DUZ CHO
CONSTRUCTION
Box 28
4821 South Access Road
Chetwynd, BC
V0C 1J0
TEL: 250-788-3120

Pipeline Right of Way & Forestry Operations Supervisor

Duz Cho is seeking a Pipeline Right of Way & Forestry Operations Supervisor. If you think you have what it takes
to join a dynamic team and become a lifetime member of a growing team, please apply without haste.

Employees are expected to support and participate in a “culture of safety”, adhere to and be ambassadors of Duz
Cho’s Code of Conduct and Values, act professional and amicable, and to treat others with dignity, respect, and
fairness.

Duz Cho is a 100% Indigenous owned company, with ownership belonging to McLeod Lake Indian Band. The
successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the diverse cultures and histories of local Indigenous
communities. They must have demonstrated experience in applying Indigenous knowledge in a professional setting,
adhering to cultural protocols, and working with a culturally safe approach. Knowledge of the Truth and
Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) Calls to Action and a commitment to advancing reconciliation are
essential.

This hands-on leadership role requires a strong field presence and the ability to coordinate crews, equipment,
subcontractors, environmental requirements, and project schedules while maintaining a safe and productive work
environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:
• Lead and supervise field crews involved in pipeline right-of-way clearing, mulching, grubbing, forestry
operations, road construction, and site preparation activities.
• Coordinate daily work plans, manpower, equipment assignments, and production targets.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and leadership to operators, labourers, hand fallers, truck drivers, and
subcontractors.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and professional conduct across all work crews.
• Monitor daily production against contract requirements and project targets.
• Track quantities measured by hectares and linear metres.
• Complete daily reports, quantity tracking, equipment utilization reporting, and production records.
• Communicate productivity challenges and schedule impacts to Superintendents and Project Management.
• Assist with planning and resource allocation to maintain operational efficiency.
• project schedules and critical path requirements.
• Coordinate clearing and forestry activities to support downstream pipeline construction operations.
• Identify and communicate project constraints, risks, and delays.
• Ensure work progresses according to approved plans and project milestones.
• Ensure field compliance with Environmental Protection Plans (EPPs), wildlife mitigation requirements,
crossing permits, and regulatory obligations.
• Monitor environmentally sensitive work areas and ensure crews understand project restrictions.
• Work closely with environmental inspectors and project representatives.
• Ensure environmental incidents and concerns are reported and addressed promptly.
• Interpret survey layouts, right-of-way boundaries, centreline stationing, offsets, and construction drawings.
• Ensure crews remain within approved work areas and project limits.
• Protect survey control points and construction reference markers.
• Coordinate and oversee hand-falling operations where required.
• Ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations, forestry safety standards, and approved work procedures.
• Participate in hazard assessments and work planning activities for forestry operations.
• Support safe execution of work in challenging terrain and remote environments.
• Lead daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through visible leadership and engagement.
• Ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory safety requirements.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action implementation.
• Serve as a safety leader and role model for all field personnel.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, safety documentation, environmental records, and production tracking
information.
• Communicate effectively with Superintendents, Project Managers, clients, environmental personnel, and
subcontractors.
• Support project reporting requirements and field documentation standards.

Qualifications & Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in forestry, pipeline right-of-way construction, resource road construction, heavy civil
construction, or related industries.
• Previous supervisory experience leading crews in remote operating environments.
• Strong understanding of unit-rate production work and daily quantity tracking.
• Experience working on schedule-driven projects with critical path milestones.
• Working knowledge of pipeline construction sequencing and right-of-way operations.
• Understanding of Environmental Protection Plans (EPPs), environmental regulations, wildlife mitigation
requirements, and permit compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret right-of-way survey layouts, construction drawings, and project plans.
• Working knowledge of hand-falling operations and forestry safety requirements.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience completing field documentation, daily reporting, and production tracking.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and potentially physical fitness testing.

Preferred Assets: Experience in any of the following areas will be considered a strong asset:
• Pipeline right-of-way clearing and maintenance
• Forestry harvesting operations
• Mulching and vegetation management
• Resource road construction and maintenance
• Utility corridor construction
• Environmental compliance monitoring
• Heavy equipment operation (excavator, dozer, grader, loader, buncher, processor, skidder, mulcher)
• Commercial truck driving experience
• Remote and northern construction operations

• Location: Various project locations across British Columbia;
• Employment Type: Full time; as per site requirements;
• Work Schedule: Shift rotation: 14/7 or 6/1 various rotations to meet project requirements;
• Wage: $45 – $50 per hour based on experience, overtime as required;
• Truck Allowance: Company provided or vehicle allowance;
• Accommodation: LOA or to be provided while working away from home, including meals;

Email to submit resume (optional): recruitment@duzcho.com
MLIB Applicants may submit resumes directly to: jreno@duzcho.com