Contract Services Manager
About The Position
Western Forest Products is hiring for a Contract Services Manager to join their Englewood Forest Operation team based in Woss, BC. The role is responsible for delivering overall production targets through the efficient management of road construction and maintenance, harvest, and log sorting processes. The Contract Services Manager will work closely with the Manager, Operations, and play an integral part of all contract road construction and stump to dump contractors in the operation. This role is also responsible for ensuring operational efficiencies and profitability of the operation.
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of logging
- 10+ years’ experience in Timberlands
- Proven track record of contract supervision
- Experience in road construction
- 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
- Ability to multitask
- Strong customer service skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain credibility
- Ability to adopt and encourage innovative and strategic thinking
- Excellent problem-solving skills to find solutions to complex problems
Nice To Haves
- Registered with the FPBC would be considered an asset
- Experience in dryland sorting is considered an asset
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
- Through worker training and coaching, ensure contractor employee awareness and compliance with safety, environmental and operational policy, procedures and regulations
- Monitor and assess contractor employee performance and as necessary correct and/or enforce 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
- Deal with 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
- As a representative of the Company, carry out the job duties with the utmost professionalism and integrity
- Other duties as required and assigned
Benefits
- Salary range of $120,000 - $140,000
- Annual incentive plan
- Pension plan contributions - Western contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching required
- Extended health and dental benefits – Western pays for 100% of the employee monthly premiums
- 4 weeks’ vacation to start
- Employee family assistance program
- Financial support for learning and development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
