Bryan Jakubec
About Bryan Jakubec
Bryan Jakubec is a Forestry Superintendent specializing in Planning and GIS at Tolko Industries, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in forestry management, including roles at Canfor and a strong educational background in natural resource management.
Work at Tolko Industries
Bryan Jakubec has been employed at Tolko Industries since 2011, where he currently holds the position of Forestry Superintendent - Planning and GIS. He has worked in this role for 9 years in Williams Lake, BC. In addition to his current title, he has served as Senior Planning Forester for 13 years in the Cariboo Regional Woodlands, also based in Williams Lake. His responsibilities include overseeing strategic and tactical planning for the region and managing the BC Geographic Information Systems (GIS) department.
Previous Experience in Forestry
Before joining Tolko Industries, Bryan Jakubec worked at Canfor from 2000 to 2011 in various roles. He began as North Zone Field Layout for one year in Prince George, followed by a five-year tenure as Forestry Supervisor - Cutting Permit Acquisition in Houston and Fort St James. He then served as Planning Forester for another five years in Houston, where he gained extensive experience in forestry management and planning.
Education and Expertise
Bryan Jakubec holds a Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resource Management - Forestry from the University of Northern British Columbia, which he completed from 1995 to 1999. He also earned a Forest Technology Diploma from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, studying from 1991 to 1993. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in forestry principles and practices, which he applies in his professional roles.
GIS and Spatial Data Management
In his current role, Bryan Jakubec implements standardized GIS mapping and spatial data management processes at a provincial level. He is responsible for the ongoing management and maintenance of certification requirements under ISO14001, CSA Z809, and PEFC CoC Certification Standards. His work includes conducting landscape-level assessments for forestry projects and leading regional fibre supply projects for the Cariboo region.
Policy Involvement and Forest Stewardship
Bryan Jakubec is actively involved in policy review and provides comments on forestry-related policies. He develops and maintains Forest Stewardship Plans, ensuring that forestry practices align with sustainable management principles. His expertise in forestry planning and policy contributes to the effective management of forest resources in the regions he oversees.