Supervisor Forest Nursery Operations

The Government of Nova Scotia•Inverness, NS

3d•CA$57,533 - CA$60,852•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the daily operations of a forestry nursery, working closely with the Nursery Manager to coordinate staff, equipment, and facilities. You will help ensure greenhouse systems, machinery, and infrastructure are operating safely and efficiently and play a key role in maintenance and year-round site operations.

Requirements

Grade 12 + related vocational training
Proficiency in mathematics and record keeping
A farm/forestry background of 3 or more years experience including one in a supervisor capacity with a demonstrated mechanical abilities.
Demonstrated experience with procurement processes, purchasing systems, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

Works closely with the Nursery Manager to plan and coordinate daily operations.
In the Manager’s absence, directs nursery maintenance staff and assigns daily work activities.
Oversees and participates in tasks including operation of delivery trucks, lawn tractors, farm tractors, sprayers, irrigation pumps, and other nursery-related equipment.
Ensures completion of greenhouse duties essential to seedling growth, including snow removal from greenhouse roofs during winter months.
Ensures nursery facilities and infrastructure are safe, functional, and prepared for tree seedling production.
Identifies, prioritizes, and coordinates maintenance and improvement projects.
Ensures required resources, materials, and tools are available for maintenance activities.
Assigns and supervises maintenance work, including carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical repairs, welding, metal fabrication, and operation of heavy equipment.
Works collaboratively with greenhouse growers and irrigation staff to support optimal crop growth.
Oversees the operation and maintenance of the nursery’s oil-fired boilers, wood waste boiler, and greenhouse climate control systems (VSD).
Ensures proper temperature, ventilation, and environmental conditions to support healthy tree seedling growth.
Monitors inventory levels and identifies the need for cleaning supplies, parts, and operational materials.
Compares vendors to obtain supplies at the best possible value.
Orders required parts for nursery vehicles and equipment, coordinating with DNR Shubenacadie Fleet Services as directed.
Ensures safe and reliable access to the nursery year-round.
Operates heavy equipment for snow removal during winter months.
Maintains clear access to the helipad to support EHS air ambulance landings.