We are seeking a

Forest Analyst to support our forest planning and analysis initiatives across a range of forestry and environmental projects.

You will work on mission critical work assisting our clients from multiple resource sectors such as forestry, government agencies, and other stakeholders. In this role, you will work with forest inventory data, spatial models, and planning tools to help inform practical, defensible decisions for land and resource management. Your work will contribute directly to forest management strategies, regulatory processes, and long-term sustainability outcomes.

This role will have both office and field work components. Depending on your experience, this role blends hands-on technical work with project management responsibilities. You will collaborate with a team of forestry professionals, GIS specialists, and project managers to analyze scenarios, evaluate trade-offs, and deliver clear, actionable insights to clients.

This work spans a variety of projects across Canada’s forest sector.

What You’ll Do

Apply your problem-solving skills to a variety of forestry and environmental challenges

Support the development of forest management plans and regulatory submissions through technical analysis and documentation

Apply problem solving skills to assess wildlife habitat, wildfire risk, and other landscape-level considerations

Contribute to projects related to biomass, carbon, and emerging forest-based opportunities

Participate in field data collection and quality control programs to support forest management projects

Prepare clear, well-structured outputs that communicate key assumptions, risks, and trade-offs

Work closely with internal teams and clients to ensure analysis aligns with project objectives and operational realities

Support continuous improvement of modeling approaches, workflows, and documentation standards

What You Bring





Strong analytical capability with a focus on accuracy, transparency, and defensibility of results

Practical understanding of forest management planning and timber supply concepts

Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into clear, usable insights

Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines across multiple projects

Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical audiences

Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently while contributing to a team setting

Technical Skills & Experience:

Proficiency in GIS platforms (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and spatial data analysis

Experience with statistical or analytical tools (e.g., Python, R, or similar) is an asset

Familiarity with forest inventory data structures and planning frameworks in one or more Canadian jurisdictions

Drone pilot license basic or advanced is considered an asset

Experience with forest management tools such as Remsoft, Woodstock, Patchworks, FVS, SLYM, MGM, etc. is considered an asset

Exposure to project planning or coordination is considered an asset

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Planning, Agriculture, or a related field

Graduate degree is an asset, but not required

Registered or eligible for registration as an RPF or RPFT in Alberta.

Working Conditions

Field work may involve travel to project sites across Alberta / Western Canada,



including remote locations, for periods of up to 10 days at a time

Fieldwork can involve working in variable weather, walking over uneven terrain, and carrying equipment

Reasonable physical fitness is required for the field portions of the role A valid Class 5 driver’s licence and a satisfactory driver abstract are required A company vehicle will be provided for field travel

Overnight stays in field or camp accommodations may be required during active field seasons

Why Work at Silvacom

Work on projects that directly support sustainable forest management and responsible land use

Be part of a team that values practical solutions, technical quality, and collaboration

Contribute to meaningful work across the forest sector, government, and environmental initiatives

Access opportunities for professional growth in forest modeling, planning, and applied analytics

Join a company with a long-standing reputation in forestry, GIS, and land management

Compensation

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and a company-sponsored RRSP plan.

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by a Silvacom Recruiter with an @silvacom.com email directly from our organization.

📌 Forest Analyst (Winnipeg)
🏢 Silvacom
📍 Winnipeg