JOB POSTING - BIOMASS ENERGY, COMMUNITY LIAISON
Wuikinuxv Village (Katit), Rivers Inlet
C/O BAG 3500, Port Hardy, B.C. V0N 2P0
Admin Office Phone: (250)-949-8625
Admin Office Fax: (250)-949-7105
Community Liaison, Biomass Energy Feasibility Study
Get Involved in Wuikinuxv’s Energy Self Sufficiency! Wuikinuxv Nation is seeking a community member to support an upcoming Biomass Energy Feasibility Study. The Community Liaison role provides a great opportunity to learn about how we can turn biomass resources (wood fibre) into energy to heat our buildings.
ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Work collaboratively with external contractors to identify local wood fibre resources
Identify community members who may be interested in training and employment opportunities related to a future bio-energy system
Identify existing nation-owned equipment that may be utilized for the harvesting, processing, transport, and/or storage of wood fibre resources in the community
Collect information about how buildings in the community are currently heated
Provide monthly updates to the community in the newsletter and online
Assist community members with filling out forms and surveys
Assist in coordinating site visits and educational information sessions
Attend bi-weekly project meetings
RECOMMENDED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of Wuikinuxv lands and forestry operations
Interest in sustainable energy and green buildings
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Comfortable using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and email
Self-motivated and hardworking
POSITION DETAILS
Position Start: immediate to March 2022
Hours: approximately 20 hours a week
Rate: Both hourly rates and salary are to be negotiated during review process.
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and reference letters or to:
Clifford W. Hanuse, Capital Manager
Email: capital_manager@wuikinuxv.net
Fax: (250)-949-7105
or in person to the Band Office.
DEADLINE:
Friday, September 3, 2021 This position will be open until a suitable candidate is found