STO 24R - Engineering Program Specialist

The Team
The Mackenzie Forest District Engineering Team is a small, established unit dedicated to maintaining safe road access for four remote communities in northern B.C. This two-person team works independently and collaboratively, engaging with First Nations, forest licensees, and industry partners to deliver practical, inclusive solutions within budget. Their work directly supports community connectivity and resource access, making a meaningful impact through thoughtful infrastructure stewardship.

The Role
This Engineering Program Specialist role is all about maintaining safe, reliable Forest Service Roads and infrastructure across one of B.C.’s largest Timber Supply Areas. Your work will directly support access to four remote communities, making a real difference in people’s lives. Based in the welcoming town of Mackenzie, this position offers a unique blend of technical challenge, outdoor adventure, and meaningful engagement with First Nations and industry partners—perfect for those who value inclusion, exploration, and impact.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree in forest technology or a related field (i.e., chemical, metallurgical, forest engineering, survey geomatics, geoscience) as recognized by the Association of BC Forest Professionals and 1 year of related experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree in forest technology or a related field (i.e., chemical, metallurgical, forest engineering, survey geomatics, geoscience) as recognized by the Association of BC Forest Professionals and 2 years of related experience, or
• Diploma in forest technology or a related field (i.e., chemical, metallurgical, forest engineering, survey geomatics, geoscience) as recognized by the Association of BC Forest Professionals and 3 years related experience, or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related Experience may include

• Experience related to work unit or program area.
• Experience in contract and/or project supervision.

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration (within six months of employment), with the Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) as an Registered Forest Technologist (RFT). Note: “Immediately eligible for registration” means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the process of obtaining full registration with the relevant BC professional association within six (6) months of employment.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work 1 or more days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

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Join the BC Public Service, a Canada’s Top 100 Employers award winner that offers diverse career opportunities in more than 200 occupations across 280 communities throughout British Columbia. You'll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful work that supports your professional growth. Build your career in beautiful British Columbia.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered as a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) with FPBC, or able to transfer a current RFT (or related) membership to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.