Wacor Holdings Ltd. is a heavy civil general contractor with over 35 years of experience in road building, civil works, underground utilities, demolition, landfill closure, site preparation, and remediation work. We are looking for experienced Equipment operators to join our team for full-time work located in Campbell River or the Comox Valley. Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience operating various types of machinery.

Wacor offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Hourly rate between $28-36/hr depending on experience.

Wacor Holdings Ltd. is a civil general contractor with over 30 years of experience in road building, civil works, and underground utilities. We are currently seeking an experienced Gradesman to join our Survey Team in Campbell River, BC. This is an outdoor position.

Responsibilities:

· Work alongside the Superintendent and/or Foreman to strategize and provide survey data and layout for crews to complete project work effectively and efficiently.
· Calculate the layout of all project components using the drawings, specifications and submissions provided.
· Use survey instruments (i.e., Rotary lasers, Robotic Total Stations, RTK’s, etc.) to establish correct line and grade for construction of a wide variety of projects.
· Provide required layout for equipment operators to establish design grades, excavation depths, etc. for a wide variety of projects.
· Manage information flow from field to office and prepare clear, concise and accurate field notes, records and calculations.
· Report to the Construction Manager or Survey Manager to provide project updates and project specific survey quantity information.


Wacor Holdings Ltd. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Hourly rate between $28-35 depending on experience.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Western Forest Products is currently seeking for a fully qualified Heavy-Duty Mechanic to join our Timberlands operations located in Port McNeill, BC.

What We Offer:
• United Steel Worker (USW) union wage rate of $51.43 plus trade premiums
• Hourly premiums on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift
• Health & Dental Benefits provided through the union
• Pension plan provided through the union
• A safe work environment
*$7000 Signing Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available*

Shifts:
Shifts vary depending on site. Please inquire within to learn more.

This role is considered safety sensitive, all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you a certified trades person looking to join a “best in class” maintenance team? Western Forest Products is hiring for a Certified Electrician to join our Chemainus Sawmill Division located on Vancouver Island, BC!

What We Offer:
• These are USW unionized positions with a wage rate of $51.26/hour as per the collective agreement
• Hourly premiums of $1.00/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift
• Benefits and pension are provided through the union
• Safe work environment

Shifts:
Graveyard Monday – Friday 10:00pm – 6:00am
• Note: Shifts may vary depending on the requirements of the mill.

These positions are considered safety sensitive, all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Maintain, repair, upgrade and build a variety of electrical and pneumatic equipment;
• Develop and maintain a robust electrical preventative maintenance plan;
• Create technical reports, documentation, calculations and sketches;
• Demonstrate proficiency with PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting;
• Develop, implement and document equipment and process improvement projects;
• Report work compliance with relevant codes, standards and procedures;
• Provide various electrical calculations;
• Prepare specifications for purchase of materials and equipment;
• Provide expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems;
• Develop sustainable work relationships to ensure positive resolutions with all contacts;
• Maintain up-to-date electrical engineering knowledge and stay current with industry trends and best practices;
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts;
• Provide designs such items as cable tray layouts, electrical equipment arrangements, lighting layouts andLVsingle line diagrams;
• Cut, thread, bend, assemble and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Are you a certified trades person looking to join a “best in class” maintenance team? Western Forest Products is hiring for Heavy Duty Mechanics to join our operations located on beautiful Vancouver Island, BC.

Current Opportunities:
• Duke Point Sawmill, Nanaimo
• Ladysmith Sawmill Operation, Ladysmith
• Value Added Division, Chemainus

What We Offer:
• Unionized positions with starting wages ranging between $46.76 - $51.26/hour depending on the site, per the respective collective agreement
• Hourly premiums of $0.60 - $1.00/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift
• Health & Dental Benefits provided through the union
• Pension plan provided through the union
• A safe work environment
*$7000 Signing Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available*

Shifts:
Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Saturday

This position is considered safety sensitive, the successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participate and follow Western's health and safety program and policies;
• Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical & electrical on mobile fleet;
• Work with dealers/vendors on maintaining inventory on critical components of equipment;
• Perform minor welding repairs on equipment;
• Ensure equipment repair log books are up to date and accurate;
• Maintain a organized and clean shop;
• Other duties as assigned.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you a certified trades person looking to join a “best in class” maintenance team? Western Forest Products is hiring for multiple Millwrights to join our sawmill operations located on beautiful Vancouver Island, BC.

Current Opportunities:
• Duke Point Sawmill, Nanaimo
• Ladysmith Sawmill Operations, Ladysmith
• Chemainus Sawmill Division, Chemainus
• Value Added Division, Chemainus
*$7000 Signing Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available*
What We Offer:

• Unionized positions with starting wages ranging between $46.76 - $51.26/hour depending on the site, per the respective collective agreements.
• Hourly premiums of $0.60 - $1.00/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift.
• Benefits and pension are provided through the union.
• Safe work environment.

Shifts:
Shifts vary based on site but could be days, afternoons, graveyards or weekends and could change at any time depending on seniority and operational needs. Please inquire within to learn more.

These positions are considered safety sensitive, all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Repairing or replacing mechanical components & machinery;
• Rigging and slinging;
• Troubleshooting mechanical machinery;
• Welding repairs;
• Hot work and lock out protocols;
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems;
• Performing other preventative maintenance processes that pertain to optimum mechanical performance of our facility.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Western Forest Products is hiring for an Assistant Accountant to join our Timberlands finance team based in Campbell River, BC.

What You’ll Do:
An integral part of our Timberlands finance team, the Assistant Accountant works closely with our Division Controller, Accountant and Operations Manager to provide accounting and finance support services. You will develop your skills as an accounting professional by providing accurate, concise and effective financial transaction recording and reports. This is a fantastic developmental role for someone currently enrolled in the CPA program looking to gain experience in the forestry industry!

Who You Are:
You have 1-3 years’ experience in accounting roles supporting full cycle accounting and are currently enrolled in the CPA program (or working on prep courses with a desire to pursue your CPA). You are a self-starter with strong attention to detail and strong people skills who is keen to learn and grow your career! In this fast paced environment, so we are looking for someone who thrives in a role with high-volume workloads and tight deadlines.

What We Offer:
• Salary range of $52,000 - $63,000 based on your skill level, qualifications and experience.
• Annual performance bonus
• Pension Plan Contributions - WFP contributes 7% towards a pension plan
• Extended health and dental benefits – WFP pays for 100% of the employee monthly premiums
• Employee family assistance program
• CPA Program and CFE Support: The CFE Exam is a huge milestone in every accountant’s life, and that’s why we want to help set our people up for success. Western will support with CPA modules, course materials, annual dues, and registration fees. In addition, we offer CFE prep support including in-house mentors, curated workshops, paid study leaves, Densmore course, and paid travel and/or accommodations on the day of the exam.
• Post-Designation Career Progression. A clear career path for our employees who have successfully earned their CPA designation is available, including progression to Accountant, Controller and Manager roles, or specialization into different accounting areas of interest.

Work Environment:
This role is to be performed in person at our Campbell River office.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

Our total rewards offering includes competitive pay, performance bonus, pension plan, benefits and other programs designed to support our employees.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

THE OPPORTUNITY
We have an opening for a Forklift Operator/Maintenance Assistant to join our Saanich Forestry Centre in Saanichton, BC.

Length of contract:
12 months with possible extension.

Shifts:
7:30am - 4:30pm (Monday-Friday).

Starting wage range:
$23.00 - $25.00 based on skill level, qualifications and experience, with potential for performance-based wage increases.

What You’ll Do:
The successful candidate will operate in this key role during critical operations in the Nursery as a forklift operator. In addition, the successful candidate will work with our Maintenance department, to support the Nursery and Orchard throughout the production cycles with corrective and preventative maintenance activities.

Work Environment:
This position is to be performed in person at the Saanich Forestry Centre.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Operate motorized equipment such as forklifts, manlifts/girettes, gators, and tractors to support the nursery and seed orchard operations;
• Perform routine building maintenance and minor repairs, including basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry work;
• Conduct minor repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment and facility systems to support daily operations;
• Maintain irrigation systems, including nursery booms, and seed orchard irrigation systems;
• Carry out general site maintenance as required;
• Trim, cut, and brush trees, including burning by using a variety of tools such as backhoes, chainsaws, brush saws and pruning saws;
• Apply basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems to troubleshoot and resolve issues; and
• Identify opportunities for improving safety and productivity.

ABOUT SAANICH FORESTRY CENTRE

The Saanich Forestry Centre operation, established in 1964, is the start of everything Western does. The facility on East Saanich Road features seed orchards and a forest-seedling nursery; it produces on average 15 million seeds and 4 million seedlings annually. The seeds are used to grow Douglas fir, western red cedar, western hemlock, yellow cypress and Sitka spruce. The seedlings are used in Western’s operations around the coast.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that manufactures high-quality wood products and sustainably manages forests. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of B.C. and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering. Our large investment in manufacturing and progressive approach to safe and sustainable forestry practices ensures the health and prosperity of our business, forests and communities for generations to come.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Western Forest Products is hiring for a Maintenance Supervisor to join our Saltair Sawmill team based in Ladysmith, BC.

What You’ll Do:
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for providing day-to-day direction of the weekend maintenance team consisting of millwrights, electricians, sawfilers, welders, and laborers. Utilizing your expertise to maintain and improve the reliability of equipment, reduce downtime and maximize efficiencies. Working closely with all departments, you will be responsible for the organization and execution of corrective and preventative maintenance activities with the overall objective to drive improved equipment reliability and reduced overall maintenance costs.

Who You Are:
Our ideal candidate has 5 years of supervisory experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferably within a sawmill, and ideally holds a Red Seal ticket or is a Mechanical Engineer/Engineer in Training. You are a strong leader with experience supervising a team in a unionized environment, and you take pride in leading the maintenance function of an effective, productive, and safe sawmill. Growth opportunities are available to support your long-term career, and you will be exposed to reliability relevant project initiatives.

What We Offer:
• Salary range of $100,000 - $112,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience
• Annual incentive plan
• Pension plan contributions - WFP contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching required
• Extended health and dental benefits – WFP pays for 100% of the employee monthly premiums
• 3 weeks’ vacation to start
• Employee family assistance program
• Financial support for learning and development opportunities
Shifts: Thursday - Sunday day shifts.

Work Environment:
This role is to be performed in person at our Saltair Sawmill in Ladysmith, BC.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Directs unionized maintenance personnel and contractors to ensure that all equipment operates at its highest capability to meet required production schedules, quality and cost priorities;
• Hire, train, coach, mentor and manage performance of hourly maintenance employees, including providing leadership in safety and environmental stewardship by demonstrating and ensuring the adherence of company safety and sustainability processes and procedures;
• Support the analysis of downtime reports and other relevant metrics, identifies opportunities;
• Helps develop preventative maintenance schedules and processes that are cost effective and increase the availability as well as maximize the operational life of equipment, with the key objective to lower the overall cost of ownership;
• Supervise all maintenance activities and supports capital project delivery, with overall focus to improve safety and productivity and minimize downtime;
• Promotes pro-active maintenance practices by performing regular reviews of equipment in the field to determine overall operating performance and scheduling appropriate preventative maintenance to minimize downtime;
• Day to day balancing of planned maintenance as well as critical repairs to enable equipment productivity and minimize downtime;
• Assist purchasing department in optimizing part availability in the warehouse to minimize equipment downtime while balancing economic maintenance inventory management; and,
• Makes certain equipment repairs meet manufacturer’s specifications, WorkSafeBC regulations and/or Company standards.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Western Forest Products is hiring for an Operations Field Planner to join our TFL 6 Forest Operations team based in Port McNeill, BC.

What You’ll Do:
Reporting to the TFL Forester, the Operations Field Planner is responsible for field and office activities related to the engineering and development of road construction and harvest plans within TFL 6. The Operations Field Planners also work alongside our various forest operation departments who conduct our roadbuilding and harvesting. Working with a team of forest professionals, they play an important role in all aspects of forest operations planning while supporting an annual harvest

Who You Are:
This is a great opportunity for someone who has a degree or diploma in Forestry or Natural Resource Management and aspirations to obtain their RPF or RFT designation. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who demonstrates exceptional communications skills, is well organized, and has a proven ability to work in a team environment. You possess a basic understanding of operational forest management with a strong focus on improving safety, quality, and efficiency.

What We Offer:
• Salary range of $65,000 - $75,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience
• Annual incentive plan
• Pension plan contributions - WFP contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching required
• Extended health and dental benefits – WFP pays for 100% of the employee monthly premiums
• 3 weeks’ vacation to start
• Employee family assistance program
• Financial support for learning and development opportunities

Work Environment:
This role is to be performed in person at our TFL 6 Forest Operations in Port McNeill, BC.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Actively participate as part of the Forestry team in field activities related to engineering layout;
• Assist in the preparation of the various plans and assessments associated with cutblock development including: Site Plans, Harvest, Road, Silviculture and Deactivation Instructions, Cutting Permit Submissions, Road Permit Submissions and related engineering projects, and prepare other applications as necessary;
• Work alongside our production department to gain exposure to road construction, harvesting and other business aspects of the operation;
• Demonstrate adherence to company safety and environmental processes and procedures;
• Understand corporate financial goals and provide recommendations about effective and innovative strategies to drive project cost efficiencies;
• Follow and implement principles in support of sustainable, integrated resource management;
• Actively maintain mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations partners, Government agencies and both internal and external stakeholders.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Western Forest Products is hiring for an Operations Field Planner to join our Englewood Forest Operation based in Woss, BC.

What You’ll Do:
Reporting to the TFL Forester, the Operations Field Planner is responsible for field and office activities related to the engineering and development of road construction and harvest plans within TFL 37. The Operations Field Planners also work alongside our various Forest Operations Departments who conduct our roadbuilding and harvesting. Working with a team of Forest Professionals, they play an important role in all aspects of forest operations planning while supporting an annual harvest.

Who You Are:
This is a great opportunity for someone who has a degree or diploma in Forestry or Natural Resource Management and aspirations to obtain their RPF or RFT designation. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who demonstrates exceptional communications skills, is well organized, and has a proven ability to work in a team environment. You possess a basic understanding of operational forest management with a strong focus on improving safety, quality, and efficiency.

What We Offer:
• Salary range of $65,000 - $75,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience
• Annual incentive plan
• Pension plan contributions - WFP contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching required
• Extended health and dental benefits – WFP pays for 100% of the employee monthly premiums
• 3 weeks’ vacation to start
• Employee family assistance program
• Financial support for learning and development opportunities

Work Environment:
This role is to be performed in person at our Englewood Forest Operation.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Actively participate as part of the Forestry team in field activities related to engineering layout;
• Assist in the preparation of the various plans and assessments associated with cutblock development including: Site Plans, Harvest, Road, Silviculture and Deactivation Instructions, Cutting Permit Submissions, Road Permit Submissions and related engineering projects, and prepare other applications as necessary;
• Work alongside our production department to gain exposure to road construction, harvesting and other business aspects of the operation;
• Demonstrate adherence to company safety and environmental processes and procedures;
• Understand corporate financial goals and provide recommendations about effective and innovative strategies to drive project cost efficiencies;
• Follow and implement principles in support of sustainable, integrated resource management;
• Actively maintain mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations partners, Government agencies and both internal and external stakeholders.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

Full time year round work full benefits. Must have experience loading trucks.

Job Description
Job Title: Family Resource Coordinator
Work site: Courtenay/Campbell River
Program: Oasis, Headstart, 180 Degrees
JJEP Benchmark: Family Counsellor
Grid Level: Grid 14, Paraprofessional
Reports To: Program Manager

Summary
Provides primary supervisory and support services to families who provide residential services to youth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
• Develops and implements a multi-faceted plan to recruit family homes for John Howard programs, including Full Time Attendance programs and Alcohol and Drug programs.
• Trains and supervises family home resources.
• Prepares S.A.F.E. home studies for new carehomes.
• Provides primary support, information, and practical assistance through on-going consultation and in-home meetings.
• Provides assessment in developing a goal-focused case management plan based on the families’ strengths and concerns.
• Provides assistance and education in parenting skills, communication skills, anger management, conflict resolution, problem solving, attachment disorders, trauma, and transitions.
• Liaises with caregivers to ensure monthly invoices are prepared.
• Books and arranges respite placements for youth.
• Participates fully as a member of the case management team for each youth placed with families.
• Participates fully as a member and resource to advisory and screening committee.
• Provides youth and families, as required, opportunities to access community resources which will enable and encourage the youth to develop necessary education, personal, social and vocational skills.
• Responds to caregiver-initiated contact when problems or crises arise.
• Provides liaison with probation officers, social workers, and family members involved with the youth.
• Represents the agency in the community when required, and maintains healthy relationship with other helping organizations and the community at large.
• Completes reports and attends meetings as required by the agency and the Ministry for Children and Family Development.

This position includes a comprehensive 100% employer-paid benefit package, enrolment in our defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan), and three weeks of paid vacation.

Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada and at our organization on an ongoing basis.

The John Howard Society of North Island is an employment equity employer.

This position is open to applicants of all genders.

This position requires union membership and the completion of two criminal record checks.

All union JJEP/Paraprofessional positions are subject to wage grid levels. Positions begin at Step 1 and are increased to Steps 2 through 4 based on number of hours worked.

Diversity
The John Howard Society of North Island welcomes applications from all qualified applicants including but not limited by those of any gender, race, orientation, or disability. Multilingual skills and multicultural competence are assets.

Job Description
Job Title: Mental Health Counsellor – Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services

Work Site: Campbell River, Courtenay
Program: Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services
Benchmark: Clinical Counsellor
Grid Level: Grid 16, Paraprofessional
Reports to: Program Manager

Summary
The Mental Health Counsellor – YFPS provides assessment, treatment and crisis intervention to Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services clients.
The Mental Health Counsellor – YFPS will establish supportive and trusting relationships that reduce risk, and promote positive choices for adjudicated youth. Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services is responsible for providing court-ordered youth justice services to youth.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
To perform the job successfully the Mental Health Counsellor - YFPS must be able to perform consistently each essential duty satisfactorily. Other related duties may be assigned.
• Provides forensic assessment and treatment planning as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Provides individual, family, and group counselling using therapeutic modalities and tools that are aligned with the provincial Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services mandate.
• Provides general and specialized mental health counselling to youth and their families.
• Collaborates and consults with other service providers to design and administer forensic assessment and treatment services to youth and families.
• Maintains related records and statistics, and provides reports to the program manager.
• Prepares social histories and other reports as required under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
• Liaises with and/or promotes the interests of clients with other community service providers, professionals, and school personnel. Accompanies clients to meetings and appointments when necessary and appropriate.
• Participates in regular clinical consultation with the Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services manager and clinic coordinator.
• Performs other related duties as required.

This position includes a comprehensive 100% employer-paid benefit package, enrolment in our defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan), and three weeks of paid vacation.

Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada and at our organization on an ongoing basis.

The John Howard Society of North Island is an employment equity employer.

This position is open to applicants of all genders.

This position requires union membership and the completion of two criminal record checks.

All union JJEP/Paraprofessional positions are subject to wage grid levels. Positions begin at Step 1 and are increased to Steps 2 through 4 based on number of hours worked.

Diversity
The John Howard Society of North Island welcomes applications from

Job Description
Job Title: Youth and Family Counsellor - Foundry
Work site: Courtenay, Campbell River
Service Area Comox Valley and Campbell River
Program: Foundry
Benchmark: Integrated: Family Counsellor and Addictions Counsellor
Grid Level: Grid 14, Paraprofessional
Reports to: Program Manager

Summary
The Youth and Family Counsellor – Foundry provides assessment, counselling, referral, and follow up services to youth and families with challenges associated with mental health and/or substance use. The Youth and Family Counsellor – Foundry will provide single session brief walk in counselling services that reduce risk, promote positive choices for a healthier lifestyle, and support youth and family’s connection, stability, and attachment to community.

This program is part of an integrated service delivery model (Foundry) using ongoing collaboration with Primary Care, Youth and Family Substance Use Services, Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD), and other community partners and resources as needed.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
To perform the job successfully, the counsellor must be able to perform both the general and specific duties in a consistent and satisfactory manner. Other duties may be assigned.
- Provide single session brief solution focused counselling in a drop-in model centre.
- Provides individual, family, and group counselling using therapeutic techniques drawn from theoretical frameworks such as emotion focused family therapy (EFFT), brief solution-focused, narrative, motivational interviewing, client directed outcome informed, harm reduction or other best or promising practice.
- Establishes and maintains coordinated working relationships with other human service providers and caregivers.
- Provides crisis intervention and support to children, youth, and their families when required.
- Refers youth and their families as necessary to other services, residential programs, support groups, etc. Efforts are made to reduce or eliminate barriers for clients needing to use a resource. Provides follow-up and support in these situations when required.
- Maintains client records and provides statistics and reports as required.
- Participates in regular clinical consultation and supervision.

This position includes a comprehensive 100% employer-paid benefit package, enrolment in our defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan), and three weeks of paid vacation.

Please note this is a temporary position, covering a leave of absence that is estimated end approximately June 26, 2026.

Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada and at our organization on an ongoing basis.

The John Howard Society of North Island is an employment equity employer.

This position is open to applicants of all genders.

This position requires union membership and the completion of two criminal record checks.

All union JJEP/Paraprofessional positions are subject to wage grid levels. Positions begin at Step 1 and are increased to Steps 2 through 4 based on number of hours worked.

Diversity
The John Howard Society of North Island welcomes applications from all qualified applicants including but not limited by those of any gender, race, orientation, or disability. Multilingual skills and multicultural competence are assets.

Job Description
Job Title: Youth Counsellor - Full Time Attendance Programs (FTAP)

Work Site: Beech Street

Program: Full-Time Attendance Programs

JJEP Benchmark: Adult, Youth and/or Child Counsellor

Grid Level: Grid 14 Paraprofessional

Reports to: Program Manager

Summary
The Youth Counsellor – FTAP provides primary supervisory and support services to the youths participating in the Full-Time Attendance Programs. Responsible for organizing and monitoring youths’ individualized day programming.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
To perform the job successfully the Youth Counsellor – FTAP must be able to perform consistently each essential duty satisfactorily. Other related duties may be assigned.

- Builds and maintains a positive supportive relationship with youth in the program
- Participates fully as a member of the case management team for each youth placement
- Develops and implement intervention plans within program guidelines in consultation with other members of the case management team
- Provides individual and/or group programming aimed at addressing youth issues/needs such as communication skills, anger management, conflict resolution, and problem solving
- Provides youth with opportunities to access community resources as required
- Facilitates the self-development and skill development of youth by identifying, recruiting and developing appropriate resources, and supporting youth participation in developmental activities, i.e. life skills, work placement, academic study, community services
- Provides direct intervention with the youth when required
- Assists in personal hygiene and basic care
- Responsible for ongoing contact and liaison with probation officers who are involved with the youth
- Facilitates open communication within the case management team
- Contributes to regular reporting procedures, including ongoing case notes, incident reports, monthly progress summaries, and exit reports
- Attends meetings as required by John Howard and the Ministry of Children and Families
- Represents John Howard in the community when required by the agency and the Ministry
- Participates in managing/balancing on-site petty cash and youth work budgets

Salary Range:
$40.03 To $50.59 Hourly
Monday - Friday - casual on-call

Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada and at our organization on an ongoing basis.

The John Howard Society of North Island is an employment equity employer.

This position is open to applicants of all genders.

This position requires union membership and the completion of two criminal record checks.

All union JJEP/Paraprofessional positions are subject to wage grid levels. Positions begin at Step 1 and are increased to Steps 2 through 4 based on number of hours worked.

Diversity
The John Howard Society of North Island welcomes applications from all qualified applicants including but not limited by those of any gender, race, orientation, or disability. Multilingual skills and multicultural competence are assets.

CRNITS is recruiting a Women’s Support Worker to work at our various sites. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of this role. You will help deliver our programs by providing support, coaching and empowering our clients in a trauma informed framework.
Do you thrive in an environment where you can make a meaningful difference?

Job Profile

Job Summary:
The Women’s Support Worker is a member of the Campbell River
Transition Society team who provides supportive counselling, education,
information and referrals to women one on one and in group settings.

Job Duties:
Provide in-house facilitated group opportunities for resident women in
the areas of recreation, education, psycho-social-spiritual well being
▪ Plan and prepare for in-house groups
▪ Facilitate groups for resident women
▪ Bring in community professionals for educational groups
▪ Provide information and referrals
▪ Maintain confidentiality according to Policy and Procedures

Supportive Counselling;
▪ Receive crisis and support calls from clients in distress
▪ Intake of new non-resident client women
▪ Assess suitability to program
▪ Be non-judgmental in approach
▪ Provide emotional support to clients/residents in distress
▪ Assist with goal setting and follow through
▪ Provide information about abuse
▪ Make referrals to other resources
▪ Provide information about other resources and processes such as
legal or justice system
▪ Assist women in development of a safety plan
▪ Address relapse prevention with recovery clients
▪ Monitor client progress and report concerns to supervisor

Record Keeping;
▪ Maintain statistical information as directed
▪ Maintain accurate documentation in client files
▪ Maintain accurate and up to date records of group activities

Maintain AEH//EH/RH/WC environment;
▪ Create and maintain a safe, warm and trusting environment
▪ Maintain a clean environment of the facility you are working at
▪ Provide mediation between residents in conflict
▪ Facilitate resident meetings as needed
▪ Work cooperatively with other members of the team

Miscellaneous
▪ Abide by CRNITS code of ethics and philosophy
▪ Abide by CRNITS Policy and Procedures
▪ Maintain confidentiality according to Policy and Procedures
▪ Maintain current knowledge of issues related to the abuse of
women and children
▪ Advocate for clients
▪ Continue to upgrade skills through staff and professional
development
▪ Assist in orientation of new staff and training of practicum students
▪ Attend staff meetings regularly
▪ Provide childcare as needed
▪ Complete special projects as directed by the Manager
▪ Other related duties

Working Conditions
This position involves working in the transition house, women’s center,
2nd stage and 3rd stage housing with a transient clientele. It may also
include counselling, accompaniment and advocacy for women.

BENEFITS
As a casual your benefits will be:
• Casual dress
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company events
• Socially responsible and inclusive culture
• Competitive wage: $31.56 per hour plus 12.2% ($35.41 per hour)
• Shift premiums
As you grow in our organization you can look forward to:
• Dental Care
• Disability Insurance
• Extended Health Care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Municipal Pension

We’re looking for confident and considerate people to join our team of 9-1-1 Police Dispatchers at BC RCMP.

You have a great attitude and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done and serve your community.
You have excellent communication skills and a strong ability to multi-task.
You are well organized and have great attention to detail.
You have an outstanding work ethic and enjoy working in a large team environment.
If this sounds like you – we’d love to hear from you!

9-1-1 Police Dispatchers are the link between the public and the police. We play a vital role in connecting people seeking the help from BC RCMP during an emergency.

Connecting people in need of help in an emergency to BC RCMP is a vital role of the 9-1-1 Police Dispatcher.

Quite simply, 9-1-1 Police Dispatchers save lives. We are an integral part of the team of first responders.

We have a dedicated and hard-working team and we are looking for people who are seeking meaningful work.

Learn more about a day in the life of a 9-1-1 Police Dispatcher. Discover why our Police Dispatchers live their passion and love what they do.

Learn more about what we do.

Perks of working for BC RCMP:
Wonderful workplace culture
Career advancement and mobility opportunities
Competitive compensation package
Extended health and dental benefits for you and your family
Great maternity and parental benefits
Lifetime pension
Get paid while you train; continuing education
To join our team, start by signing up for a Career Presentation to discover if this is the right career for you.

We are seeking a Landscape Team Member who can assist with various landscaping tasks. While experience is preferred, we are willing to train the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:
- Perform lawn maintenance tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, and clean-ups.
- Operate and maintain landscaping equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assist with other landscaping tasks as needed, such as planting, mulching, and minor hardscaping.
- Ensure all work is completed to a high standard of quality and efficiency.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

What We Offer:
- Competitive wage (based on experience).
- Opportunity to gain valuable skills in the landscaping industry.
- Supportive, family-oriented work environment.
- If you’re interested in joining our experienced and hardworking team, apply today!

THE OPPORTUNITY
La-kwa sa muqw Forestry, a limited partnership between Western Forest Products and member First Nations of the Nanwakolas Council, is currently hiring for a TFL Forester to join our La-kwa sa muqw Forest Operation in Campbell River, BC.

What You’ll Do:
The TFL Forester plays a critical role in achieving operational and corporate goals including standardizing and coordinating WFP’s Forest Strategy in the areas of Stewardship, Silviculture, and Sustainable Forest Management; developing strategic planning and certification programs; and overseeing the First Nation Information Sharing Process. You will manage, train and coach all silviculture and planning employees and contractors at the operation.

Who You Are:
This is a great opportunity for an experienced RPF searching for a rewarding career where they can have a significant impact. We are looking for a strategic, innovative and creative leader with a strong sense of initiative and proven ability to lead a team with superior communication skills. You have strong knowledge of BC coastal silviculture and forest harvesting practices with a strong focus on improving safety and quality.

What We Offer:
- Salary range of $120,000 - $135,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience
- Annual incentive plan
- Pension plan contributions – La-kwa sa muqw contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching required
- Extended health and dental benefits – La-kwa sa muqw pays for 100% of the employee monthly premiums
- 4 weeks’ vacation to start
Employee family assistance program
Financial support for learning and development opportunities 
Work Environment: This role is to be performed in person at our La-kwa sa muqw Forest Operation in Campbell River, BC. 

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide leadership in safety and environmental stewardship by demonstrating and ensuring the adherence to company safety and sustainability processes and procedures;
- Oversees the development and implementation of plans, budgets and forecasts that support long term timber supply. This includes preparing annual harvest plans while achieving rapid attainment of green-up and free growing in support of improved harvest flexibility and a reduced silviculture provision balance, monitoring spending and reporting results including accounting for silviculture provision to ensure compliance with WFP’s financial policies and meeting Operations financial results;
- Manages and supervises Foresters, Planners and contractors at the operation; mentors resource professionals and upholds professional decision making and independence;
- Actively maintain current and potential mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations partners, Government agencies and public and private interest groups to support access to incremental fibre;
- Oversees the First Nations Information Sharing process to ensure continuity of the planning and harvesting process and compliance with legislated and legal requirements;
- Oversees the overall management of the Silviculture Program at the Operations level to ensure compliance with WFP’s legislated obligations and to maintain or enhance the value of Western’s tenures and land holdings;
- Responsible for the EMS and CSA or SFI Sustainable Forest Management processes at the Operation level to ensure alignment with WFP’s - Environmental Policy and the Timberlands EMS, CSA and SFI certifications;
- Support and peer review the various plans and assessments associated with cutblock development including: Site Plans, Harvest, Road, Silviculture and - Deactivation Instructions, Cutting Permit Submissions, Road Permit Submissions and related projects, and preparation of other applications as necessary; and,
- Implement and update the Forest Landscape Plan and Forest Operations Plan in collaboration with our First Nation partners

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.