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 work for by logging companies, contractors, and government agencies.
Job Outlook
Limited
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Compared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “limited”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is below average when compared with other occupations in Nova Scotia. This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent and jobseekers may face competition. The number employed in this occupation is expected to decline slightly over the next few years, which may affect the number of new opportunities available. 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. Supervisors in Logging and Forestry 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 57% of Supervisors in Logging and Forestry 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$24.84
Median$32.00
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 work for by logging companies, contractors, and government agencies.
Job duties
Supervisors in this group:
- 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 like 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.
- Instruct 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 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
- 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
- High school is usually required.
- 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
$21,899 median annual incomeSouthern
N/AAnnapolis Valley
N/ACape Breton
N/AHalifax
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Construction
Manufacturing
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
55-64
65+
35-44
25-34
15-24
Compared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
45-54
15-24
55-64
35-44
25-34
Top levels of education
College Diploma
N/ALess than high school
N/AHigh school
N/ATrade Certification
N/ABachelor
N/ACompared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
Less than high school
$23,463 median annual incomeHigh school
$19,301 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$29,551 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$31,535 median annual incomeBachelor
$17,956 median annual incomeEducation & training
Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
College or Trades ProgramThese programs prepare students 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. They 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
Various, NS
High School Diploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramAdults without a high school diploma can contact the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) for tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL oversees adult education programs in Nova Scotia. NSSAL partners with the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations to deliver programs. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Various, NS
Natural Resources Management and Policy
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs prepare students to plan, develop, manage, and evaluate programs to protect and regulate natural habitats and renewable natural resources. They include courses in the principles of wildlife and conservation biology, environmental science, animal population surveying, natural resource economics, management techniques for various habitats, applicable law and policy, administrative and communications skills, and public relations.
Institutions providing this program
Truro, NS
Various, NS
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