The Diamond Head team consists of a range of professionals, technicians, support staff and field crews. We are conscientious and inclusive group that wishes to contribute to the livability of our communities. As a company that works to protect, restore and enhance the natural environment, we strive for environmental excellence in all of our decisions and processes.

We are committed to: providing a safe work environment for our workers and clients; integrating social and environmental considerations into all of our corporate activities; quality, with an emphasis on communication and project management.

We offer competitive salaries, health benefits, and professional growth. Please send your resume and cover letter to hr@diamondheadconsulting.com or review the current postings below. We are always interested in hearing from talented people who would like to join the DHC team.

Current Postings

  • Forester

Diamond Head Consulting, an award-winning environmental consulting firm based in Vancouver, is seeking a Forester to join our team. We an interdisciplinary team of urban forest professionals, biologists, arborists and planners who work collaboratively with municipalities, land developers, Indigenous communities, and NGOs across Canada. We’re looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Forester to join our team and support a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from urban forest planning to wildfire mitigation and ecosystem restoration.

We are currently working on Urban Forest Strategies, Community Wildfire Protection Plans, and development-related projects which require tree management planning. The Urban Forester will play a key role in the successful completion of all these projects and initiatives.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and support tree inventories, risk assessments, and tree protection strategies

  • Conduct fieldwork including tree and vegetation surveys, data collection, and site assessments

  • Develop arborist reports, wildfire mitigation assessments, and forest health plans

  • Liaise with municipal staff, developers, Indigenous partners, and community groups

  • Collaborate across disciplines to contribute to integrated planning, design, and implementation solutions that balance development and ecological integrity

Candidates will ideally:

  • Be a registered professional with the ABCFP (RPF) or a Forester in Training working towards RPF certification

  • Have 3+ years of experience in forestry, arboriculture, or ecosystem management (urban or wildland)

  • Have strong working knowledge of BC’s urban forest context, wildfire interface issues, and tree protection regulations

  • Be comfortable working outdoors in all seasons and across varied terrain

  • Be skilled in technical writing, data management (e.g., Excel, GIS), and stakeholder communication

  • Have experience with wildfire risk assessments, fuel typing, or FireSmart planning

This is a Full-time position starting when we find the right candidate. The starting wage range is $28 to $50, depending on experience.  

 How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest to hr@diamondheadconsulting.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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