Logging and Forestry Supervisors
(NOC 8211)
in All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and MiningIndividuals in these jobs supervise and coordinate the activities of workers in logging and silviculture operations. They schedule work crews, equipment, and transportation; resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve work methods; and identify unsafe work conditions, instruct workers in safety, and modify work procedures. They also ensure that government regulations are met; prepare production and other reports; and train new workers. They are employed by logging companies, contractors and government agencies.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Logging and Forestry Supervisors most commonly work full-time hours. Furthermore, the jobs may either be permanent or temporary positions, as both are common. With employment conditions being somewhat seasonal, periods of downtime or layoff throughout the year affect some workers.
The median employment income for 59% of Logging and Forestry Supervisors who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $43,324. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
N/A
Minimum$23,553
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
Hourly Pay
$12.55
Minimum$16.00
Median$31.88
MaximumAnnual Pay
$4,009
Minimum$23,520
Median$87,170
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Individuals in these jobs supervise and coordinate the activities of workers in logging and silviculture operations. They schedule work crews, equipment, and transportation; resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve work methods; and identify unsafe work conditions, instruct workers in safety, and modify work procedures. They also ensure that government regulations are met; prepare production and other reports; and train new workers. They are employed by logging companies, contractors and government agencies.
Job 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.
- Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve work methods.
- Instruct workers in safety, recognize unsafe work conditions, and modify work procedures.
- Ensure that government regulations are met.
- Communicate with forestry technical, professional and management personnel regarding forest harvesting and forest management plans, procedures and schedules.
- Prepare production and other reports.
- Hire and train new workers
Sample job titles
- forestry conservation contractor
- forestry foreman/woman
- forestry supervisor
- logging contractor
- logging supervisor
- planting crew foreman/woman
- production supervisor - logging
- silviculture contractor
Skills
For these jobs, you need an aptitude for administrative work and project management. Leadership, supervisory and effective communication skills, both oral and written, is essential. You must be able to work alone and as part of a team. You must be observant, responsible, and able to enforce rules and regulations.
Job requirements
- Completion of high 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.
- A chemical application licence may be required.
- An industrial first aid certificate may be required.
Other considerations
Job opportunities are sensitive to changing economic conditions in the industry in which people are employed. Also, supervisory personnel usually have significant non-supervisory experience in a related field. Several years of experience as a logger, silvicultural worker, or logging machinery operator are usually required.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
North Shore
Southern
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Halifax
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Forestry and Logging
Other Industries
Construction
Management, Admin & Other Support
What is the age of Employment?
35-44
25-34
45-54
65+
Compared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
Less than high school
N/AHigh school
N/ACollege certificate or diploma
N/ATrades certificate
N/ABachelor's degree
N/ACompared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
Less than high school
$14,445 median annual incomeHigh school
$14,229 median annual incomeCollege certificate or diploma
$21,289 median annual incomeTrades certificate
$19,107 median annual incomeBachelor's degree
$15,980 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult high school/secondary diploma programs
This program is typically offered at the high school level.The Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) administers, coordinates, and supports the development and delivery of adult education programs through learning partners in Nova Scotia. Our learning partners include the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations that offer tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED, empowering Nova Scotians to achieve their learning and employment goals.
Institutions providing this program
Siège Social: 1695, Route 1
Pointe-de-l'Église, NS B0W 1M0
(902) 769-2114
PO Box 220
Halifax, NS B3J 2M4
(866) 679-6722
Various, NS
Various, NS
Environmental engineering technology/environmental technology
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers and other professionals engaged in developing and using indoor and outdoor environmental pollution control systems. These programs include courses in environmental safety principles, testing and sampling procedures, laboratory techniques, instrumentation calibration, safety and protection procedures, equipment maintenance, and report preparation.
Institutions providing this program
301 Alexandra Street
Sydney, NS B1S 2E8
(902) 539-9766
75 High Street
Bridgewater, NS B4V 1V8
(902) 543-4608
226 Reeves Street
Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2A2
(902) 625-2380
80 Mawiomi Place
Dartmouth, NS B2Y 0A5
(902) 491-1100
Forest technology/technician
This program is typically offered at the trades/college level.This instructional program class includes any program that prepares individuals to assist foresters in the management and production of forest resources. These programs include courses in woods and field skills, tree identification, timber measurement, logging and timber harvesting, forest propagation and regeneration, forest firefighting, resource management, equipment operation and maintenance, record-keeping, sales and purchasing operations, and personnel supervision.
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