Nursery Manager Forest Seedling Nursery

ABOUT THE ROLE:

PRT is seeking a fulltime Forest Seedling Nursery Manager to be based in Vernon British Columbia PRT Armstrong.  Leading the local management team you will have the opportunity to work with the most innovative conifer seedling producer in the industry with a focus on our people customer satisfaction and continuous improvement ensuring our Strategy execution is successfully aligned with operational plans and performance. As an accountable leader and proactive Manager you will oversee all aspects of greenhouse and outdoor seedling production. You will lead an experienced team that takes pride in being the ultimate best in producing exceptional results for our customers. Your focus will include financial management personnel development and leadership continuous improvement activities customer focus overall site safety and promotion of PRT. The driving force of implementation and execution of PRTs Strategy is rooted in the personal core values of stewardship and safeguarding of the wellbeing for our People Customers Assets Environment and Capital.

Key Accountabilities of the Forest Seedling Nursery Manager:

• Ensure adherence to organizational health and safety programs through routine management review and followup procedures
• Develop and prioritize proposals for capital expenditures and projects
• Manage and supervise container seedling production
• Create production target plans
• Implement crop and work plans
• Identify and assess crop damage losses and reliability issues
• Perform rootcause analysis with nursery personnel and develop solutions
• Keep neat and accurate records
• Manage labor force
• Identify training needs
• Mentor coach and train nursery personnel
• Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements
• Correspond with customers
• Follow and enforce safe work practices
• Encourage innovation and continuous improvement
• Promote collaboration and teamwork at all levels
• Set targets (i.e. production timelines) and evaluate achievement

More Than Just a Job:

This is your chance to make a tangible impact on our planet. At PRT youll be part of a legacy that has planted over 5 billion trees! Were not just growing seedlings; were cultivating a greener future one tree at a time.

Why PRT

• Rooted in Shared Success: Were a company where every voice matters. With 92% employee ownership your contributions directly impact our growth and prosperity.
• Cultivating a Culture of Growth: We value nurturing relationships driving excellence and putting our people first. We believe in fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.

Are You Our Next Forest Seedling Nursery Leader

If you have a passion for plants a knack for leadership and a desire to make a real difference we encourage you to apply!

LOCATION: Vernon PRT Vernon British Columbia

Picture this: your new career unfolds in the heart of British Columbias stunning Okanagan Valley where our PRT Vernon site is located right on the shores of Okanagan Lake. Just a short 30minute drive from Kelowna International Airport and nestled amidst worldrenowned wineries and orchards youll find yourself immersed in a vibrant community with a relaxed pace of life. Our Vernon location offers easy access to our neighboring PRT sites in Armstrong (20 minutes north) and Coldstream (just 10 minutes away) allowing for seamless collaboration and connection within our growing network. After work explore the endless recreational opportunities this region has to offer from hiking and biking through picturesque trails to kayaking and paddleboarding on the crystalclear waters. With a thriving arts and culture scene farmtotable dining experiences and breathtaking scenery at every turn Vernon offers the perfect blend of career advancement and an enviable lifestyle.

WORK STATUS: Fulltime Salaried

Qualifications :

WHAT YOU BRING:

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or diploma in horticulture agriculture or forestry (or equivalent experience)
• 5 years of handson experience in bareroot nursery operations with a proven track record of leadership and team management.
• Strong leadership communication and organizational skills with the ability to make sound judgments under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and a willingness to learn our proprietary inventory management and shipping system.
• A genuine passion for growing things and a deep understanding that this is a way of life not a 9to5 job.

Alignment with PRTs Values

• Safety First Growth Always! Working safely together every day.
• Passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to excellence.

Join our treeloving team at PRT Vernon and help us grow a greener tomorrow!

Additional Information :

WHAT WE OFFER:
 

TOTAL REWARDS AT PRT:

Grow Your Career Cultivate Your Potential. At PRT we believe in nurturing talent as carefully as we nurture our forests. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package is designed to help you thrive professionally and personally.

Financial Rewards

• Competitive base salary
• Flexible start date position is currently vacant looking to hire ASAP
• Matching 401K program; Supporting your longterm financial planning

Comprehensive Benefits

• Extended health vision and dental coverage
• Paid vacation and paid Stat holidays

Professional Development

• Development Support: Personalized guidance to accelerate your career growth
• LearningFocused Culture: Continuous skill development built into every role
• Recognition for innovative contributions that drive our business forward

Unique Green Cultural Advantages

• Collaborative inclusive work environment
• Passion for nature solutions and the earth
• Every voice matters
• Yearround stability and growth
• Strong commitment to environmental sustainability
• Passionate team dedicated to stewardship of North American forests

Join PRT and be part of a missiondriven organization where your professional growth is as important as the forests we help to grow. Here youre not just an employee youre a vital part of our ecosystem of innovation and environmental stewardship.

We embrace openness and diversity of thought for innovation and growth. We seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our companys performance and progress. We believe that openness and diversity of thought help us drive innovation make better decisions achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive. We encourage you to connect with us at  for more information about our accessible workplace including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond.

Ready to grow your career with PRT

To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career PRT Growing Services Ltd.

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