Urban Forest Field Team Leaders

GoodWork Environmental Jobs is hiring a SNAP Field Team Leader for ecological restoration in Surrey, BC. The role involves leading a team in managing invasive plants, maintaining parks, and engaging with the community. The position is full-time from September 3rd to November 27th, 2026, with a pay of $26.05/hour. Candidates should have relevant education, leadership experience, and be able to work outdoors in varying conditions.
Ecological restoration, Parks and natural areas


Hiring:
SNAP Field Team Leader


Employer:
Surrey's Natural Areas Partnership (SNAP)


Location:
Surrey, Greater Vancouver BC



Term: September 3rd – November 27th, 2026
Hours: 37.5 hours/week, Monday – Friday (occasional weekend work with advanced notice)
Compensation: $26.05/hour

About Surrey’s Natural Areas Partnership
Surrey’s Natural Areas Partnership (SNAP) is a unique partnership between three local non-profit organizations and the City of Surrey. SNAP’s goals are to restore and enhance Surrey’s urban forest; to promote environmental stewardship; and to empower youth as future leaders in environmental conservation. For more information, visit surreysnaturalareaspartnership.com.
Position Description The SNAP Field Team Leader will lead and implement ecological restoration and enhancement projects in Surrey parks by removing invasive plants, maintaining planting sites, removing litter and refuse and providing shade tree maintenance. You will report to the SNAP Program Manager and supervise a small team in this field-based position.
This position is primarily focused on invasive plant management and native planting initiatives. The role requires a high degree of adaptability, including responding to changing priorities, field conditions, and weather. It also involves engaging with community members, youth participants, and volunteers to support stewardship and restoration activities.


Duties

Assist with the supervision, training and evaluation of team members
Maintain accurate daily records, track project deliverables and provide updates to supervisor
Communicate with the public as an ambassador of SNAP and our partner organizations
Ensure work is completed in a safe manner and complete other related duties as required

Desired Qualifications

Post-secondary study in a related field such as urban forestry, geography, biology, arboriculture, environmental studies, or other relevant fields of study
Ability to perform repetitive, physical work outdoors in all weather conditions, and ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Strong work ethic and initiative, able to effectively manage multiple priorities and adapt to change within a fast-paced environment
Supervisory and/or leadership experience, strong time management and organizational skills
Strong public relations, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal)
Knowledge of ecological principles, ability to identify local native and invasive plants and common shade trees
Willingness to work occasional weekends and have full availability for the duration of the work-term (3 months)
Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license (or equivalent) with a safe driving history, and willingness to submit a driver’s abstract
Valid Level 1 First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain prior to the start of employment)
Completion of a Police Information Check will be required as a condition of employment

For potential grant funding purposes, preference may be given to candidates who:

are between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment
are currently enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary education program
are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
have a valid Social Insurance Number and be legally entitled to work in Canada and BC

To Apply
Send your cover letter and resume in one (1) PDF document to: snap.program@gmail.com , and please ensure the subject line of your email reads “Field Team Leader - [first and last name]”.

Cover Letter – expressing why you are interested in the position.

Please mention you saw this at GoodWork.ca.

Resume – clearly outlining your relevant education, work, and volunteer experience.


Please note that references will be requested during the interview stage. We will ask for the contact information (email address and phone number) of 2–3 professional references, including at least one previous direct supervisor. Please be prepared to provide this information upon request. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
Deadline to apply: Friday, June 26th, 2026
While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.