George Kwasi Arhin

Multidisciplinary natural resource management professional with 8+ years of international and Canadian experience in forestry operations and regulatory compliance.

Ground person - Rutter Urban Forestry - Thunder, Ontario

(2025-08)

• Performed assigned duties (chipping, ropes), acted as safety observer for climbers/operators, controlled site access, answered basic client questions, staged brush efficiently and managed tools.
• Conducted thorough site cleanup and collected, and packed all tools/gear.
• Unloaded equipment/trucks, assisted dumping chips, tidied vehicle cabs, disposed of garbage, stored signage/gear, cleaned and sharpened chainsaws, engaged in team debrief, and performed shop maintenance.

Planting Implementer/Silvicultural Surveyor - Blue Collar Silvicultural Ltd - Quesnel, British Columbia, Canada

(2025-04 - 2025-05)

• Ensured compliance with planting contract specifications by assessing density, microsite selection, stem spacing, and crop tree quality in accordance with Schedule requirements.
• Navigated remote blocks using Avenza Maps and operated ATV/quad to reach inaccessible plots; conducted ground assessments and identified natural regeneration and brush competition.
• Collected and recorded field data using Plant Wizard and SNAP apps

General Laborer - Service Master, Evolution Mining Camp - Red Lake, ON

(2025-02 - 2025-02)

• Carried out fire and water damage restoration in a mining camp, working safely around heavy equipment and hazardous materials.
• Performed physically demanding tasks including debris removal, demolition, and sanitization.

Intern - Blue Collar Silvicultural Ltd - Quesnel, British Columbia, Canada

(2024-05 - 2024-08)

• Planted over 100,000 trees across diverse and challenging terrains, including hilly, rocky, and post-wildfire areas, utilizing specialized planting equipment and operating under the guidance of a crew leader.
• Participated in safety meetings and trained in wildlife encounters, WHMIS, and ATV operation.

House Keeping - Prince Arthur Hotel - Thunder Bay, Canada

(2024-03 - 2024-04)

• Carried out housekeeping tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, window cleaning, scrubbing bathrooms, changing sheets and towels, managing laundry, and ensuring overall cleanliness and tidiness.
• Cleaned, disinfected, and properly stored all cleaning equipment at the end of each shift.
• Met all cleaning standards set by the employer and respond promptly to client requests.

Forest Range Manager - Resource Management Support Centre, Ghana Forestry Commission - Kumasi, Ghana

(2018-08 - 2023-09)

• Led comprehensive forest inventories and stock enumerations to support strategic resource management, achieving a 20% improvement in planning accuracy.
• Monitored post-harvest timber operations by conducting field inspections, reviewing logging practices, and ensuring compliance with approved harvesting schedules and environmental safeguards. Implemented appropriate sanctions for any deviations, resulting in 95% adherence to harvesting standards.
• Evaluated and approved timber yields and harvesting schedules by analyzing forest inventory data and ensuring compliance with sustainable forestry principles, resulting in optimized resource utilization.

Wildlife Officer - Wildlife Division, Ghana Forestry Commission - Accra, Ghana

(2017-06 - 2018-08)

• Administered and vetted CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) certificates for wildlife exports, ensuring compliance with international standards for endangered species.
• Monitored wildlife reserves and enforced regulations under CITES and national wildlife laws.
• Supervised daily operations of anti-poaching patrols; strengthened team coordination.

National Service Personnel - Timber Industry Development Division, Ghana Forestry Commission - Kumasi, Ghana

(2015-09 - 2016-08)

• Conducted grading and inspection of timber products to uphold quality standards.
• Collaborated with industry stakeholders to improve compliance with national timber standards.

Master of Forest Management - Forest Management - Lakehead University (2023-09 - 2024-12)

Master of Science - Water and Forestry Engineering - National School of Forest Engineers (2011-09 - 2015-07)

University Diploma - Biology and Geology - Chouaib Doukkali University (2008-09 - 2011-07)