/ hour (
$100,000 - $112,000
) Details
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.
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.
Qualifications & Experience
Education and Experience
-Minimum 5 years’ supervisory experience in a similar role;
-5+ years sawmill, maintenance, and manufacturing experience is preferred; and
-Red Seal Millwright, Machinist, Electrical ticket or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred.
Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies
-Strong knowledge and understanding of maintenance strategies and methodologies;
-Self-starter who leads with integrity while maintaining a respectful and safe working environment;
-Experience dealing with a unionized workforce and collective agreements;
-Experience working with a computerized maintenance management systems;
-Strong interpersonal relationship and communication skills;
-Highly organized and able to prioritize work; and,
-Strong safety background.
-Minimum 5 years’ supervisory experience in a similar role;
-5+ years sawmill, maintenance, and manufacturing experience is preferred; and
-Red Seal Millwright, Machinist, Electrical ticket or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred.
Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies
-Strong knowledge and understanding of maintenance strategies and methodologies;
-Self-starter who leads with integrity while maintaining a respectful and safe working environment;
-Experience dealing with a unionized workforce and collective agreements;
-Experience working with a computerized maintenance management systems;
-Strong interpersonal relationship and communication skills;
-Highly organized and able to prioritize work; and,
-Strong safety background.
/ hour (
$135,000.00-$160,000.00
) Details
THE OPPORTUNITY
Western Forest Products is hiring for an Operations Manager to join our Nootka Forest Operation team based in Gold River, BC.
What You’ll Do:
The Operations Manager is responsible for delivering operational results that support the Company’s safety, sustainability, production, and financial goals. They work closely with the contract principle and their management. The Operations Manager is dedicated to sound business practices and compliance with applicable laws and regulations, resulting in improved safety, efficiency, quality, and profitability, as measured by operational metrics and corporate goals.
Who You Are:
This is a great opportunity for a demonstrated leader with 10+ years’ experience in Timberlands/Woodlands operations in increasingly responsible roles. You have expert knowledge of timber harvesting and forest management practices and are committed to promoting a safe workplace. The ideal candidate has business and financial acumen, proven experience motivating and engaging staff, and a desire to work collaboratively with government, first nations and other stakeholders to achieve business goals.
What We Offer:
-Salary range of $135,000 - $160,000 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
-4 weeks’ vacation to start
-Company vehicle provided (reasonable personal use included as a taxable benefit)
-Employee family assistance program
-Financial support for learning and development opportunities
Work Environment: This role is to be performed primarily in person at our Nootka Forest Operation in Gold River, BC and may require travel.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety and Environmental Performance
-Provide leadership in safety and environmental stewardship by demonstrating and ensuring the adherence of company and regulatory safety requirements and sustainability processes and procedures.
Financial Performance and Leadership
-Responsible for the P&L of the Operation, including achievement of operational metrics and corporate goals;
-Responsible for the financial budget and production forecasting;
-Lead the creation of an ongoing improvement of production phase metrics;
-Work closely with Finance to ensure all operational decisions are based on sound financial analytics;
-Review financial statements and metrics;
-Manage inventory targets across the operation, ensuring optimal levels are maintained;
-Identify capital investment opportunities and oversee project implementation in order to provide greatest return to the company; and
-Recommend effective strategies for the financial well-being of the Operation.
Operations
-Oversight and management of contractors employed, including but not limited to: Stump to Dump contractor(s), Road construction and maintenance contractor(s), Logging phase contractor(s);
-Contract rate negotiations and rate modelling;
-Maintain positive relationships with contractors, ensuring contractor performance and metrics are met;
-Work closely with the contract principle and their management;
-Make certain safety and environmental regulatory requirements are met in all forestry operations, holding hourly and salaried staff and contractors accountable for performance metrics;
-Oversee the operations’ budgeted annual harvest volume;
-Working closely with the Planning Manager, ensure that all permits and approvals are obtained to meet operational targets and goals;
-Oversee the Environmental Management System to ensure ongoing certification status is maintained; and
-Stay abreast of industry innovations and trends in harvesting knowledge and practices to improve company margins.
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.
Western Forest Products is hiring for an Operations Manager to join our Nootka Forest Operation team based in Gold River, BC.
What You’ll Do:
The Operations Manager is responsible for delivering operational results that support the Company’s safety, sustainability, production, and financial goals. They work closely with the contract principle and their management. The Operations Manager is dedicated to sound business practices and compliance with applicable laws and regulations, resulting in improved safety, efficiency, quality, and profitability, as measured by operational metrics and corporate goals.
Who You Are:
This is a great opportunity for a demonstrated leader with 10+ years’ experience in Timberlands/Woodlands operations in increasingly responsible roles. You have expert knowledge of timber harvesting and forest management practices and are committed to promoting a safe workplace. The ideal candidate has business and financial acumen, proven experience motivating and engaging staff, and a desire to work collaboratively with government, first nations and other stakeholders to achieve business goals.
What We Offer:
-Salary range of $135,000 - $160,000 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
-4 weeks’ vacation to start
-Company vehicle provided (reasonable personal use included as a taxable benefit)
-Employee family assistance program
-Financial support for learning and development opportunities
Work Environment: This role is to be performed primarily in person at our Nootka Forest Operation in Gold River, BC and may require travel.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety and Environmental Performance
-Provide leadership in safety and environmental stewardship by demonstrating and ensuring the adherence of company and regulatory safety requirements and sustainability processes and procedures.
Financial Performance and Leadership
-Responsible for the P&L of the Operation, including achievement of operational metrics and corporate goals;
-Responsible for the financial budget and production forecasting;
-Lead the creation of an ongoing improvement of production phase metrics;
-Work closely with Finance to ensure all operational decisions are based on sound financial analytics;
-Review financial statements and metrics;
-Manage inventory targets across the operation, ensuring optimal levels are maintained;
-Identify capital investment opportunities and oversee project implementation in order to provide greatest return to the company; and
-Recommend effective strategies for the financial well-being of the Operation.
Operations
-Oversight and management of contractors employed, including but not limited to: Stump to Dump contractor(s), Road construction and maintenance contractor(s), Logging phase contractor(s);
-Contract rate negotiations and rate modelling;
-Maintain positive relationships with contractors, ensuring contractor performance and metrics are met;
-Work closely with the contract principle and their management;
-Make certain safety and environmental regulatory requirements are met in all forestry operations, holding hourly and salaried staff and contractors accountable for performance metrics;
-Oversee the operations’ budgeted annual harvest volume;
-Working closely with the Planning Manager, ensure that all permits and approvals are obtained to meet operational targets and goals;
-Oversee the Environmental Management System to ensure ongoing certification status is maintained; and
-Stay abreast of industry innovations and trends in harvesting knowledge and practices to improve company margins.
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
Education And Experience
-10 + years of experience in Timberlands Operations in increasingly responsible roles;
-Post-secondary degree in Forestry or related degree is considered an asset;
-Eligibility or accreditation with the Association of BC Forest Professionals is considered an asset; and
-Business and financial management post-secondary training or equivalent experience preferred.
Skills, Knowledge And Required Competencies
-Commitment to Western’s core values of personal safety, sustainable management, continuous improvement and environmental stewardship;
-High level of integrity and professionalism;
-Expert knowledge of timber harvesting and forest management processes;
-Excellent working knowledge of applicable Forestry legislation, WorkSafe, and Employment Standards regulations applicable to the logging industry;
-Understanding of financial reports, forecasting and budgeting;
-Demonstrated strong analytical, problem solving, and logical thinking skills;
-Excellent leadership, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills;
-Ability to motivate and engage staff to perform at a higher standard; and
-Ability to engage, work with and influence Government, First Nations, and other stakeholders.
-10 + years of experience in Timberlands Operations in increasingly responsible roles;
-Post-secondary degree in Forestry or related degree is considered an asset;
-Eligibility or accreditation with the Association of BC Forest Professionals is considered an asset; and
-Business and financial management post-secondary training or equivalent experience preferred.
Skills, Knowledge And Required Competencies
-Commitment to Western’s core values of personal safety, sustainable management, continuous improvement and environmental stewardship;
-High level of integrity and professionalism;
-Expert knowledge of timber harvesting and forest management processes;
-Excellent working knowledge of applicable Forestry legislation, WorkSafe, and Employment Standards regulations applicable to the logging industry;
-Understanding of financial reports, forecasting and budgeting;
-Demonstrated strong analytical, problem solving, and logical thinking skills;
-Excellent leadership, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills;
-Ability to motivate and engage staff to perform at a higher standard; and
-Ability to engage, work with and influence Government, First Nations, and other stakeholders.
/ hour (
$95,000.00-$115,000.00
) Details
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 Production Supervisor (Woods) to join our La-kwa sa muqw Forest Operation in Campbell River, BC.
This is a 1-year fixed-term contract position with the potential for extension.
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 $95,000 to $115,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience
-Extended health and dental benefits – La-kwa sa muqw 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. This position is for a 1-year fixed-term contract.
Shifts: This position is currently on a 6x3 shift, 6 days on and 3 days off.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety and Environmental Performance
-Provide leadership in safety and environmental stewardship by demonstrating and ensuring the adherence of Company safety and sustainability processes and procedures.
Financial Performance
-Support the establishment and ongoing improvement of production phase metrics;
-Control inventory, recommend effective strategies for the financial well-being of the Operation.
Leadership
-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; and
-Hire, train, coach and manage performance of hourly employees and contractors.
Operations
-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
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 Production Supervisor (Woods) to join our La-kwa sa muqw Forest Operation in Campbell River, BC.
This is a 1-year fixed-term contract position with the potential for extension.
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 $95,000 to $115,000 based on skill level, qualifications, and experience
-Extended health and dental benefits – La-kwa sa muqw 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. This position is for a 1-year fixed-term contract.
Shifts: This position is currently on a 6x3 shift, 6 days on and 3 days off.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety and Environmental Performance
-Provide leadership in safety and environmental stewardship by demonstrating and ensuring the adherence of Company safety and sustainability processes and procedures.
Financial Performance
-Support the establishment and ongoing improvement of production phase metrics;
-Control inventory, recommend effective strategies for the financial well-being of the Operation.
Leadership
-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; and
-Hire, train, coach and manage performance of hourly employees and contractors.
Operations
-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
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
-5 - 7 years of experience in forestry operations in increasingly responsible roles;
-High School diploma or higher;
-Familiar with USW Collective Agreement;
-Working knowledge of high lead and ground base yarding systems.
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;
-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.
-5 - 7 years of experience in forestry operations in increasingly responsible roles;
-High School diploma or higher;
-Familiar with USW Collective Agreement;
-Working knowledge of high lead and ground base yarding systems.
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;
-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 (
$100,000.00-$115,000.00
) Details
THE OPPORTUNITY
Western Forest Products is hiring for a Team Lead, GIS Services to join our team based in Campbell River, BC.
What You’ll Do:
The Team Lead, GIS Services will lead a team of GIS professionals, manage complex projects, and develop tools to improve business performance while ensuring high standards and efficiency. This position is crucial for coordination with other departments and external clients to develop solutions to issues and oversee the operation, maintenance, and design of all GIS-related systems and databases.
Who You Are:
You are an experienced GIS professional with strong leadership, project management skills, and expertise in geomatics and database management, ready to foster a positive team atmosphere. You have a proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate staff, and possess refined written and oral communication skills along with a customer service-oriented disposition.
What We Offer:
-Salary range of $100,000 - $115,000 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
-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 Campbell River office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
-Manage a team of GIS professionals, ensuring that all corporate and operational requests are met on time and to the highest standard;
-Use advanced GIS, data management and programming skills to develop tools and technologies to increase efficiency and improve business performance;
-Foster a positive team atmosphere by supervising, mentoring, recruiting, training and evaluating staff while ensuring that they have the resources necessary to be successful;
-Manage large and complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, delegate tasks and ensure that work is completed to a high standard, on time and on budget;
-Coordinate with other departments and external clients to develop solutions to issues;
-Oversee the operation, maintenance and design of all GIS related systems and databases;
-Perform advanced editing, spatial queries, prepare and implement data quality checks, author and edit map templates and views, analyze and document business processes;
-Develop standards and procedures for handling, updating and analyzing data and ensure these are followed;
-Maintain continued awareness of emerging technologies and recognize and promote technologies that offer significant opportunities;
-Understand corporate financial goals and develop innovative solutions to drive cost efficiencies;
-Coordinate with IT department to troubleshoot systems to ensure availability of applications;
-Prepare and manage budgets and negotiate contracts;
-Manage external requests for data.
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.
Western Forest Products is hiring for a Team Lead, GIS Services to join our team based in Campbell River, BC.
What You’ll Do:
The Team Lead, GIS Services will lead a team of GIS professionals, manage complex projects, and develop tools to improve business performance while ensuring high standards and efficiency. This position is crucial for coordination with other departments and external clients to develop solutions to issues and oversee the operation, maintenance, and design of all GIS-related systems and databases.
Who You Are:
You are an experienced GIS professional with strong leadership, project management skills, and expertise in geomatics and database management, ready to foster a positive team atmosphere. You have a proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate staff, and possess refined written and oral communication skills along with a customer service-oriented disposition.
What We Offer:
-Salary range of $100,000 - $115,000 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
-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 Campbell River office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
-Manage a team of GIS professionals, ensuring that all corporate and operational requests are met on time and to the highest standard;
-Use advanced GIS, data management and programming skills to develop tools and technologies to increase efficiency and improve business performance;
-Foster a positive team atmosphere by supervising, mentoring, recruiting, training and evaluating staff while ensuring that they have the resources necessary to be successful;
-Manage large and complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, delegate tasks and ensure that work is completed to a high standard, on time and on budget;
-Coordinate with other departments and external clients to develop solutions to issues;
-Oversee the operation, maintenance and design of all GIS related systems and databases;
-Perform advanced editing, spatial queries, prepare and implement data quality checks, author and edit map templates and views, analyze and document business processes;
-Develop standards and procedures for handling, updating and analyzing data and ensure these are followed;
-Maintain continued awareness of emerging technologies and recognize and promote technologies that offer significant opportunities;
-Understand corporate financial goals and develop innovative solutions to drive cost efficiencies;
-Coordinate with IT department to troubleshoot systems to ensure availability of applications;
-Prepare and manage budgets and negotiate contracts;
-Manage external requests for data.
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
Education and Experience
-Post-secondary degree or diploma in GIS from a recognized and accredited institution is preferred;
-8+ years of progressive GIS experience with 1+ year of direct supervisory experience.
-5+ years working in the forest industry;
-Documented training with current ESRI GIS software and programming languages;
-Demonstrated forest management acumen specific to forestry requirements and challenges.
Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies
-Advanced skills in geomatics including editing, mapping, geo-processing, querying and reporting;
-Proven ability to lead, mentor and motivate staff;
-Demonstrated skills in project management, problem solving and organization;
-Strong expertise using the ESRI software suite of tools including ArcGIS Pro, ArcSDE and ArcGIS;
-Strong expertise in front and back-end of Trimble’s Land Resources Manager;
-Advanced skills in database management using Oracle;
-Refined written and oral communication skills;
-Developed understanding of business drivers and performance measures;
-Customer service-oriented disposition
-Post-secondary degree or diploma in GIS from a recognized and accredited institution is preferred;
-8+ years of progressive GIS experience with 1+ year of direct supervisory experience.
-5+ years working in the forest industry;
-Documented training with current ESRI GIS software and programming languages;
-Demonstrated forest management acumen specific to forestry requirements and challenges.
Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies
-Advanced skills in geomatics including editing, mapping, geo-processing, querying and reporting;
-Proven ability to lead, mentor and motivate staff;
-Demonstrated skills in project management, problem solving and organization;
-Strong expertise using the ESRI software suite of tools including ArcGIS Pro, ArcSDE and ArcGIS;
-Strong expertise in front and back-end of Trimble’s Land Resources Manager;
-Advanced skills in database management using Oracle;
-Refined written and oral communication skills;
-Developed understanding of business drivers and performance measures;
-Customer service-oriented disposition
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$110,000.00 -$135,000.00
) Details
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.
/ hour (
$50.00-$60.00 per hour
) Details
Our friendly, established dental practice in beautiful Campbell River, BC is looking for a part time Hygienist. There is an opportunity for this to become a full-time position. Initially, we would like to have you join our team 2 or 3 days includes Saturdays. Our team is dedicated to providing excellent quality care and we believe that a strong hygiene program is essential for our patients. Our purpose is to provide the best care for our patient’s oral health, and we believe in continuing preventative periodontal care.
New Grads Welcome
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 16-24 per week
Salary: $50.00-$60.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Continued education credits
• Dental Care
• Uniform Allowance
• Flexible holidays
• On-site parking
New Grads Welcome
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 16-24 per week
Salary: $50.00-$60.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Continued education credits
• Dental Care
• Uniform Allowance
• Flexible holidays
• On-site parking
Qualifications & Experience
• Must be registered with the Dental College of British Columbia
• Strong communication skills
• Strong communication skills
/ hour (
$168/K ($80/hr) CAD
) Details
Who We Are:
Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world's leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.
In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Kué mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart Mining™ principles.
At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world's leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.
In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Kué mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart Mining™ principles.
At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
Qualifications & Experience
De Beers Group Canada has an opportunity for a highly motivated Heavy Equipment Technician who will report to the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor at the Gahcho Kué Mine based in the Northwest Territories. This is a two (2) year full-time contract position including benefits with the possibility of converting to a permanent position. The position is a 14 days in/14 days out rotation. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the preventative maintenance and major repairs to mobile, auxiliary and stationary mining equipment, while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect the values of De Beers. The ideal candidate is one who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.
Rewards & Benefits:
Charter point of pick up (POP) is Calgary or Yellowknife;
Travel Allowance to help offset the costs of getting to the nearest POP;
Quarterly operational bonus program;
Remote Mine Site Premium;
Salary Enhancement for working in the NWT;
Rotational Overtime;
Vacation Leave and Pay;
Immediate participation in our 100% employer-paid extended health and dental benefits program (no waiting period);
The Gahcho Kué Mine camp features a full-service dining room, and individual private bedrooms equipped with satellite cable television, telephones, and WiFi internet. There’s also a full-sized gymnasium, squash courts, and state-of-the-art fitness equipment.
Key responsibilities:
Working with a team to conduct job risk assessments and safe work plans ahead of the work being completed and performing work in a safe well-managed manner;
Conducting preventative maintenance and servicing of mobile equipment;
Checking for proper performance and inspecting equipment to detect faults and malfunctions;
Diagnosing, troubleshooting and determining extent of mechanical problems;
Rebuilding components and working with manufacturers when necessary;
Documenting and returning completed work orders in a timely manner;
Communicating with Supervisors and co-workers to coordinate work and provide updates; and
Providing input and working collaboratively with Planners and Schedulers to develop work packages.
Requirements
Valid Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyperson’s Heavy Duty Technician Certification;
A minimum of 12 months of surface mining field experience repairing and maintaining heavy earthmoving equipment required;
Must be eligible to work in Canada;
Experience with Komatsu as asset:
Ability to communicate, share information and seek input to complete assigned work;
Ability to approach work with a continuous product improvement mindset;
Solid hydraulic and electrical skills, paired with the ability to read and understand schematics;
Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental Standards;
Experience maintaining hydraulic shovels and SAP would be considered assets; and
Experience working at a remote mining site and in a cross cultural work environment.
Rewards & Benefits:
Charter point of pick up (POP) is Calgary or Yellowknife;
Travel Allowance to help offset the costs of getting to the nearest POP;
Quarterly operational bonus program;
Remote Mine Site Premium;
Salary Enhancement for working in the NWT;
Rotational Overtime;
Vacation Leave and Pay;
Immediate participation in our 100% employer-paid extended health and dental benefits program (no waiting period);
The Gahcho Kué Mine camp features a full-service dining room, and individual private bedrooms equipped with satellite cable television, telephones, and WiFi internet. There’s also a full-sized gymnasium, squash courts, and state-of-the-art fitness equipment.
Key responsibilities:
Working with a team to conduct job risk assessments and safe work plans ahead of the work being completed and performing work in a safe well-managed manner;
Conducting preventative maintenance and servicing of mobile equipment;
Checking for proper performance and inspecting equipment to detect faults and malfunctions;
Diagnosing, troubleshooting and determining extent of mechanical problems;
Rebuilding components and working with manufacturers when necessary;
Documenting and returning completed work orders in a timely manner;
Communicating with Supervisors and co-workers to coordinate work and provide updates; and
Providing input and working collaboratively with Planners and Schedulers to develop work packages.
Requirements
Valid Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyperson’s Heavy Duty Technician Certification;
A minimum of 12 months of surface mining field experience repairing and maintaining heavy earthmoving equipment required;
Must be eligible to work in Canada;
Experience with Komatsu as asset:
Ability to communicate, share information and seek input to complete assigned work;
Ability to approach work with a continuous product improvement mindset;
Solid hydraulic and electrical skills, paired with the ability to read and understand schematics;
Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental Standards;
Experience maintaining hydraulic shovels and SAP would be considered assets; and
Experience working at a remote mining site and in a cross cultural work environment.
/ hour (
$185K ($89/hr) CAD
) Details
Who We Are: De Beers Canada
Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world's leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.
In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Kué mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart Mining™ principles.
At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world's leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.
In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Kué mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart Mining™ principles.
At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
Qualifications & Experience
De Beers Group of Companies has an opportunity for an individual with Komatsu PC5500 Front Load Shovel experience to join the Mobile Maintenance team at the Gahcho Kué Mine. This position is responsible for the preventative maintenance and major repair to the PC5500 shovel, PC2000 Excavator, PC1250 Excavator, WA1200 Loader and other mobile mining equipment. This is a 14 days in/ 14 days out rotation. The ideal candidate is one who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.
Key Responsibilities:
Working with team to conduct job risk assessments and safe work plans ahead of the work being completed and performing work in a safe well-managed manner;
Conducting preventative maintenance and servicing of mobile equipment;
Checking for proper performance and inspecting equipment to detect faults and malfunctions;
Diagnosing, troubleshooting and determining extent of mechanical problems;
Working with a continuous product improvement mindset;
Rebuilding components and working with manufacturers when necessary;
Documenting and returning completed work orders in a timely manner;
Communicating with Supervisors and co-workers to coordinate work and provide updates;
Providing input and working collaboratively with Planners and Schedulers to develop work packages; and
Following policies and standards such as safety, environmental, confidentiality and the code of conduct.
Requirements:
Legally permitted to work in Canada;
Valid interprovincial Red Seal Journeyperson’s Heavy Duty Mechanic or Technician Qualification;
Experience servicing Komatsu and/or other Hydraulic shovel equipment (5-7 years);
Training and experience with Komatsu Electrical and Hydraulic systems;
Training and experience with Cummins Engines;
Ability to problem solve and trouble shoot mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems; Ability to communicate, share information and seek input to complete assigned work;
Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (Komtrax/SAP);
Experience with the Pit Viper 271;
Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental Standards; and
Experience working at a remote mining site and in a cross-cultural work environment.
When you join De Beers Group you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in in an environment with opportunities for learning and growth as an integral contributor to the success of Gahcho Kué Mine. From technical training to leadership programs and world class safety, we bring out the best in people. At De Beers Group we’re focused on more than just diamonds. We are driven by a desire to make life brilliant for our people, our customers and those living in the communities where we operate. Our business thrives on the creativity, passion, and knowledge of our people.
Rewards & Benefits:
Earn up to a 9% company contribution to your pension plan;
MyShare – Employee Share Plan;
Quarterly operational bonus program;
Remote Mine Site Allowance;
Salary Enhancement for working in the NWT;
Travel Allowance to offset the costs of getting to the nearest point of pick up;
Immediate participation in our 100% employer-paid extended health and dental benefits program (no waiting period);
The Gahcho Kué Mine camp features a full-service dining room, and individual private bedrooms equipped with satellite cable television, telephones, and WiFi internet; and
There’s also a full-sized gymnasium, squash courts, and state-of-the-art fitness equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Working with team to conduct job risk assessments and safe work plans ahead of the work being completed and performing work in a safe well-managed manner;
Conducting preventative maintenance and servicing of mobile equipment;
Checking for proper performance and inspecting equipment to detect faults and malfunctions;
Diagnosing, troubleshooting and determining extent of mechanical problems;
Working with a continuous product improvement mindset;
Rebuilding components and working with manufacturers when necessary;
Documenting and returning completed work orders in a timely manner;
Communicating with Supervisors and co-workers to coordinate work and provide updates;
Providing input and working collaboratively with Planners and Schedulers to develop work packages; and
Following policies and standards such as safety, environmental, confidentiality and the code of conduct.
Requirements:
Legally permitted to work in Canada;
Valid interprovincial Red Seal Journeyperson’s Heavy Duty Mechanic or Technician Qualification;
Experience servicing Komatsu and/or other Hydraulic shovel equipment (5-7 years);
Training and experience with Komatsu Electrical and Hydraulic systems;
Training and experience with Cummins Engines;
Ability to problem solve and trouble shoot mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems; Ability to communicate, share information and seek input to complete assigned work;
Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (Komtrax/SAP);
Experience with the Pit Viper 271;
Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental Standards; and
Experience working at a remote mining site and in a cross-cultural work environment.
When you join De Beers Group you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in in an environment with opportunities for learning and growth as an integral contributor to the success of Gahcho Kué Mine. From technical training to leadership programs and world class safety, we bring out the best in people. At De Beers Group we’re focused on more than just diamonds. We are driven by a desire to make life brilliant for our people, our customers and those living in the communities where we operate. Our business thrives on the creativity, passion, and knowledge of our people.
Rewards & Benefits:
Earn up to a 9% company contribution to your pension plan;
MyShare – Employee Share Plan;
Quarterly operational bonus program;
Remote Mine Site Allowance;
Salary Enhancement for working in the NWT;
Travel Allowance to offset the costs of getting to the nearest point of pick up;
Immediate participation in our 100% employer-paid extended health and dental benefits program (no waiting period);
The Gahcho Kué Mine camp features a full-service dining room, and individual private bedrooms equipped with satellite cable television, telephones, and WiFi internet; and
There’s also a full-sized gymnasium, squash courts, and state-of-the-art fitness equipment.
/ hour (
$165K ($80/hr) CAD
) Details
Who We Are: De Beers Canada
Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world's leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewellery retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.
In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Kué mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart Mining™ principles.
At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
As a global HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building Forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world's leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewellery retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.
In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Kué mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart Mining™ principles.
At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
As a global HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building Forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
Qualifications & Experience
De Beers Group has an opportunity within the Mobile Maintenance Department at the Gahcho Kué Mine Site, based in the Northwest Territories, for highly motivated and energetic team members. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidate may be involved in many aspects of mine maintenance such as safely and efficiently maintaining stationary mechanical equipment, maintaining hydraulic shovels, or performing line boring machining services as required such as line boring for bucket maintenance. The Millwright/ Machinist Artisan will work proactively to ensure the equipment is functional and reliable, while providing quality customer service to the mining team. The rotation is 14 days in / 14 days out. The ideal candidate is one who strives for continuous improvement and who is committed to safe working practices while striving for zero harm.
Key responsibilities:
Conducting preventive maintenance (inspections, adjustments, and overhauls) on mechanical equipment pertaining to the Mobile Crusher, including belt change outs that may require mechanical clipping and/or vulcanized splicing;
Providing mechanical support during shovel rebuilds/ outages as a part of the rebuild team;
Providing line boring requirements for bucket rebuild and maintenance;
Providing timely response to critical equipment breakdown priority;
Conducting corrective maintenance (repairs, replacements) on mechanical equipment as needed;
Identifying equipment deficiencies, and troubleshooting issues;
Completing daily reports and Work Orders utilizing SAP;
Assisting in scoping and planning new work;
Adhering to all company safety and security policies and procedures;
Reporting incidents and assisting with investigations and follow-up work;
Repairing, servicing, and reconditioning equipment per trade code and industry design specification requirements;
Participating in safety audits and meetings, endeavoring to provide meaningful contributions;
Recording all task related information, to complete planning and work order requirements; and
Maximizing Service Truck availability by conducting pre-trip inspections, maintaining cleanliness, proactively lubricating and refueling, and reporting issues found.
Requirements
Legally permitted to work in Canada;
A valid Inter-provincial Millwright or Inter-provincial Machinist qualification (a copy of valid certification must be included in your application);
A minimum of 12 months of mining experience repairing
Experience line boring using a Climax BB55000 Line Boring Machine
Knowledge of conveyor belts, pumps, vibrating screens, jaw & cone & high pressure grinding crushers, apron feeders & all other Mobile plant mechanical equipment;
Knowledge of condition monitoring systems;
Ability to operate within MS Office and a computerized maintenance management system (SAP);
Ability to communicate, share information and seek input to complete assigned work;
Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental Standards; and
Experience working at a remote mining site, in a cross-cultural work environment.
What we Offer:
When you join De Beers Group you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in in an environment with opportunities for learning and growth as an integral contributor to the success of Gahcho Kué Mine. From technical training to leadership programs and world class safety, we bring out the best in people. At De Beers Group we’re focused on more than just diamonds. We are driven by a desire to make life brilliant for our people, our customers and those living in the communities where we operate. Our business thrives on the creativity, passion, and knowledge of our people.
Rewards & Benefits:
Earn up to a 9% company contribution to your pension plan;
Quarterly operational bonus program;
Remote Living Allowance;
MyShare program;
Travel Allowance to offset the costs of getting to the nearest point of pick up;
Immediate participation in our 100% employer paid extended health and dental benefit program (no waiting period);
The Gahcho Kué Mine camp features a full service dining room, individual private bedrooms equipped with satellite cable television, telephones and WiFi internet; andThere’s also a full-sized gymnasium, squash courts and state of the art fitness equipment.
Key responsibilities:
Conducting preventive maintenance (inspections, adjustments, and overhauls) on mechanical equipment pertaining to the Mobile Crusher, including belt change outs that may require mechanical clipping and/or vulcanized splicing;
Providing mechanical support during shovel rebuilds/ outages as a part of the rebuild team;
Providing line boring requirements for bucket rebuild and maintenance;
Providing timely response to critical equipment breakdown priority;
Conducting corrective maintenance (repairs, replacements) on mechanical equipment as needed;
Identifying equipment deficiencies, and troubleshooting issues;
Completing daily reports and Work Orders utilizing SAP;
Assisting in scoping and planning new work;
Adhering to all company safety and security policies and procedures;
Reporting incidents and assisting with investigations and follow-up work;
Repairing, servicing, and reconditioning equipment per trade code and industry design specification requirements;
Participating in safety audits and meetings, endeavoring to provide meaningful contributions;
Recording all task related information, to complete planning and work order requirements; and
Maximizing Service Truck availability by conducting pre-trip inspections, maintaining cleanliness, proactively lubricating and refueling, and reporting issues found.
Requirements
Legally permitted to work in Canada;
A valid Inter-provincial Millwright or Inter-provincial Machinist qualification (a copy of valid certification must be included in your application);
A minimum of 12 months of mining experience repairing
Experience line boring using a Climax BB55000 Line Boring Machine
Knowledge of conveyor belts, pumps, vibrating screens, jaw & cone & high pressure grinding crushers, apron feeders & all other Mobile plant mechanical equipment;
Knowledge of condition monitoring systems;
Ability to operate within MS Office and a computerized maintenance management system (SAP);
Ability to communicate, share information and seek input to complete assigned work;
Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental Standards; and
Experience working at a remote mining site, in a cross-cultural work environment.
What we Offer:
When you join De Beers Group you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in in an environment with opportunities for learning and growth as an integral contributor to the success of Gahcho Kué Mine. From technical training to leadership programs and world class safety, we bring out the best in people. At De Beers Group we’re focused on more than just diamonds. We are driven by a desire to make life brilliant for our people, our customers and those living in the communities where we operate. Our business thrives on the creativity, passion, and knowledge of our people.
Rewards & Benefits:
Earn up to a 9% company contribution to your pension plan;
Quarterly operational bonus program;
Remote Living Allowance;
MyShare program;
Travel Allowance to offset the costs of getting to the nearest point of pick up;
Immediate participation in our 100% employer paid extended health and dental benefit program (no waiting period);
The Gahcho Kué Mine camp features a full service dining room, individual private bedrooms equipped with satellite cable television, telephones and WiFi internet; andThere’s also a full-sized gymnasium, squash courts and state of the art fitness equipment.
/ hour (
41.42 - 52
) Details
Job Advertisement: Homecare Nurse (HCN)
Position: Homecare Nurse
Location: Quatsino First Nation, Vancouver Island, BC
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Wage: $41.42 - $52.00 per hour
Summary:
The Homecare Nurse (HCN) at Quatsino First Nation assesses, plans, delivers, and evaluates care needs for acute, chronic, and palliative clients of all ages in community settings. Emphasizing independence and health promotion, the HCN provides education, counseling, and guidance to clients, families, and caregivers. This role operates autonomously while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure excellence in health services and education.
Nursing Practice:
Assess physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, cognitive care needs of clients.
Develop holistic care plans based on client goals for independence and self-care.
Administer direct care, evaluate progress, and revise care plans as necessary.
Provide specialized care in areas such as footcare, diabetic care and education, wound management, pain management, and medication management.
Conduct home visits and utilize support staff for home visit checks as needed.
Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' living environments to evaluate suitability for care delivery.
Client Advocacy and Education:
Act as an advocate, respecting client choices and supporting caregivers.
Provide guidance, education, and counseling to clients, families, and other caregivers.
Utilize wellness promotion and self-management principles, behavioral change strategies, and adult learning theories to support optimal health.
Educate on medication management, wound care, pain management, and diabetic care.
Conduct educational programs on diet, healthy eating, and diabetic-friendly meal planning.
Make recommendations and provide guidance on home modifications and equipment needs to optimize safety and accessibility for clients receiving home care services.
Collaborate with clients, families, and relevant stakeholders to implement recommended changes and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Collaboration and Community Engagement:
Work collaboratively with clients, families, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community resources.
Coordinate care issues, cultural barriers, and ethical dilemmas in a culturally sensitive manner.
Conduct case conferencing and discharge planning to enhance client care transitions.
Administrative Duties:
Maintain accurate records and documentation according to protocols.
Prepare statistical data, reports, and correspondence as required.
Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and team meetings to enhance care coordination.
Provide guidance and training to support staff in home support skills and client care.
What We Offer:
Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available
Comprehensive benefits package including dental care, extended health care, and vision care
Competitive vacation and compensation package
Flexible work schedule
Receive support from the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA),
Training, workshops,
Opportunities to expand your professional network through monthly meetings with local nurses
Annual week long nursing conference
Position: Homecare Nurse
Location: Quatsino First Nation, Vancouver Island, BC
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Wage: $41.42 - $52.00 per hour
Summary:
The Homecare Nurse (HCN) at Quatsino First Nation assesses, plans, delivers, and evaluates care needs for acute, chronic, and palliative clients of all ages in community settings. Emphasizing independence and health promotion, the HCN provides education, counseling, and guidance to clients, families, and caregivers. This role operates autonomously while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure excellence in health services and education.
Nursing Practice:
Assess physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, cognitive care needs of clients.
Develop holistic care plans based on client goals for independence and self-care.
Administer direct care, evaluate progress, and revise care plans as necessary.
Provide specialized care in areas such as footcare, diabetic care and education, wound management, pain management, and medication management.
Conduct home visits and utilize support staff for home visit checks as needed.
Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' living environments to evaluate suitability for care delivery.
Client Advocacy and Education:
Act as an advocate, respecting client choices and supporting caregivers.
Provide guidance, education, and counseling to clients, families, and other caregivers.
Utilize wellness promotion and self-management principles, behavioral change strategies, and adult learning theories to support optimal health.
Educate on medication management, wound care, pain management, and diabetic care.
Conduct educational programs on diet, healthy eating, and diabetic-friendly meal planning.
Make recommendations and provide guidance on home modifications and equipment needs to optimize safety and accessibility for clients receiving home care services.
Collaborate with clients, families, and relevant stakeholders to implement recommended changes and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Collaboration and Community Engagement:
Work collaboratively with clients, families, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community resources.
Coordinate care issues, cultural barriers, and ethical dilemmas in a culturally sensitive manner.
Conduct case conferencing and discharge planning to enhance client care transitions.
Administrative Duties:
Maintain accurate records and documentation according to protocols.
Prepare statistical data, reports, and correspondence as required.
Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and team meetings to enhance care coordination.
Provide guidance and training to support staff in home support skills and client care.
What We Offer:
Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available
Comprehensive benefits package including dental care, extended health care, and vision care
Competitive vacation and compensation package
Flexible work schedule
Receive support from the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA),
Training, workshops,
Opportunities to expand your professional network through monthly meetings with local nurses
Annual week long nursing conference
Qualifications & Experience
Requirements:
Education and Experience:
Current registration as an RN or LPN with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP).
Current CPR certification.
Minimum 2 years of recent experience in community health or acute medical/surgical care.
Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of chronic disease management, geriatric care, and palliative nursing.
Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills.
Effective communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution abilities.
Proficiency in using electronic medical records and other computer applications.
Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
Education and Experience:
Current registration as an RN or LPN with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP).
Current CPR certification.
Minimum 2 years of recent experience in community health or acute medical/surgical care.
Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of chronic disease management, geriatric care, and palliative nursing.
Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills.
Effective communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution abilities.
Proficiency in using electronic medical records and other computer applications.
Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.