Woodlands Manager (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

  Interfor Corporation (http://www.interfor.com)

  Adams Lake, Chase, British Columbia, Canada

Interfor Corporation is a growth-oriented lumber company with operations in Canada and the United States. The Company has annual production capacity of 2.4 billion board feet and offers one of the most diverse lines of lumber products to customers around the world. For more information about Interfor, visit our website at www.interfor.com.

Interfor is currently recruiting for a Woodlands Manager for our Adams Lake Operations based in Chase, British Columbia. The position will be responsible for the management and performance of the Woodlands Operations and the fiber supply for the Adams Lake manufacturing facility, consuming 1.2 Mm3 of logs annually. The successful candidate will also provide strong leadership in safety and performance management for 10 staff members.

Position Details:

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for safety of employees, contractors, consultants.
• Ensure fiber supply meets sawmill requirements.
• Responsible for tenure management, and strategic partnerships for increased log supply.
• Manage log inventory levels to balance risk, working capital and an uninterrupted supply of fiber to the sawmill.
• Set and communicate direction to staff, contractors and consultants.
• Work with the Regional Management Team (RMT) to maximize profitability of the division.
• Communicate with peers and share best practices among Canadian Operations.
• Liaise with government, first nations and key stakeholders.
• Monitor operations.

Required Skills:

• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a highly interactive team environment
• Strong business focus
• Detailed and results oriented
• Strong analytical skills

The ideal candidate will possess the preferred qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in Forestry Management
• Registration with (or eligibility for) the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals
• Previous management or leadership experience is considered an asset
• Minimum 10 years of operational and forest planning experience

To express interest in this opportunity, please apply online by using the "Apply Now" button below.

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