About Probyn Log Ltd Probyn Log Ltd is an integrated private Coastal forestry company (Part of the Probyn Group) that has been operating since 1969. We cover forest management, project management, Log marketing, and financing. The organization was built with an entrepreneurial spirit that allows employees to manage and grow their career with a hands-off approach.

We work across Vancouver Island, and the entire BC Coast from the Fraser Valley to Prince Rupert with offices in Port Alberni, Campbell River, Chilliwack and New Westminster.

We're looking for a Project Manager / Forester to plan, coordinate and oversee forestry operations across our Central Vancouver Island operating area. This is a hands-on role for someone as comfortable in the block as in the office, developing operational plans, managing permitting, and working closely with field crews, contractors and regulators to keep projects moving.

The position will be primarily based out of the Port Alberni office.

Plan and coordinate forestry operations, from layout and development through to harvest

Manage permitting applications and approvals, including tenure, cutting permit and road permit work

Develop project budgets, monitor spending, and prepare financial reports in close collaboration with the manager and finance team.

Monitor log quality and grade,



working with crews to maintain standards and work closely with management and log sales team

Travel to remote work sites by gravel road, boat, floatplane and helicopters

Make timely operational decisions in the field and keep stakeholders informed

Work with contractors, First Nations partners and regulatory bodies as required

5+ years of operational coastal forestry experience

- Completed Post-Secondary - no related field is required,
- Forestry operations planning experience
- Working knowledge of log quality and grading
- Strong attention to detail, with the confidence to make quick decisions in the field
- Must be willing to work away from home; position will be based of Central Vancouver Island while supporting other areas across the BC Coast, including camp work and remote sites
- Assets

Other Forestry related certifications: Base salary for this role depends on years of experience, relevance of technical skills, and level

of qualifications and education- likely in the range of $85,000 to $130,000 plus a discretionary profit-based bonus

Training and development, in all aspects of the forest industry, from planning to finished product

Perks including health, wellness and dental coverage

If you're close, we're willing to train you.

Send your résumé and a short cover note to ***email_hidden*** with the subject line “Project Manager / Forester”.

📌 Forestry Project Manager (Port Alberni)
🏢 Probyn Group
📍 Port Alberni