Regional Environmental Manager

Regional Environmental Manager – British Columbia

Location: Vancouver,  OR Quesnel, British Columbia
Reports To: Director, Environment & Regulatory – Canadian Operations

West Fraser is a leading diversified wood products company with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. Our employees operate in a culture built on safety, integrity, teamwork, and sustainability.

We are seeking a Regional Environmental Manager to join our Environment, Climate and Sustainability team. This leadership role provides technical guidance, environmental expertise, and strategic direction to approximately ten lumber, pulp, and wood panel operations across British Columbia. The successful candidate will work closely with both mill operations and corporate teams to drive continuous improvement in environmental compliance, performance, and sustainability.

In addition, this position will coordinate and oversee the Environmental and Regulatory Audit Program for all 24 Canadian operations (BC, Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec) and contribute to the development of global Environmental Management System (EMS) standards, guidance, and tools.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic and technical leadership to mill environmental teams to:
• Maintain regulatory compliance and reporting
• Ensure adherence to Corporate Environmental Management System (EMS) expectations
• Advance performance in environmental and sustainability goals
• Coach, train, and develop environmental professionals across mill sites, fostering strong environmental leadership and accountability
• Lead the development and implementation of site environmental improvement initiatives
• Support operations in risk-based analysis, prioritization, and action planning for environmental issue management
• Coordinate and oversee the Environmental and Regulatory Audit Program, including contractor management and participation in internal audits
• Track and report environmental performance metrics, focusing on audit findings and corrective actions
• Represent West Fraser on industry associations and working groups, contributing to policy development and regulatory engagement
• Collaborate with corporate and site teams to develop, communicate, and implement global EMS standards, procedures, and tools related to:
• Environmental audits and reporting
• Contractor management
• Environmental business planning
• Training and performance improvement

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Forestry, or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing environmental programs in the industrial or manufacturing sector
• Master’s Degree considered an asset
• Strong working knowledge of Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and environmental/regulatory audit frameworks
• Experience in forestry, pulp and paper, lumber, or other heavy manufacturing environments preferred
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
• Strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple priorities and balance short- and long-term objectives
• Proven leadership skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
• High professional integrity and a commitment to continuous learning
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout BC and across Canada

What We Offer

West Fraser believes strongly in promoting from within and providing a range of career development opportunities across our operations. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes:

• The typical yearly salary range for this position I s between $136,000-$161,000 based on years’ experience, education, location and background.
• Comprehensive benefits
• Defined contribution pension plan
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development support

Join us and help shape a sustainable future in one of Canada’s most respected natural resource companies.

Your Workplace Location:

This position can be located in Vancouver OR Quesnel BC.

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 remodeling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and box materials.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

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!

Discover West Fraser in Western Canada (youtube.com)

What's it like to work in Forestry at West Fraser? Shayna's story (youtube.com)

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted