Sawmill Maintenance Leader: Safety, Uptime & Team Performance

Interfor; Elk Lake; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forest products company is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for their Elk Lake sawmill. This role involves driving safety and efficiency in maintenance operations, supervising the maintenance team, and overseeing maintenance strategies. Candidates should have a diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a relevant certification, with 3–5 years of experience in a sawmill or manufacturing environment. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, and a chance to live in the scenic Elk Lake area.

Benefits

Competitive salary & Short-Term Incentive Plan Bonus

Group Benefit Programs (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Short- & Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance

RRSP & Employee Share Purchase Plan Matching Plans

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a sawmill or manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading technical teams in a unionized setting.
• Strong knowledge of welding and PLC systems.

Responsibilities

• Enforce maintenance safety programs and ensure compliance.
• Supervise and support the maintenance team.
• Develop and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Manage inventory and implement projects to improve plant performance.

Skills

Leadership in technical teams

Knowledge of health and safety practices

Proficiency in electrical and mechanical systems

Decision-making and time management

Computer proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Red Seal Certification as a Millwright or Electrician

Job description

A leading forest products company is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for their Elk Lake sawmill. This role involves driving safety and efficiency in maintenance operations, supervising the maintenance team, and overseeing maintenance strategies. Candidates should have a diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a relevant certification, with 3–5 years of experience in a sawmill or manufacturing environment. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, and a chance to live in the scenic Elk Lake area.