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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 Contract Services Manager to join our La-kwa sa muqw Forest Operation in Campbell River, BC.
What You’ll Do:
The Contact Services Manager will be responsible for delivering overall production targets through the efficient management of the road construction and maintenance, harvest, and log sorting processes for our Mid Island Forest Operations. You will play an integral role in managing all contract road construction and stump to dump contractors in the operation.
Who You Are:
Our ideal candidate is someone with extensive knowledge and experience in Timberlands logging operations and planning, with a proven track record of successful contract supervision. We are looking for a self-motivated leader with a strong sense of initiative and ability to motivate teams and manage performance of Contractors. You are someone who doesn’t cut corners; you hold both yourself and others accountable and have a high standard for transparency around processes.
What We Offer:
Salary range of $110,000 - $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 Mid-Island Forest Operation in Campbell River, BC.
Application Information: The application period for this position will close at 11:59 PM (PST) on April 21, 2025. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications before this deadline.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for planning safe work performance and the achievement of departmental and operational goals;
Ensure the safe and effective management and supervision of Contractor hourly operations personnel including monitoring and assessing contractor employee performance and as necessary correcting and/or enforcing compliance with safety, environmental and workplace rules, regulations and operational requirements;
Ensure production schedules are met and product quality meets established standards within budgetary requirements;
Manage employee/labour relations matters as they occur and seek advice on same as deemed necessary;
Ensure open lines of communication between operations personnel and between Contractor and Company representatives;
Assist in the development and execution of harvesting plans;
Work with Contractor and Company personnel to effect positive change with respect to operational safety, quality and productivity;
Stay abreast of industry innovations and in general work towards the development of expert harvesting knowledge;
Other duties as required and assigned.
YOUR CAREER
La-kwa sa muqw Forestry is jointly owned and managed by Western Forest Products and member First Nations of Nanwakolas Council. At Western Forest Products and La-kwa sa muqw, 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.
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 Contract Services Manager to join our La-kwa sa muqw Forest Operation in Campbell River, BC.
What You’ll Do:
The Contact Services Manager will be responsible for delivering overall production targets through the efficient management of the road construction and maintenance, harvest, and log sorting processes for our Mid Island Forest Operations. You will play an integral role in managing all contract road construction and stump to dump contractors in the operation.
Who You Are:
Our ideal candidate is someone with extensive knowledge and experience in Timberlands logging operations and planning, with a proven track record of successful contract supervision. We are looking for a self-motivated leader with a strong sense of initiative and ability to motivate teams and manage performance of Contractors. You are someone who doesn’t cut corners; you hold both yourself and others accountable and have a high standard for transparency around processes.
What We Offer:
Salary range of $110,000 - $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 Mid-Island Forest Operation in Campbell River, BC.
Application Information: The application period for this position will close at 11:59 PM (PST) on April 21, 2025. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications before this deadline.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for planning safe work performance and the achievement of departmental and operational goals;
Ensure the safe and effective management and supervision of Contractor hourly operations personnel including monitoring and assessing contractor employee performance and as necessary correcting and/or enforcing compliance with safety, environmental and workplace rules, regulations and operational requirements;
Ensure production schedules are met and product quality meets established standards within budgetary requirements;
Manage employee/labour relations matters as they occur and seek advice on same as deemed necessary;
Ensure open lines of communication between operations personnel and between Contractor and Company representatives;
Assist in the development and execution of harvesting plans;
Work with Contractor and Company personnel to effect positive change with respect to operational safety, quality and productivity;
Stay abreast of industry innovations and in general work towards the development of expert harvesting knowledge;
Other duties as required and assigned.
YOUR CAREER
La-kwa sa muqw Forestry is jointly owned and managed by Western Forest Products and member First Nations of Nanwakolas Council. At Western Forest Products and La-kwa sa muqw, 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.
Qualifications & Experience
Education and Experience
-In-depth knowledge of planning and logging;
-10+ years’ experience in Timberlands operations;
-Proven track record of contract supervision;
-Registered with the ABCFP would be considered an asset;
-Experience in road construction; and,
-Experience in dryland sorting is considered an asset.
Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies
Proficient use of Microsoft Office products;
-In-depth knowledge of government regulations as they relate to timberlands and contract services;
-Excellent knowledge of health and safety programs and regulations;
-Knowledge of Labour Relations regulations;
-Strong leadership abilities;
-Excellent communication skills;
-Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain credibility;
-Ability to adopt and encourage innovative and strategic thinking; and
-Excellent problem solving skills to find solutions to complex problems.
-In-depth knowledge of planning and logging;
-10+ years’ experience in Timberlands operations;
-Proven track record of contract supervision;
-Registered with the ABCFP would be considered an asset;
-Experience in road construction; and,
-Experience in dryland sorting is considered an asset.
Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies
Proficient use of Microsoft Office products;
-In-depth knowledge of government regulations as they relate to timberlands and contract services;
-Excellent knowledge of health and safety programs and regulations;
-Knowledge of Labour Relations regulations;
-Strong leadership abilities;
-Excellent communication skills;
-Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain credibility;
-Ability to adopt and encourage innovative and strategic thinking; and
-Excellent problem solving skills to find solutions to complex problems.