Job Status: Filled

Log Buyer (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Vaagen Fibre Canada ULC (http://www.vaagenbros.com/)

  Midway, British Columbia, Canada

Vaagen Fibre Canada, ULC is seeking an experienced log buyer for its Midway sawmill operation. This exciting position will need to leverage experience and leadership to help manage log procurement and log quality management.

Job Requirements

  •  Planning and development of mill log stratums
  •  Appraising and bidding timber sales
  •  Managing contractor base
  •  Implementing log quality programs
  •  Monitoring contractor compliance with safety programs
  •  Operational understanding of logging and hauling
  •  Increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of the Vaagen Fibre forestry team

Preferred Qualifications

  •  Register Forest Technician Designation
  •  5 years of relevant experience
  •  Leadership and the ability to manage others
  •  Self motivated and team oriented
  •  High level understanding of log stratums and scaling
  •  Operational understanding of logging and hauling
  •  A commitment to safety
  •  Practice in contract management
  •  Experience in appraising and bidding timber
  •  Candidates with less than the above qualifications may be considered for other areas of our forestry team

Compensation

Vaagen Fibre Canada, ULC offers competitive wages and a complete benefit package in the beautiful setting of Midway B.C.

Midway offers a variety of recreational opportunities for all seasons. Walk, bike, snowshoe, or cross-country ski along the Kettle Valley Railroad Trail; canoe, float, or swim the Kettle River; explore the mountain side on our hiking trails; or play a round of golf at the nearby Kettle Valley Golf Course. Come be a part of a wonderful family and a great community.