Skip to main content
/ hour (
$52.97 Hourly
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY Western Forest Products is currently seeking 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 $52.97 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: This position is currently on a 5x2 afternoon shift, 5 days on and 2 days off, 8 hours per day. 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.
Qualifications & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience • Must be fully ticketed Red Seal HD Mechanic; • All applicants must have a valid BC driver's license and be able to provide a driver's abstract; • Preference may be given to the applicant holding a valid OFA Level 3 Certificate. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Preference will be given to those with experience in west coast logging equipment (Yarders, Log Loaders & Hydraulic Log Loaders); • Highly developed machine diagnostic and repair skills are a benefit; • Must be a self-starter and be able to work with minimal supervision; • Excellent safety record and strong work ethic.
/ hour (
$43.68 Hourly
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY Western Forest Products is currently hiring for a fully qualified Hydraulic Log Loader Operator to join our TFL 6 Jeune Landing Forest Operation located in Port Alice, BC. What We Offer: • United Steel Worker (USW) union wage rate of $43.68 • Health & Dental Benefits provided through the union • Pension plan provided through the union • A safe work environment Shifts: This position is currently on a 5x2 shift, 5 days on 2 days off. 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.
Qualifications & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience • Fully qualified Log Loader Operator with minimum 2 years of experience in BC Coastal Logging; • All applicants must have a valid BC driver's license and be able to provide a driver's abstract; • Preference may be given to the applicant holding a valid OFA Level 3 Certificate. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Proven proficiency in both loading and hoe chucking; • Excellent safety record and strong work ethic; • Accountable and dependable.
/ hour (
$44.91 Hourly
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY Western Forest Products is currently seeking a fully qualified Grapple Yarder Hooktender to join our Englewood Forest Operation located in Woss, BC. What We Offer: • United Steel Worker (USW) union wage rate of $44.91 • Health & Dental Benefits provided through the union • Pension plan provided through the union • A safe work environment Shifts: This position is currently on a 5x2 shift, 5 days on and 2 days off, 8 hours per day. 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.
Qualifications & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience • Fully qualified in all aspects of the job with minimum 2 years of experience in BC Coastal Logging; • Preference may be given to applicants holding a valid Intermediate First Aid certificate. Successful applicants who do not currently hold this certification must be willing to obtain it. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Excellent safety record and strong work ethic; • Highly motivated team player with excellent time management skills; • Creative and innovative thinking; • Logical problem solving; • Accountable and dependable; • Demonstrated ability to work both as part of a team and with minimal supervision.
/ hour (
$125,000.00-$145,000.00
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY Western Forest Products is hiring for a General Foreman to join our Englewood Forest Operation team based in Woss, BC. What You’ll Do: The General Foreman is responsible for delivering Company harvest volumes in a manner that support the Company’s safety, sustainability, production, and financial goals. The General Foreman is a key field based management and execution role across all production phases and is responsible for the safe and efficient coordination of Company employees and phase contractors. Who You Are: This is a great opportunity for an experienced leader with 10+ years’ experience in Forestry Operations, working across all phases of harvesting operations. You are an expert at coastal harvesting activities and all applicable safety and environmental regulations. This role has a strong focus on financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting, so experience in these areas is a requirement. What We Offer: • Salary range of $125,000 - $145,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience • Annual incentive plan • Pension plan contributions - Western contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching required • Extended health and dental benefits – Western 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 Englewood Forest Operation in Woss, BC. RESPONSIBILITIES • Efficiently manages and coordinates woods operations to ensure timely and targeted delivery of the annual harvest as forecasted to maximize margin for the company; • Provides supervision and coordination across all phases of Company harvesting operations (Roadbuilding, Falling, Yarding, Loading and Hauling), building quality requirements into each phase; • Works closely with the Operations Planning team to ensure necessary permits and approvals are obtained and ensures robust plans are in place and are achievable to meet environmental standards and goals of the operation; • Working closely with the Maintenance Supervisor, ensures all maintenance projects are coordinated to ensure minimal downtime; • Ensures safety, quality, environmental, provincial and federal legislation compliance across all phases of the operation, holding staff and contractors accountable for adhering to Company procedures and operating standards; • Hires, trains, coaches and manages the performance of hourly and salaried staff as well as contractors; • Assists with the management of the USW relationship and other key relationships and contractual obligations; • Maintaining positive relationships with contractors while providing oversight and management of those employed, including Road Construction and Maintenance Contractors within Company operations, Falling Phase Contractors, and Heli Operations; • Work closely with the Operations Manager, Maintenance Manager, Operations Planner and Finance to ensure all operational decisions are based on sound financial analytics; • Support the establishment and ongoing improvement of production phase metrics; • Review costs and metrics and utilizes financial data to improve efficiency; • Oversee inventories, ensuring optimal levels are maintained; • Purchasing of materials required for harvesting operations; • Make recommendations on capital investment opportunities and oversee project implementation in order to provide greatest return to the company; and • Recommend effective and innovative strategies for the financial well-being of the Operation. 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 • 10 + years of experience in Forestry Operations in progressively responsible roles; • Experience working across all phases of harvesting operations; • High School diploma or higher; university degree or diploma is considered an asset. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Commitment to Western’s core values of personal safety, sustainable management, and environmental stewardship; • High level of integrity and professionalism; • Excellent leadership, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills; • Ability to motivate and engage staff and hourly employees to perform at a higher standard; • Expert knowledge of the full scope of coastal harvesting activities and all applicable safety and environmental regulations; • Excellent working knowledge of applicable Forestry legislation, WorkSafe, and Employment Standards regulations applicable to the logging industry; • Demonstrated strong analytical, problem solving and logical thinking skills; • Understanding of financial reports, forecasting and budgeting; and • Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset.
/ hour (
$87,000.00 - $125,000.00
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY Western Forest Products is hiring for an Operations Forester/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 Forester/Planner is responsible for all activities related to the engineering and development of road construction and harvest plans within TFL 6. Working with a team of Forest Professionals, they play a crucial role in leading all aspects of forest operations planning. Who You Are: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced RPF or RFT searching for a rewarding career where they can have a significant impact. 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 deep understanding of operational forest management with a strong focus on improving safety, quality, and efficiency. What We Offer: • Salary range of $87,000 - $125,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience • Annual incentive plan • Pension plan contributions - Western contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching required • Extended health and dental benefits – Western 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 • Provide safety leadership and direction by guiding safety improvement and ensuring adherence to Company safety policies; • Support environmental sustainability and sound forest stewardship alongside Company certification systems; • Lead daily engineering and planning activities of salaried employees and contractors with a focus on training and development; • Support the development of annual road construction and production plans while acting as a key liaison between the operations planning group and production Managers and Supervisors; • Coordinate all planning activities to secure road and cutting permits required for the annual timber harvest of the operation; • Actively maintain mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations partners, Government agencies and both internal and external stakeholders; • Recommend innovative strategies to reduce cost and maximize margin across the operation. 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 • 5-7 years of experience in operations planning with increasingly responsible roles; • Post-secondary degree in Forestry or related degree in Natural Resource Management, and; • Current accreditation with the Association of BC Forest Professionals (RPF); • Applicants with less than required experience and/or accreditation may be considered. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Excellent understanding and comprehension of Forest Management and Land Use Planning; • Proven ability to work in a team environment with good communication skills and an ability to speak confidently in a public setting; • Good working knowledge of legislation, regulations and requirements related to BC crown and private land forest operations.
/ hour (
$100,000.00-$120,000.00
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (LKSM) is seeking a Production Supervisor (Woods) to join our team in Campbell River, BC. This position offers the chance to contribute to a progressive organization committed to responsible forest management, with strong values in safety and sustainability. What You’ll Do: The Production Supervisor (Woods) is responsible for delivering overall production targets through the efficient management of the wood flow process. The individual is dedicated to sound business practices and compliance with applicable laws and regulations, resulting in improved safety and environment performance, efficiency, quality, and profitability, as measured by Production Phase metrics. Who You Are: Our ideal candidate comes with over 5 years of experience in coastal logging. You are confident, a natural solution seeker, and can manage both employees and projects in a professional manner. As an integral member of the operation, you find joy and pride in ensuring the full cycle wood flow is run in an efficient, safe, and financially sound manner. Willing to train the right candidate for this position. What We Offer: • Salary range of $100,000 - $120,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience • Annual incentive plan • Pension plan contributions – LKSM contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching required • Extended health and dental benefits – LKSM 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 La-kwa sa muqw Forest Operation in Campbell River, BC. RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide leadership in safety and environmental stewardship by demonstrating and ensuring the adherence of Company safety and sustainability processes and procedures; • Support the establishment and ongoing improvement of production phase metrics; • Control inventory, recommend effective strategies for the financial well-being of the Operation; • Provide leadership and direction to improve safety and environmental performance, reduce operational costs, and drive efficiencies with Company hourly employees and contractors; • Supervision of company USW hourly employees and contractors, ensuring safe work performance and the achievement of production goals while following safety, environmental and operational policies, procedures and regulations; • Hire, train, coach and manage performance of hourly employees and contractors; • Oversight and coordination of end-to-end wood flow process to ensure daily production targets are met. This includes: • Safe and efficient yarding plans; • Coordination and optimization of loading of fibre; • Coordination and optimization of hauling activities; • Ensuring Company processing specifications and sorting plans are adhered to and value is maximized; • Responsible for ensuring that operations are conducted within the standards of the Environmental Management System; and • Work in partnership with the General Foreman and other Production Supervisors to ensure efficient fibre flow. YOUR CAREER At LKSM, people are the foundation of success. Team members are offered dynamic career opportunities and the chance to collaborate with respected professionals across the forestry industry, all while pursuing individual growth and professional development. LKSM provides competitive total rewards - including compensation, benefits, and recognition - as well as diverse on-the-job training and continuing education, ensuring everyone has the support and skills to thrive. LA-KWA SA MUQW OVERVIEW La-kwa sa muqw Forestry LP (LKSM) is an innovative forestry partnership jointly owned by Tlowitsis, We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum and K’ómoks First Nations, and Western Forest Products Inc. LKSM is dedicated to expanding economic opportunities, and meaningful participation of Indigenous communities in British Columbia’s forestry sector. The name for the Partnership, La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) means ‘the wood of four’ in the Kwak̓wala language. The operations of the Partnership cover approximately 157,000 hectares of forest land in the traditional territories of the Nations near the communities of Campbell River and Sayward on eastern Vancouver Island. The Partnership manages an allowable annual cut of 904,540 cubic metres of timber and includes a long-term fibre agreement to support Western’s British Columbia coastal manufacturing operations. The partnership maintains industry-leading safety standards and is proudly certified under the CAN/CSA Z809-16 Sustainable Forest Management Standard.
Qualifications & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience • 5 - 7 years of experience in forestry operations in increasingly responsible roles; • High School diploma or higher; • Familiar with unionized work environment; • Working knowledge of high lead and ground base yarding systems. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Commitment to La-kwa sa muqw’s core values of personal safety, sustainable management, and environmental stewardship; • High level of integrity and professionalism; • Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills; • Ability to motivate and engage hourly employees to perform at a higher standard; • Knowledge of logging processes; • Demonstrated strong analytical, problem solving, and logical thinking skills; and • Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset.
/ hour (
$44.91 Hourly
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (LKSM), is seeking a fully qualified Grapple Yarder Hooktender to join our team in Menzies Bay, BC. This position offers the chance to contribute to a progressive organization committed to responsible forest management, with strong values in safety and sustainability. What We Offer: • United Steel Worker (USW) union wage rate of $44.91 • Health & Dental Benefits provided through the union • Pension plan provided through the union • A safe work environment Shifts: This position is currently on a 5x2 shift, 5 days on and 2 days off, 8 hours per day. This role is considered safety sensitive; all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test. YOUR CAREER At LKSM, people are the foundation of success. Team members are offered dynamic career opportunities and the chance to collaborate with respected professionals across the forestry industry, all while pursuing individual growth and professional development. LKSM provides competitive total rewards - including compensation, benefits, and recognition - as well as diverse on-the-job training and continuing education, ensuring everyone has the support and skills to thrive. LA-KWA SA MUQW OVERVIEW La-kwa sa muqw Forestry LP (LKSM) is an innovative forestry partnership jointly owned by Tlowitsis, We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum and K’ómoks First Nations, and Western Forest Products Inc. LKSM is dedicated to expanding economic opportunities, and meaningful participation of Indigenous communities in British Columbia’s forestry sector. The name for the Partnership, La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) means ‘the wood of four’ in the Kwak̓wala language. The operations of the Partnership cover approximately 157,000 hectares of forest land in the traditional territories of the Nations near the communities of Campbell River and Sayward on eastern Vancouver Island. The Partnership manages an allowable annual cut of 904,540 cubic metres of timber and includes a long-term fibre agreement to support Western’s British Columbia coastal manufacturing operations. The partnership maintains industry-leading safety standards and is proudly certified under the CAN/CSA Z809-16 Sustainable Forest Management Standard.
Qualifications & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience • Fully qualified in all aspects of the job with minimum 2 years of experience in BC Coastal Logging; • Preference may be given to applicants holding a valid Advanced First Aid certificate. Successful applicants who do not currently hold at least an Intermediate First Aid certification must be willing to obtain it. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Excellent safety record and strong work ethic; • Highly motivated team player with excellent time management skills; • Creative and innovative thinking; • Logical problem solving; • Accountable and dependable; • Demonstrated ability to work both as part of a team and with minimal supervision.
/ hour (
$43.68 Hourly
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (LKSM), is seeking a fully qualified 980 Wheel Loader Operator to join our team at our Kelsey Bay Dryland Sort in Sayward, BC. These positions offer the chance to contribute to a progressive organization committed to responsible forest management, with strong values in safety and sustainability. What We Offer: • United Steel Worker (USW) union wage rate of $43.68 • Health & Dental Benefits provided through the union • Pension plan provided through the union • A safe work environment Shifts: This position is currently on a 6x3 Day shift, 6 days on and 3 days off, 8.6 hours per day. This role is considered safety sensitive; all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test. YOUR CAREER At LKSM, people are the foundation of success. Team members are offered dynamic career opportunities and the chance to collaborate with respected professionals across the forestry industry, all while pursuing individual growth and professional development. LKSM provides competitive total rewards - including compensation, benefits, and recognition - as well as diverse on-the-job training and continuing education, ensuring everyone has the support and skills to thrive. LA-KWA SA MUQW OVERVIEW La-kwa sa muqw Forestry LP (LKSM) is an innovative forestry partnership jointly owned by Tlowitsis, We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum and K’ómoks First Nations, and Western Forest Products Inc. LKSM is dedicated to expanding economic opportunities, and meaningful participation of Indigenous communities in British Columbia’s forestry sector. The name for the Partnership, La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) means ‘the wood of four’ in the Kwak̓wala language. The operations of the Partnership cover approximately 157,000 hectares of forest land in the traditional territories of the Nations near the communities of Campbell River and Sayward on eastern Vancouver Island. The Partnership manages an allowable annual cut of 904,540 cubic metres of timber and includes a long-term fibre agreement to support Western’s British Columbia coastal manufacturing operations. The partnership maintains industry-leading safety standards and is proudly certified under the CAN/CSA Z809-16 Sustainable Forest Management Standard.
Qualifications & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience • Fully qualified 980 Operator with minimum 2 years of experience in BC Coastal Logging; • All applicants must have a valid BC driver's license and be able to provide a driver's abstract; • Preference may be given to applicants holding a valid Immediate First Aid certificate. Successful applicants who do not currently hold this certification must be willing to obtain it. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Excellent safety record and strong work ethic; • Accountable and dependable.
/ hour (
$40.32 Hourly
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (LKSM), is seeking a fully qualified Head Boom Person to join our team in Kelsey Bay, BC. This position offers the chance to contribute to a progressive organization committed to responsible forest management, with strong values in safety and sustainability. What We Offer: • United Steel Worker (USW) union wage rate of $40.32 • Health & Dental Benefits provided through the union • Pension plan provided through the union • A safe work environment *$3,000 Signing Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available* Shifts: This position is currently on a 6x3 shift, 6 days on and 3 days off, 8.6 hours per day. Overtime may be required based on the operational needs of the business. This role is considered safety sensitive; all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test. RESPONSIBILITIES • Strip boomstick booms, and sort boomsticks (good, culls or shorts); • Inspect gear – remove gear that is worn and place on appropriate float for removal; • Operate a boom boat to sort bundles by sort identification tags or paint into the appropriate alleys; and • Swifter booms prior to towing destination. • Excellent safety record and strong work ethic. YOUR CAREER At LKSM, people are the foundation of success. Team members are offered dynamic career opportunities and the chance to collaborate with respected professionals across the forestry industry, all while pursuing individual growth and professional development. LKSM provides competitive total rewards - including compensation, benefits, and recognition - as well as diverse on-the-job training and continuing education, ensuring everyone has the support and skills to thrive. LA-KWA SA MUQW OVERVIEW La-kwa sa muqw Forestry LP (LKSM) is an innovative forestry partnership jointly owned by Tlowitsis, We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum and K’ómoks First Nations, and Western Forest Products Inc. LKSM is dedicated to expanding economic opportunities, and meaningful participation of Indigenous communities in British Columbia’s forestry sector. The name for the Partnership, La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) means ‘the wood of four’ in the Kwak̓wala language. The operations of the Partnership cover approximately 157,000 hectares of forest land in the traditional territories of the Nations near the communities of Campbell River and Sayward on eastern Vancouver Island. The Partnership manages an allowable annual cut of 904,540 cubic metres of timber and includes a long-term fibre agreement to support Western’s British Columbia coastal manufacturing operations. The partnership maintains industry-leading safety standards and is proudly certified under the CAN/CSA Z809-16 Sustainable Forest Management Standard.
Qualifications & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience • Fully qualified in all aspects of the job with minimum 2 years of experience in BC Coastal Logging; and • A valid Intermediate First Aid certificate is required. Preference may be given to applicants with a valid Advanced First Aid certificate. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Experience in stowing bundles, swifter, running auger, building stiff legs and standing booms/ building sets is required;
/ hour (
$43.68 Hourly
)
Details
THE OPPORTUNITY La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (LKSM), is seeking a fully qualified Log Loader Operator - Dryland Sort (Sorter/Juicer Operator) to join our team in Kelsey Bay, BC. This position offers the chance to contribute to a progressive organization committed to responsible forest management, with strong values in safety and sustainability. What We Offer: • United Steel Worker (USW) union wage rate of $43.68 • Health & Dental Benefits provided through the union • Pension plan provided through the union • A safe work environment Shifts: This position is currently on a 6x3 shift, 6 days on and 3 days off, 8.6 hours per day. Overtime may be required based on the operational needs of the business This role is considered safety sensitive; all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test. YOUR CAREER At LKSM, people are the foundation of success. Team members are offered dynamic career opportunities and the chance to collaborate with respected professionals across the forestry industry, all while pursuing individual growth and professional development. LKSM provides competitive total rewards - including compensation, benefits, and recognition - as well as diverse on-the-job training and continuing education, ensuring everyone has the support and skills to thrive. LA-KWA SA MUQW OVERVIEW La-kwa sa muqw Forestry LP (LKSM) is an innovative forestry partnership jointly owned by Tlowitsis, We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum and K’ómoks First Nations, and Western Forest Products Inc. LKSM is dedicated to expanding economic opportunities, and meaningful participation of Indigenous communities in British Columbia’s forestry sector. The name for the Partnership, La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) means ‘the wood of four’ in the Kwak̓wala language. The operations of the Partnership cover approximately 157,000 hectares of forest land in the traditional territories of the Nations near the communities of Campbell River and Sayward on eastern Vancouver Island. The Partnership manages an allowable annual cut of 904,540 cubic metres of timber and includes a long-term fibre agreement to support Western’s British Columbia coastal manufacturing operations. The partnership maintains industry-leading safety standards and is proudly certified under the CAN/CSA Z809-16 Sustainable Forest Management Standard.
Qualifications & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience • Fully qualified in all aspects of the job with minimum 2 years of experience in BC Coastal Logging; • A Valid Driver’s license; and • A valid Intermediate First Aid certificate is required. Preference may be given to applicants with a valid Advanced First Aid certificate. Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies • Experience operating other equipment such as Wheel Loader and Stacker/Wagner is required; • Excellent safety record and strong work ethic.