Woodlands Operations Lead Hand

Irving Woodlands; Sussex; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in sustainable land management as a Woodlands Operations Lead Hand in Southern New Brunswick. This role offers competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for professional development while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess a High School Diploma and have experience in forestry operations.

Benefits

Competitive wages and benefits

Contribution to an RRSP with employer contribution

Developmental opportunity

Great training programs

Uniforms provided by the company

Employee recognition program

Annual reimbursement program for personal and family wellness

Qualifications

• Previous Lead Hand experience would be considered an asset.
• Previous experience operating and maintaining forestry machines.
• Desire to work in the field of Forest Management.

Responsibilities

• Working in the field and meeting quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Managing performance of an operator group.
• Identifying opportunities for productivity improvement.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We are looking for motivated individuals to contribute to the Southern New Brunswick Woodlands team as a Woodlands Operations Lead Hand.

• Would you like to work in a growing, fast-paced environment that is technologically advanced?
• Does working with a team of motivated contractors interest you?
• Do you have supervisory experience and want to kick-start your career?
• If you answered yes to all 3 questions, then J.D. Irving, Limited has an exciting career opportunity for you.

Why Join our team?

• Competitive wages and benefits
• Contribution to an RRSP with employer contribution
• You will be challenged and rewarded with developmental opportunity
• We offer great training programs
• Uniforms provided by the company
• Employee recognition program
• Annual reimbursement program for personal and family wellness

Responsibilities

• Working in the field
• Meeting quality, safety, and environmental standards
• Meeting daily and weekly production requirements
• Performance management of an operator group
• Identifying opportunities for productivity improvement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Previous Lead Hand experience would be considered an asset
• Previous experience operating and maintaining forestry machines.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, and time management skills
• Desire to work in the field of Forest Management

About the Team

At Irving Woodlands , we take pride in our role as stewards of the land. Focused on rigorous and sustainable land management, Irving Woodlands is guided by an 80-year management plan that preserves the environmental and ecological integrity of our land, air, water and wildlife.

Irving Woodlands maintains an engaged team of over 1,600 employees, contractors, seasonal workers and students who are dedicated to research, conservation and continuously improving our forest management practices and long-term business results. Our multi-faceted team trains, develops and builds long-term, rewarding careers in all aspects of forestry, from tree nurseries and tree improvement to research and environmental management. Our forestry professionals, supported by our logistics and professional services group, are world-class and implement leading strategies in these areas: silviculture, planting, harvesting, trucking and logistics, operational and road construction, maintenance, technology, forest patrol and research. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work across any of our safety first, cutting-edge technology operations and land holdings located in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Maine.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2843
• Job Category Production & Skilled Trades
• Posting Date 06/02/2025, 02:20 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 39C Route 890, Four Corners, NB, E4G 2W1, CA

39C Route 890, Four Corners, NB, E4G 2W1, CA