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$65,000 - $75,000
) Details
THE OPPORTUNITY
Western Forest Products is hiring for an Operations Field Planner to join our Nootka Forest Operation located in Gold River, 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 our Nootka Forest Operation. The Operations Field Planners 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 Nootka Forest Operation based in Gold River, 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.
Qualifications & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
• 1-3 years of experience related to road and cutblock development in BC is an asset;
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Forestry or in Natural Resource Management, and;
• Current accreditation or eligible for accreditation, with the Forest Professionals British Columbia (RPF or RFT);
• Applicants with less than required experience and/or accreditation may be considered.
Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies
• Basic understanding and comprehension of Forest Management and Land Use Planning;
• Ability to work in a team environment and possess good communication skills;
• Basic working knowledge of legal regulations and requirements related to BC crown and private land forest operations;
• Experience with forestry software (LRM, Roadeng, etc.) as well as technology (i.e. LiDAR) would be considered an asset.
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$30.38 Hourly
) Details
THE OPPORTUNITY
Western is currently hiring for Sawmill Production Labourers to join our Ladysmith Sawmill Operation in Ladysmith, BC!
What We Offer:
• Unionized wage rate of $30.38/hour
• Hourly shift premiums of $0.60 per hour for shifts outside the regular day shift
• Health and dental benefits and pension provided through the union
• A safe work environment
• On-the-job training; and
• Opportunities for growth and a long-term career
Shifts: Monday to Friday – a variety of day, afternoon and night shifts (must be willing to work all these shifts).
These positions are 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 B.C. 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
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
• Previous experience in a safety-sensitive environment (trades-related or industrial) is preferred, though not required. We are willing to train individuals who demonstrate a strong work ethic and eagerness to learn;
• First Aid/WHMIS certification is an asset, with preference given to candidates who hold OFA 3.
Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies
• You have an excellent and demonstrated commitment to safety;
• A strong work ethic with willingness to lend a helping hand when needed;
• Accountable and dependable;
• Able to prioritize work;
• Demonstrated ability to work both as part of a team and with minimal supervision; and,
• A desire to participate in an organization committed to continuous improvement.
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The Fraternal Order of Eagles is an international non-profit organization uniting fraternally in the spirit of liberty, truth, justice, and equality, to make human life more desirable by lessening its ills and promoting peace, prosperity, gladness and hope.
The Campbell River Fraternal Order of Eagles 3097 is currently looking to hire a
full-time Complex/Bar Manager.
Responsibilities:
Bar Manager:
• Management of Financial Resources to create and monitor budgets for various operational areas, including staffing, inventory and marketing
• Leadership to recruit and train staff on customer service best practices and ensure standards are maintained
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of a bar
• Set staff work schedules and monitor staff performance
• Resolve customer complaints and ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Monitor inventory levels and place orders to replenish stock
Complex Manager:
• Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained
• Plan, administer, and control budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies
• Respond to issues that relates to the building's operations
• Supervise employees and provide staff with updates on building processes, protocols, upcoming projects and building improvements
• Provide minor building maintenance as required
Qualifications & Experience
• 2+ years' experience management experience considered an asset
• Serving It Right
• Foodsafe
• Some bookkeeping experience
• Basic Microsoft office Experience
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We value drivers who take pride in their work and represent our company professionally. If you're dependable and want to be a part of a respected island trucking operation, we'd like to hear from you.
-competitive hourly wage (based on experience)
-supportive small-team environment
Qualifications & Experience
-valid class 1 license (BC)
-professional, punctual and customer focused
-confident and competent in reversing and positioning equipment safely.
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$35/hr
) Details
Horticulturists/Lead Gardener is responsible for overseeing day-to-day garden maintenance and installation work while leading a small crew on residential and commercial properties. This role combines horticultural knowledge with hands-on work, leadership and client interaction. The Lead Gardener ensures work is completed to a high standard, on schedule and in line with company values and safety practices. This job is looking for a sub contractor
Duties:
· Lead and work alongside a gardening crew on daily job sites
· Perform hands-on garden maintenance including weeding, pruning, planting, mulching, and hedge trimming
· Ensure proper horticultural practices are followed (plant care, pruning techniques, seasonal timing)
· Assign tasks, set the pace for the crew and
· Perform hands-on garden maintenance including weeding, pruning, planting ,mulching and hedge trimming
· Ensure proper horticultural practices are followed (plant care, pruning techniques, seasonal timing)
· Assign tasks, set the pace for the crew and maintain productivity
· Conduct quality control and final walk-throughs of completed work
· Communicate professionally with clients regarding scope of work, site conditions and recommendations
· Identify plant health issues, maintenance needs or improvement opportunities
· Ensure tools, equipment and job sites are kept clean, safe and organized
· Train, support and mentor junior gardeners
· Follow and enforce company safety standards and procedures
Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications:
· 2+ years of professional gardening or landscaping experience (leadership experience preferred)
· Strong knowledge of plant care, pruning and seasonal garden maintenance
· Ability to lead by example and work physically alongside the team
· Good communication and problem-solving skills
· Reliable, punctual and detail-oriented
· Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
· Ability to lift, bend, kneel and perform physical labor throughout the day
· Valid driver's license and ability to drive a manual vehicle with a small trailer
Ideal Candidate Traits:
· Takes pride in high-quality work and well-maintained gardens
· Calm, organized, and confident leading others
· Takes pride in high-quality work and well-maintained gardens
· Calm, organized, and confident leading others
· Client-focused and respectful on job sites
· Interested in growing with the company and taking on more responsibility
· Positive attitude and strong work ethic
If you think you've got the right attitude and the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Join us in creating beautiful outdoor spaces for our clients!
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$66,000 - $77,000
) Details
We are growing & need to add a Legislative Clerk (LC) to our team of professionals. The LC supports governance & legislative functions of KCFN. He or she provides impartial procedural, administrative, & records management support to the Legislature, Executive, Committees, & People’s Assembly. Reporting directly to the Legislature, this role safeguards the integrity of legislative processes, ensures accurate and transparent records, & provides guidance on rules of order & governance procedures. The LC acts as a neutral & trusted resource, upholding accountability, transparency, & cultural respect across all governance activities.
What’s in it for you? We offer a competitive wage, opportunities to grow & develop, a fantastic health benefits program, an attractive pension plan, & plenty of time off for a healthy work-like balance! Sound interesting? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Please note: This role is based out of the Houpsitas/Kyuquot.
The duties/tasks/responsibilities of the LC include (but are not limited to):
• Provide procedural & admin support to Legislature, Executive, Committees, People’s Assembly meetings
• Advise Chairs & members on rules of order, legislative procedures, & interpretation
• Attend meetings, prepare agendas, record accurate minutes, & maintain official records
• Draft/process legislation, motions, resolutions, notices, enactments
• Administer oaths/certify legislation
• Maintain legislative registries, records, public access to approved laws/decisions
• Support Administrative Decisions Reviews & Access to Information requests
• Safeguard official government records, disclosures, KCFN government seal
• Prepare reports for public hearings & annual legislative reporting
• Perform other duties as assigned by Legislature
Qualifications & Experience
• Diploma, degree, or certificate in legal/paralegal studies, public administration, or related field - preferred
• Minimum 3 yrs experience in legislative, legal, governance, or senior administrative support roles
• Knowledge of Indigenous self-governing systems, governance structures, & cultural protocols
• Strong understanding of legislative processes, rules of order, & formal decision-making environments
• Proven experience preparing agendas, minutes, & maintaining official records
• Excellent organizational, drafting, & attention-to-detail skills
• Strong written/verbal communications & interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Office 365 & records management systems
• Ability & willingness to travel locally/regionally
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, acceptable driver’s abstract
• Able to provide an acceptable police information/security check
• Participate in any required training & compliance requirements
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$32.48/Hour
) Details
School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdax̌ ʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K’ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.
Position: Temporary Bus Driver (Courier)
Posting Number: 25-BUS-001
Term of Employment: Temporary (ASAP to June 27, 2025, or return of incumbent)
Hours/Day/FTE: 8 Hours/Day
Wage/Salary: $32.48/Hour
Join our Team
School District 72 is looking for a Temporary Bus Driver (Courier) to join our team of professionals. This position provides transportation services for students travelling from Sayward to Campbell River in the morning and Campbell River to Sayward in the afternoon and conducts courier services during the day between routes.
School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.
The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.
About the Role:
The Bus Driver (Courier) position will operate a school bus in accordance with the BC Motor Vehicle Act Regulations and School District Policy, to transport students and staff within the district, and on field trips. This is a split shift 8-hour driving position, part a.m. and part p.m., and will include school deliveries and other related duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor and/or School Administrator. This position supports the Sayward to Campbell River route.
Specific Responsibilities
· Carries out all aspects of bus driving work.
· Provides a suitable safe environment for students on the bus.
· Ensures the vehicle is maintained in safe condition.
· Practices good driving habits and defensive driving at all times.
· Directs and monitors students to ensure compliance with safe loading, riding and unloading procedures, particularly for those with special needs or prone to violent behaviour.
· Advises parents, teachers and school administrators regarding student behavior and discipline.
· Maintains a positive working relationship with school administration, parents, staff, and students.
· Responsible for cleaning and minor maintenance of buses.
· Assists skilled mechanics and completes general related duties.
· Works from oral and/or written instruction and to established procedures including but not limited to the SD72 School Bus Driver’s Manual.
· Participates in continued professional development opportunities as offered by SD72.
· Other related duties as assigned.
Contribute to Our Success
The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for 2024-2028 that prioritized the following:
· Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
· Student-Centred Learning Environments
· Evolving for Tomorrow
The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:
· Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
· Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
· Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.
Join Our Community
Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.
Experience the Benefits of SD72
· Professional development and growth opportunities.
· The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
· Progressive leadership team.
· Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.
Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 723 along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.
Employment Equity
School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.
Qualifications & Experience
Bring your Expertise
· Minimum of 1,000 hours of recent experience in bus driving.
· Possess a current valid BC Drivers’ License, Class 2, with airbrake endorsement.
· Have a clear understanding of bus driving functions, procedures, and equipment.
· Ability to speak, read, and write English.
· Be physically capable of performing all facets of bus driving.