Planning Superintendent
Woodlands
Date Posted: December 16, 2023
Job Location: Blue Ridge
Job Type: Coop
Start: Immediately
Company: West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.
Website: www.westfraser.com
Address: PO Box 87, Blue Ridge, Alberta, Canada T0E 0B0
Job Description
Our Blue Ridge Lumber Woodlands team has an opportunity for
a:
PLANNING
SUPERINTENDENT
Reporting to the Woods Manager, the Planning Superintendent will
work with a team of professionals responsible for all timber
development activities.
Responsibilities include:
- Manage a group of forestry professionals including Planning
Foresters, Assistant Foresters, Land Use/Indigenous
Coordinator - Participate in the development and implementation of safety
programs and policies - Prepare and submit operational and tactical plans for the
Forest Management Area and timber quotas - Ensure the correct and timely complement of cut blocks, roads
and crossings are laid out and approved - Engage with stakeholders including coordination with the public
advisory committee - Lead the implementation of the Detailed Forest Management
Plan - Participate in provincial policy initiatives, as required
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A Registered Professional Forester or Technologist Designation
(RPF or RFT), with the College of Alberta Professionals or
Foresters Association of BC Forest Professionals - Strong communication, interpersonal, technical and leadership
skills - A good understanding or experience in operations would be an
asset - Proven experience with the forest planning process with a
thorough understanding of forest policy
Blue Ridge is located near the growing, family-friendly
community of Whitecourt, Alberta, and is a short one and half hour
drive from Edmonton. Our mill and forest operations form an
integral part of the community, providing economic stability to
employees and families that live in the Whitecourt, Mayerthorpe and
Blue Ridge areas.
About West
Fraser:?
West Fraser is a leading forest products company. We are
listed on the TSX, NYSE and recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100
Employers for the eleventh time. Our goals are straightforward –
leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities,
excellence in people, and strength in
products.??
West Fraser Timber has over 60 locations across Canada,
the United States, and Europe.
West Fraser continues to invest in our manufacturing
facilities to ensure they are modern and competitive. We have a
sustainable forestry practice and continue to innovate our
processes and diversify our products, including investing in
bioenergy.
We believe strongly in promoting from within and pride
ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous
development. The successful candidate should be interested in
future growth opportunities within the company. West Fraser offers
an excellent compensation package, including a competitive salary,
excellent benefits, and an outstanding pension
plan.?
West Fraser believes inclusive and diverse teams build a
more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company
overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that
reflect the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not
discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race,
gender, national origin, or any other protected legal
characteristic.?
Apply now at https://www.westfraser.com/careers
and discover more about our current
opportunities!?
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Discover more about West Fraser’s current initiatives,
opportunities, and more, by visiting us on LinkedIn
and Facebook.
Leadership through safety, profit,
responsibility in communities, excellence in people and strength in
products.??
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only
those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Conditions
- Minimum experience: 0 to 1 year
- Minimum educational level: Grade 12 or Equivalent
- Language: English