Bilingual Electrical Supervisor

VenorTalent; Bathurst, Belledune; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Bilingual Electrical Supervisor, where you'll lead electrical projects and ensure safety standards in a dynamic environment. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, this role offers the chance to mentor a team and optimize electrical systems in a state-of-the-art facility. If you are passionate about driving efficiency and safety in the forestry sector, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a comprehensive compensation package and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits

Retirement and Share Matching Programs

Paid Vacation

Opportunities for Growth

Sustainable Work Environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a sawmill or industrial processing environment.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Safety Code.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical projects and ensure safety and efficiency standards.
• Mentor and support a team of electricians.

Skills

Electrical Systems Optimization

Bilingual (French and English)

Leadership in Health and Safety

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Education

Interprovincial Electrical or Instrumentation License with Red Seal Certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC Systems

Studio5000

RSLogix 5000

CX-Programmer

MS Office (Word and Excel)

Job description

Venor is proud to partner with Interfor in their search for a Bilingual Electrical Supervisor to join their team in Bathurst and Belledune, New Brunswick.

About Interfor

Interfor is a growth-oriented lumber company with operations across North America. Focused on driving innovation and sustainability in the forestry sector, Interfor delivers quality products while investing in technology and people. With two key sawmills in Bathurst and Belledune, New Brunswick.

The Opportunity

As Electrical Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment on site, leading electrical projects and shutdowns, and ensuring safety and efficiency standards are met. You’ll work closely with the Maintenance team to ensure plant production continuity, while mentoring and supporting a team of electricians.

Key Responsibilities

• Support, develop, and improve electrical systems to optimize intervention efficiency while maintaining safety standards.
• Develop and implement internal policies, procedures, and best practices for electrical maintenance and manufacturing systems.
• Prepare, review, and execute system maintenance plans, including PLC/HMI troubleshooting.
• Lead root cause analysis efforts and implement preventative measures to reduce downtime.
• Mentor and train a team of electricians to build technical capacity and ensure compliance.
• Manage budgets and ensure cost control within the department.
• Coordinate resources effectively to respond to evolving plant needs.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

What you bring

• Interprovincial electrical or instrumentation license with Red Seal certification.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Safety Code.
• 5+ years of experience in a sawmill or industrial processing environment.
• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
• Familiarity with Autolog Systems, Comact optimizers, RMC-100/150 hydraulic controllers, YASKAWA VFDS, and Schneider Softstarters is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with Studio5000, RSLogix 5000, and CX-Programmer.
• Proven leadership in health and safety, with solid knowledge of related best practices.
• Competency in MS Office (Word and Excel).
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• A team player who thrives in fast-paced, results-driven environments.

Why work with Interfor?

• Opportunities for growth: Interfor is a large North-American based company with encouraged opportunities for growth and development throughout their 28+ locations.
• Sustainable Focus: Interfor is committed to responsible forestry, efficient operations, and strong ESG practices that protect resources and support future generations.
• Comprehensive Compensation Package: Interfor offers a generous total rewards package including a competitive salary, benefits, retirement and share matching programs and paid vacation.
• Interprovincial electrical or instrumentation license with Red Seal certification.

At Venor and Interfor, we embrace a culture of belonging in the workplace. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or who you love, we welcome your application. We all come from different backgrounds and different walks of life, bringing in unique perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities.

Venor is an Atlantic Canadian recruiting firm specializing in recruitment solutions, executive search, career transition & outplacement services.

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