The Department of Land and Environment is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.

Under supervision of the District Head Crew Chief, this position provides direct supervision of silviculture operations on Public Lands. This includes ensuring operations are completed to Departmental standards as specified in Forest Management Plans and Departmental Policies. This position leads the implementation of on-site work and occupational health and safety, conducts safety assessments, and implementers training to address any safety issues. Maintain on-site equipment and control the inventory required to complete the work. Implements maintenance of chainsaw and brush saws (and other necessary equipment), field equipment, and fire equipment. This position is required to collect data to measure post-treatment performance and report back to the District Head Crew Chief. This position is an active member of the Wildland Fire team and be capable of implementing fire suppression strategies, including operating portable pumps and hose.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

- Tree harvesting, planting, manual maintenance, pruning, bridge and road construction;
- Instruct work crews on safe work practices and ensure adherence to those standards;
- Maximize sales potential for harvested wood products;




- Assess individual crew productivity and performance to ensure individual crew members are efficient and effective;
- Maintain chainsaws, brush saws, safety equipment and portable fire equipment;
- Maintain an accurate inventory of all equipment in their control;
- Assist with the maintenance of fire equipment;
- Assist with inventory of all wildland fire trucks;
- Conduct frequent meetings to review any safety messaging and implement training;
- Provide First Aid;
- Ensure safety routes are well marked and communicated to crew;
- Updates crew on any changes to secure work practices;
- Evaluation of crew member work performance and provides feedback to support employees;
- Completion of timesheets for payroll;
- Document any purchases and submit for processing;
- Serve as on-call after hours as part of Wildland Fire Team;
- Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Completion of the Silviculture Worker Lesson Plan Training Course.
- Completion of Basic Forest Fire Suppression Course and ICS 100.
- Proven ability to properly maintain chainsaws, brush saws, portable fire pumps, backpack pumps, pruning saws, and other related equipment.
- Knowledge of proper maintenance and safe operation for chainsaw and brush saws.
- Experience in harvesting standing trees to meet forest product specifications for various product classes and scaling products as required.




- Valid driver’s license and appropriate reliable vehicle to transport chainsaws, brush saws, fuel and fire equipment.
- Valid First Aid and CPR training.
- Ability to pass the physical fitness standard to wildland fire.
- Ability to identify native trees and shrubs common to Prince Edward Island.
- Physically capable, and able to demonstrate directional felling of trees and being able to implement silviculture prescriptions to Departmental standards.
- Knowledge of wildland fire suppression and proper use of equipment.
- Provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE. Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.

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