Operations Forester, Ontario Woodlands - Remote Operations 1

Domtar Corporation; Northwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave + holidays

Group insurance

Pension plan

EAP

Education assistance

Travel assistance

Relocation to Thunder Bay

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Domtar Corporation in Thunder Bay, Ontario, seeks an Operations Forester for Ontario Woodlands – Remote Operations 1. This full-time, camp-based field role supports harvesting, road construction, and AWS planning with overnight camp accommodations.

You will collaborate with contractors and staff to maximize efficiency, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, manage budgets, and provide vacation relief for the Operations Superintendent as needed.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and French required for daily coordination with Quebec contractors.
• 3–5 years of proven operational harvesting and road-building experience.
• Forestry degree with professional designation or Forestry Technology with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations and liaise with contractors to maximize efficiency and control costs.
• Ensure AWS submission information is obtained and used for planning.
• Monitor safety, environmental standards, and compliance with government rules.
• Develop and manage budgets and contribute to FMP and AWS plans.
• Provide vacation relief for Operations Superintendent as needed.

Skills

Bilingual EN/FR

Harvesting experience

Communication & teamwork

MS Office & GIS

Education

Forestry degree or tech

FOIP inspector accreditation

Tools

ESRI GIS

Avenza

GPS

Job description

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Operations Forester, Ontario Woodlands - Remote Operations 1

Location: Thunder Bay, ON, CA, P7E 6S3

Department: Forestry (FO00)

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivershigh-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Thunder Bay , Ontario , Canada , is seeking talent to fill the position of Operations Forester, Ontario Woodlands - Remote Operations 1. This job is full-time permanent .

Overview:

Reporting to the Operations Superintendent, you will be part of a results-oriented team whose members are encouraged to exceed expectations.

• This is a field-based, camp-based positionwith overnight accommodations provided at a full-service camp
• Comply with our health, safety, and environmental standards
• Serve as the primary field contact and liaison with contractor staff
• Collaborate with all staff, harvest, and road construction contractors to maximize operational efficiency and minimize cost
• Collaborate with contractor staff and Planning Forester to ensure AWS information is obtained to prepare the AWS submission.
• Collaborate with contractor staff to determine any necessary FMP amendment and/or AWS revisions to sustain operations on the licences
• Ensure compliance with all governmental and internal standards relative to safety, environment and utilization
• Monitor and approve Forest Operations Inspection Reports as submitted by inspectors for harvest, access and water crossings
• Assist with departmental budgets to ensure good cost control systems
• Assist in developing FMP and AWS operating and road plans
• Take an active role in the continuous improvement program to maximize productivity
• Reinforce quality specifications with all employees and Contractors for all facilities
• Assist in monitoring log quality to ensure customer needs are met
• Monitor compliance with Collective Agreements, striving for cooperative working relationships
• Develop good working relationships with all governmental, public agencies and public
• Serve as the company representative on the Local Citizen’s Committee
• Ensure operational competence in all areas to provide vacation relief for Operations Superintendent

Your profile:

• Bilingual in English and French is required, as this role works closely with Quebec-based contractors on a daily basis
• Ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of proven operational harvesting and road building experience.
• A degree in Forestry with professional designation (or ability to achieve) or Forestry Technology with extensive operational or planning experience. Certified Compliance FOIP inspector accreditation or ability to attain
• Excellent communication and teamwork to collaborate with all levels of the organization and to adapt quickly to change
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• The ideal candidate will possess the drive and passion to continuously improve upon the health and safety, efficiency, production, and planning targets for Ontario Woodlands
• In-depth knowledge of MS Office and reliable computer skills with knowledge of ESRI software, Avenza, GPS
• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to see the big picture
• The salary range for this position is CAD $85,000 to $106,000 per year. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Our Offer:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus incentive plan
• Starting at four weeks of vacation and three floating holidays; depending on your experience
• Full range of group insurance from day one
• Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from day one
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Work Travel Assistance Program
• Relocation assistance to the community of Thunder Bay
• A workplace based on respect, diversity, and inclusion

Reason for Posting: This is a replacement position.

Domtar is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.