 | 24.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 160 | 9.9% |
| Northeast | 105 | 6.5% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 200 | 12.4% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 370 | 22.9% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
570Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 80 | -0.5% |
| Kootenay | 50 | 0.1% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 150 | 0.4% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 90 | 1.7% |
| Northeast | 40 | -0.3% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 60 | -0.2% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 90 | -0.5% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Forestry, Logging and Support Activities | 280 |
| Construction | 90 |
| Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | 40 |
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