THE COMPANY West Coast Timber Consultants Ltd . (WCTC) is a consulting firm specializing in the Management of Natural Resources, based out of Courtenay, BC. The company was established on the basic principle of providing clients with high quality management services within the natural resource sector. We are currently seeking summer student to meet our client’s goals. Location – Gold River, BC The Village of Gold River (http://www.goldriver.ca/) The Gateway to Historic Nootka Sound on Canada’s pacific coast, this is where the road ends and true Canadian wilderness begins. Easy ocean access to the world’s best salmon and halibut fishing. Wilderness and wildlife abound; this is the land of discovery! Whether you get your kicks fishing for halibut and salmon weighing over 30 lbs., mountain biking remote trails through old growth forest, spelunking hundreds of feet underground, or surfing set after set of perfect waves coming in off the Pacific on a deserted beach, Gold River is your start and end point. Position – Summer Student – Assistant Engineer (2) Career opportunities for individuals looking to expand on their professional development with exposure to a diverse and complex forestry operation on West Vancouver Island. Field work is physically demanding with exposure to all types of weather and ground conditions. Primary responsibilities include:Assist in completion of road and cut block layout, road designs, and deactivation plan preparation. Additional duties include daily mentoring of junior crewmembers and safety program implementation. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Enrolled or just graduated from a post-secondary forestry program and a valid driver’s license and 1 Aid.