Sydney Havenga, F.I.T.
About Sydney Havenga, F.I.T.
Sydney Havenga is a Field Crew Leader in Field Operations at Canfor, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in forestry, with previous roles at Weyerhaeuser and Canfor, and holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Forestry from Lakehead University.
Current Role at Canfor
Sydney Havenga serves as a Field Crew Leader in Field Operations at Canfor, a position held since 2020. Based in Fort St. John, British Columbia, Sydney's responsibilities include conducting stream assessments and eco-typing as part of field operations. Additionally, Sydney engages in road use agreements and block inspections to ensure compliance with operational standards. The role also involves handling site-level plans and road permit requests, contributing to the overall permitting process within the organization.
Previous Experience at Canfor and Weyerhaeuser
Prior to the current role at Canfor, Sydney worked as a Field Operations Assistant from 2019 to 2020 for ten months in Fort St. John, British Columbia. Earlier, in 2018, Sydney gained experience as a Forest Technician - Summer Student at Weyerhaeuser in Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan, where the role lasted for three months. These positions provided foundational knowledge and skills relevant to field operations and forestry management.
Education and Academic Background
Sydney Havenga studied at Lakehead University, where an Honours Bachelor of Science in Forestry was achieved from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, Sydney attended the University of Eastern Finland for 11 months in 2018, focusing on Forestry. The educational background provides a solid foundation in forest management and resources, supporting Sydney's professional roles in the field.
Skills and Responsibilities in Field Operations
In the role of Field Crew Leader, Sydney is involved in various critical tasks related to field operations. Responsibilities include conducting log quality assessments and ground disturbance surveys during harvesting operations. Sydney also participates in block reconnaissance as part of the planning process and performs productivity audits to enhance operational efficiency. These activities contribute to the overall effectiveness of field operations.
Early Career Experience
Before entering the forestry sector, Sydney worked as an Urban Agriculture Program Assistant at York Region Food Network in 2016 for two months in Aurora, Ontario. This early career experience provided insights into community engagement and agricultural practices, complementing Sydney's later focus on forestry and field operations.