Maintenance Supervisor

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Blue Ridge Lumber is currently recruiting for a Maintenance Supervisor.

As a member of our leadership team, the Maintenance Supervisor will report directly to the Maintenance Superintendent. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising a high-performing maintenance crew, providing safe and efficient services to the division.

You’ll do:

• Ensure a safe work environment for the Heavy Duty Maintenance department by enforcing safe work practices, supporting company policies, investigating incidents and ensuring proper training and adherence to maintenance best practices
• Work collaboratively with the Log Yard, Forklift, Kiln & energy and Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) departments to effectively maintain equipment
• Manage, schedule and supervise a crew, including work orders, priorities, shutdowns, and breakdowns
• Manage all maintenance aspects of capital and major projects, including the crane
• Work with Heavy Duty Mechanics to coordinate preventative and predictive maintenance programs
• Initiate maintenance expense and capital budgets and oversee all maintenance costs

You have:

• A post-secondary degree in mechanical engineering OR a valid journeyman trade certificate, with preferably 5-8 years relevant work experience
• Strong leadership, planning, budgeting and troubleshooting skills
• Well-established organizational and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Outstanding team player and team-building skills
• Excellent innovation and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of computer software and applications
• The desire to progress, learn, grow and succeed
• Forestry industry experience is an asset

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position may vary depending on location, education, and relevant experience.
• Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.

Your Workplace Location:

Located in Alberta, Blue Ridge and its surrounding area, which includes the cities of Whitecourt and Mayerthorpe, have populations ranging from approximately 200 to 10,500. These communities are located less than 2 hours West of the major City of Edmonton or 3 hours East of the world-renowned Jasper National Park.  These communities offer affordable housing, recreational and educational facilities, regular community events, and many activities for the outdoor enthusiast year-round.  It doesn’t take long to feel part of our welcoming communities!

About Us:

Today, West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with more than 50 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, which promotes sustainable forest practices in its operations. The Company produces lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and other residuals. West Fraser's products are used in home construction, repair and remodelling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and box materials.

Diversity:  

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

Sustainability Report | West Fraser

Learn more about us!

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