Supervisor, Forestry Operations

Location: Cochrane Region (Hearst)

The activity of Green First Forest Products is rooted in the forest! For us, well‑managed forests really make sense for our business, our communities and the environment. We have a deep connection to Canada’s forest lands and sustainability. If this commitment to the environment and Canada’s forests resonates with you, come join our team.

Position
Supervisor, Forestry Operations

Location
Hearst, ON

Green First is looking for a Supervisor, Forestry Operations to plan, organise and supervise forestry operations for the Kapuskasing, Opasatika and Hearst Divisions, ensuring quality work with a view to supplying the mills in accordance with corporate objectives while maintaining a cost‑effective manner.

Commitment

Live up to Green First's values, principles and guidelines.

Bring an open and cooperative attitude to your job, contributing to our positive work environment.

Comply with all health, safety and environmental standards, as well as applicable regulations and laws.

Responsibilities

Promote and provide a safe workplace, seeking improvements, and supporting the Health & Safety Program.

Lead a motivated, efficient and engaged operations team of direct reports and provide career development opportunities.

Coach and mentor employees to ensure maximum performance.

Recommend training requirements for employee development.

Provide direction to operations teams in consultation with customers, consultants, contractors or suppliers.

Assist in negotiating harvesting and individual equipment contracts with internal and external contacts.

Support compliance with collective agreements and sound union/management/employee relations.

Maintain a communications program to keep your team informed.

Develop and maintain a good rapport between labour, customers, outside agencies, other users and management.

Report to the Superintendent, Forestry Operations.

Participate in short‑term and mid‑term planning pertaining to budget requirements, staff selection and projects to be undertaken.

Assist in preparing and developing operations budgets, authorise expenditures, review and analyse financial reports and take appropriate actions.

Assist in coordinating the activities of the Forest Management, North Ontario West operations in order to maintain production targets, quality of wood product and wood supply for the Kapuskasing and Hearst Sawmills.

Prepare work schedules to ensure effective and efficient operations.

Ensure that all operations adhere to the Federal, Provincial and Municipal laws and regulations.

Advise and recommend changes or opportunities on operating costs to supervisor.

Report and explain deviations from planned activities.

Assist in any other sector of Forest Management, Northern Ontario West operations as requested by the Superintendents and Woodlands Manager.

Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

College diploma or equivalent in a related field.

Experience:

Must have 5+ years in a similar role.

Bilingual (English & French) – an asset.

Salary Range
$73,699 – $109,962 annually

Equal Opportunity Employer
Green First Forest Products is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. Green First Forest Products strongly commits to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Version française
L'activité de Produits Forestiers Green First est ancrée dans la forêt! Pour nous, des forêts bien gérées ont vraiment du sens pour notre entreprise, nos communautés et l'environnement. Nous avons un lien profond avec les terres forestières canadiennes et la durabilité. Si cet engagement envers l'environnement et les forêts canadiennes résonne en vous, venez joindre notre équipe.

Poste
Superviseur, Opérations forestières

Emplacement
Hearst, Ontario

Green…