Superintendent, Operations Forest Resource Management

The activity of GreenFirst Forest Products is rooted in the forest For us, well-managed forests really make sense for our business, our communities, and the environment. We have a deep connection to Canada's forest lands and sustainability. If this commitment to the environment and Canada's forests resonates with you, come join our team. GreenFirst is looking for a Superintendent to plan, organize and supervise the harvest operations for the NOE divisions, ensuring quality work with a view to supplying the mills in accordance with corporate objectives while maintaining a cost-effective manner. Commitment : • Live up to GreenFirst's values, principles, and guidelines. • Bring an open and cooperative attitude to your job, contributing to our positive work environment. • Comply with all health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as applicable regulations and laws. Responsibilities : • Promote and provide a safe workplace, seek improvements, support Health & Safety Program. • Lead a motivated, efficient, and engaged harvest team of direct reports and provide career development opportunities. • Coach and mentor employees to ensure maximum performance. • Provide direction to operations supervisors, conferring with customers, consultants, contractors, or suppliers. • Maintain a communications program to keep your team informed. • Develop and maintain a good rapport between labour, customer, outside agencies, other users, and management. • Report to General Manager – Forest Management, Northern Ontario East. • Participate in short term and mid-term planning pertaining to budget requirements, staff selection and projects to be undertaken. • Coordinate the activities of the Woodlands operation to maintain production targets, quality of wood product and wood supply for the Chapleau Sawmill • Prepare harvest schedules, production statements and forecasts. • Responsible for investigations and reports such as cost estimates, harvest studies, unusual trouble analysis, etc. • Ensure that all operations adhere to the Federal, Provincial and Municipal Laws and Regulations. • Report and explain deviations from planned activities. • Recommend change/improvements to all operations of Northern Ontario East to the General Manager. • Ensure the proper equipment is supplied at the lowest cost and highest availability through sound technical and practical evaluations. • Ensure through planning, organizing, and controlling all weather roads and bridges are constructed as specified in the Woodlands Annual Plan. • Ensure that the gravel road system is maintained through inspection and coordination of grading, snow removal, bridge repair and other activities. • Prepare and coordinate the budgets, explain variances, and take required corrective action. • Comply with corporate policies, procedures, programs, and legislated regulations with respect to health, safety, and the environment. • Ensure efficient and optimal utilization of available human and physical resources. • Oversee harvest and road operational planning to meet wood flow targets while remaining on budget Requirements : • Education: College diploma or equivalent in a related field. • Experience: Must have 5 plus years in a similar role. • Bilingual: An asset Please submit your resume and covering letter to: careersgreenfirst.ca Please include the job title in your email subject line. We thank all who apply but will only be contacting those selected for an interview. GreenFirst Forest Products is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. GreenFirst Forest Products is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Location: Chapleau, CA

Posted Date: 11/6/2024