Operations Supervisor

Find exciting career paths at West Fraser and begin your journey today! Interested in a challenging and rewarding opportunity? We're currently hiring for:

OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Reporting to the Operations Superintendent, the Operations Supervisor will work individually and with a team of professionals responsible for all aspects of forest operations.

What You'll Do:

• Supervise timber harvesting, hauling, road construction, and related operations
• Ensure that production, quality, environmental, and legal requirements are met in a safe and cost-effective manner
• Contract management, contractor supervision, liaison with government officials, and coordination with planning and silviculture

Who You Are:

• Highly motivated, career-minded individual
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Possess a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or Registered Professional Forest Technologist (RPFT) designation for Alberta (or be eligible and willing to earn this designation)
• Minimum five years experience
• Prior experience in logging and hauling would be an asset

At West Fraser, we believe in giving our employees a challenge they can rise to. We are looking for individuals interested in career advancement for progression through various aspects of our business. We offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding pension plan.

Your Workplace Location:

This position is based out of Hinton, Alberta, 20 minutes east of Jasper National Park and 2.5 hours west of Edmonton, Alberta. Set amidst the stunning scenery of the Alberta Rockies, the Hinton/Edson Woodlands team supports sawmills in Hinton and Edson as well as a pulp mill in Hinton. The Hinton operation has been proudly practicing sustainable forest management for over 60 years on its local forest tenure. Hinton is a community of 10,000 offering terrific lifestyles for individuals and families. To learn more, visit the Town of Hinton website: www.town.hinton.ab.ca.

About Us:

At West Fraser, we're more than just a forest products company –a tight-knit community dedicated to excellence. We're proud to be listed on the TSX and NYSE and recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. We focus on safety, success, community involvement, personal growth, and top-quality products.

We make renewable, wood-based building products for the world, contributing to a more sustainable future. Today, West Fraser is one of the world’s largest producers of sustainable wood-based building products, with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. From responsibly sourced and sustainably managed forest resources, West Fraser produces lumber, engineered wood products (oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, medium-density fibreboard, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, other residuals, and renewable energy. West Fraser’s products are used in home construction, repair and remodeling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and boxes.

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 a pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are. We believe in creating inclusive workplaces that reflect the diverse communities we serve. Ready to join us in shaping a brighter future? Come aboard at West Fraser.