Forestry Operations Manager
(Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)
Full Time
Mackenzie, British Columbia, Canada
Canfor is one of the world’s largest and most respected integrated forest products companies. For more than 75 years, we have been delivering top-quality lumber, pulp and paper products to our valued customers worldwide. With operations in Western Canada and the Southern United States, and sales offices around the world, you can find Canfor products in every corner of the globe. We are leaders in sustainable forest management and in converting wood residuals into green energy.
As we continue to grow our company and our markets, find out how you can grow your career with us.
The Operations Manager is the leader of the Operations Team within Mackenzie Fibre Operations and is responsible for managing staff to ensure appropriate volume is available to meet manufacturing facility needs and Company commitments within approved budgets.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Providing a safe and healthy work environment
- Ensuring that all activities within the Mackenzie Fibre Operations are conducted in compliance with Canfor's Mission Statement, Environmental Policy, Forestry principles and Environmental Management System
- Providing and supporting a positive atmosphere for personal, professional and team development
- Delivering on collective synergies and continuous improvement initiatives
- Conducting proactive communication and coordination with manufacturing facilities to meet regional and group business objectives
- Meeting operational goals with respect to delivery of a profile and species mix of timber within or below approved budgets
- Creating positive internal and external relationships
Required Skills
- RPF or Technical Diploma with a minimum of 10 years of related forestry experience
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- A proven track record of delivery results.
- Excellent knowledge of applicable BC legislation and policies
All qualified applicants are invited to apply on-line by no later than 4:00 pm, Friday, July 3, 2015.
There has never been a better time to join the Canfor team and become part of the modern forest industry. We have a wide range of rewarding careers in some of the best communities in North America, with plenty of room for advancement. Our mills are modern, high-tech and safe; and our marketing and sales activities are world-class. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, and are committed to the professional development of our employees.
Mackenzie, BC
“The sky’s the limit” is the district’s tagline, and it couldn’t be more fitting. Mackenzie is home to the world’s seventh largest reservoir, Williston Lake, and the World’s Largest Tree Crusher. Once you’re in Mackenzie, you’ll want to go hiking at Morfee Mountain- once you’re at the top, you’ll witness the most incredible scenery that highlights the beauty of BC.
For more information, visit http://canfor.com/our-company/our-communities/mackenzie-bc