Operations Supervisor, Ontario Woodlands

Domtar Products • Thunder Bay, ON

9d • CA$87,000 - CA$110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Domtar Forest Products is looking for an Operations Supervisor to join our Thunder Bay Woodlands team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and monitoring wood harvest, road construction, and maintenance. You will help ensure our operations are safe, efficient, cost-effective, environmentally compliant, and sustainable.

Requirements

• Possesses 3-5 years of solid experience in operational harvesting, road construction, and team supervision.
• Shows a clear trajectory of leadership development and increasing responsibilities.
• Holds a Forestry Degree with a professional designation (or is in the process of obtaining one), or a Forestry Technology diploma coupled with significant experience in operations or planning.
• Should also have, or be capable of obtaining, Certified FOIP inspector accreditation.
• Brings exceptional communication skills and the ability to forge strong relationships at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrates the capacity to collaborate effectively, navigate organizational dynamics, and adapt to changes swiftly.
• Exhibits robust analytical acumen, organizational prowess, and adeptness at solving complex problems.
• Is driven by a fervent desire to continually enhance health and safety protocols, operational efficiency, production rates, and strategic planning for Ontario Woodlands.
• Has a comprehensive understanding of MS Office Suite and proficient computing abilities.
• Maintains meticulous attention to detail while also grasping the overarching strategic vision.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada for Domtar.

Nice To Haves

• Relocation assistance to the community of Thunder Bay.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and surpass the highest safety benchmarks during all operational activities.
• Act as a key point of contact for Domtar Contractors, stepping in as the primary contact when necessary.
• Collaborate with team members and contractors involved in harvesting and road construction to enhance operational effectiveness while reducing expenses.
• Guarantee adherence to all relevant safety, environmental, and utilization regulations set by government and our organization.
• Contribute to the management of departmental finances, promoting robust cost management practices.
• Participate in the creation of yearly operational and forest road planning.
• Engage proactively in our continuous improvement initiatives to elevate productivity levels.
• Advocate for and enforce quality standards across all operations with staff and contractors.
• Oversee the quality of products such as tree length, roundwood, chips, and biomass to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Ensure all Collective Agreements are followed diligently, fostering a spirit of collaboration.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with government entities and public agencies, including Local Community Councils (LCCs).
• Maintain operational proficiency across all sectors to provide seamless coverage for the Operations Forester or Production Superintendent during their absence.
• Willingness to travel 75% (mostly Armstrong & Northwest, Ontario); extensive field work and overnights stays in the full service camp will be required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus incentive plan
• At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays; depending on your experience
• Full range of group insurance from the first day of work
• Telemedicine services
• Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
• Employee and family assistance program
• Education assistance program
• Work Travel Assistance Program
• Referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level