Great opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor in Powell River, BC…

As a leading North American paper and pulp manufacturer, our client employs 1,800 people at operations in southern British Columbia. Making some of the most environmentally responsible paper in the world requires a diverse team of operators, trades people, engineers and technologists, managers, accountants, IT specialists, human resources and other professionals. Their facilities are located on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia. Working in the paper industry isn’t for everyone. It’s challenging, demanding, competitive and rewarding. If you thrive on solving technical challenges, value growth over stability, appreciate living in some of North America’s most spectacular environments, and want a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work, this may be the place for you!

There is an immediate opening for a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor. Reporting to the Manager, Maintenance this position is accountable for supervising a mixed mechanical trades crew with an objective of safely performing the work necessary to optimize equipment performance and maximize equipment availability. You will work with maintenance and operations teams to continually improve the business, including safety, production, cost and other joint objectives.

Powell River, located on the Sunshine Coast of BC, provides a stimulating blend of outdoor adventure and cultural amenities. Originally founded as a resource extraction centre, Powell River now offers adventurers countless opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, golfing, boating, hiking, biking, fishing, and scuba diving. On the doorstep of both Vancouver and Vancouver Island, the Powell River region offers an array of experiences; the legendary Sunshine Coast Trail, Powell Forest Canoe Route, rock-climb the Eldred Valley, snowshoe in the Knuckleheads; this is the world class destination you’ve long been waiting for.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Up to $105,000 annual salary

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Powell River, British Columbia

Number of Vacancies: 1

Requirements:    A mechanical trade certificate or a technical diploma and/or degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience. Pulp and paper experience is valued, though not a requirement

Responsibilities Include:

-Supervise, preferably with a mixed crew, with safety as an overriding priority.

-Involve people appropriately in problem solving and decision making

-Team build

-Manage performance

-Deal effectively with conflict

-Communicate with all levels of the line-organization

-Organize the workload to meet both short term and long term objectives

-Implement and support Asset Care

Great opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor in Crofton, BC…

As a leading North American paper and pulp manufacturer, our client employs 1,800 people at operations in southern British Columbia. Making some of the most environmentally responsible paper in the world requires a diverse team of operators, trades people, engineers and technologists, managers, accountants, IT specialists, human resources and other professionals. Their facilities are located on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia. Working in the paper industry isn’t for everyone. It’s challenging, demanding, competitive and rewarding. If you thrive on solving technical challenges, value growth over stability, appreciate living in some of North America’s most spectacular environments, and want a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work, this may be the place for you!

Cradled by verdant hillsides and surrounding mountains, the active community of Crofton is situated on the calm waters of Osborne Bay in the Cowichan Valley. This friendly forestry community offers quiet parks, comfortable accommodation and a host of family activities, such as golfing, swimming, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. If this sounds too strenuous, you can just relax in Osborne Bay and watch the sun rise over Saltspring Island. Central to Victoria and Nanaimo, and with ferry access to Saltspring Island, Crofton is a great place from which to base your south island activities.

There is an immediate opening for a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor. Reporting to the Manager, Maintenance this position is accountable for supervising a mixed mechanical trades crew with an objective of safely performing the work necessary to optimize equipment performance and maximize equipment availability. You will work with maintenance and operations teams to continually improve the business, including safety, production, cost and other joint objectives.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Up to $105,000 annual salary

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Crofton, British Columbia

Number of Vacancies: 1

Requirements:    A mechanical trade certificate or a technical diploma and/or degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience. Pulp and paper experience is valued, though not a requirement

Responsibilities Include:

-Supervise, preferably with a mixed crew, with safety as an overriding priority.

-Involve people appropriately in problem solving and decision making

-Team build

-Manage performance

-Deal effectively with conflict

-Communicate with all levels of the line-organization

-Organize the workload to meet both short term and long term objectives

-Implement and support Asset Care

Are you a customer focused, technical expert and leader looking for a career change with a company that provides superior service and is a full facility dealer of International Trucks?  Do you understand the true meaning of customer service and satisfaction?  We are looking for a Service Manager in Dawson Creek, BC for our client, a well- known and respected BC business that offers competitive wages, great health benefits, and a stable working environment.  The Service Manager will also be given the opportunity to attend dealer specific training and conferences.

As the Service Manager you will be responsible for managing a group of 8-11 technicians working in 4 drive-through bays (8 single bays), developing policies and procedures, handling service orders, ongoing training for staff, and developing excellent working relationships with existing and potential customers. You will also be aware of all safety procedures and making sure they are met according to guidelines.

Dawson Creek is a beautiful BC town located 73 kilometers from Fort St. John, 133 km from Grande Prairie and 115 kilometers from Tumbler Ridge. With a full service modern airport there are daily direct flights to Vancouver or Fort Nelson with connections to the world! There is something for everyone in Dawson Creek, including ski facilities, tennis, basketball and, baseball and soccer facilities, lakes and parks, ice arenas, curling rinks and more park land per capita than most communities of a comparative size! Whether you are single or have a family, Dawson Creek is a wonderful place to work and live.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time – Criminal Record Checks will be conducted

Salary:  Up to $100,000 – Depending upon experience

Benefits:

- Relocation:  Relocation will be considered on a per candidate basis

- Company Paid:  100% prescriptions, Eyeglasses – $200 every 2 years, Life insurance – $25,000, and Dental

- Paid by the employee: Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability

Shifts: 8:00am – 5:00 pm (40 hours per week) Monday – Friday

Number of Vacancies: 1

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Dawson Creek, BC

Experience: Experience working with heavy and International trucks preferred. Great management/supervisory/coaching experience is required.  Must possess certification as a Journeyman Commercial Vehicle Transport, Journeyman Truck & Transport Mechanic or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic.

Skills: Must possess exceptional computer skills.  Experience working with “Proceeds” or another similar accounting/service/parts/inventory system preferred.   The candidate must have excellent customer service skills along with great organizational and relationship building abilities.

Are you ready for a career move that will allow you to lead a team and contribute to establishment, integration and delivery of maintenance support for operations at a well- established Metallurgical coal company? We have an incredible opportunity for a Maintenance Superintendent in Vancouver, BC. You will be accountable for the development and optimization of maintenance strategies, the development and alignment of new maintenance  procedures with the existing operation and the establishment of on the ground maintenance support for the Roman operation.

Our client is committed to creating value from coal safely and responsible, growing their business through their attractive program of projects and investing in the communities in which they operate. As part of their growth strategy, the company is developing key coal assets in Canada, including large scale coal projects with considerable capital investment.

The Maintenance Superintendent is accountable for ensuring ensuring that maintenance strategies are developed, optimised and in place prior to ramp up, and the establishment of on-site maintenance support. This requires close collaboration with the project team and the site maintenance team to ensure the effective integration with the existing procedures and methods, and to identify improvement opportunities, whilst  still maintaining a constant focus on providing project context and understanding.

Home to such tourist attractions as the Capilano Suspension Bridge, Stanley Park and Science World, Vancouver, BC is a modern, travel-friendly city surrounded by skyscrapers, beaches and mountains alike. With quick and easy access to Whistler Resort, the Canadian Rockies, Victoria, Vancouver Island, and of course, endless year round water and land sports, whether extreme sport or family fun, find your personal adventure here.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full time

Salary: Depending upon experience

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Location: Vancouver, BC

Number of Vacancies: 1

Experience:  5-10 years of experience in asset management:

• Trade/Engineering supervisory experience
• Development of maintenance systems and strategies
• Project delivery
• Preferred experience – Managed engineering and/or maintenance function in a similar business.

Education: Tertiary qualification in engineering and/or equivalent experience. Post graduate qualifications in Maintenance Management and/or Business preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Planning within Heavy Industry
• Training development and delivery
• Leading change management / improvement programs
• Ellipse / SAP Literate
• R8 Literate
• Mainstay Literate
• APMS
• Proven influencing abilities
• Sound maintenance management and systems skills
• High interpersonal and communications skills
• Demonstrated experience in safely delivering reliability improvements and efficiencies.
• Project Management

Responsibilities Include:

-Act as the maintenance lead for the project team

-Develop the maintenance OR schedule and monitor progress

-Manage the maintenance OR budget and monitor on-going costs

-Provide maintenance specific input for all project deliverables

-Collaborate with key stakeholders to determine and implement the mine maintenance philosophy

-Collaborate with key stakeholders to review, update and implement existing and/or best practice maintenance management processes and procedures.

-Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and optimise equipment maintenance strategies for all new equipment

-Ensure all equipment maintenance strategies are uploaded within R8, and supporting data uploaded within Ellipse prior to site ramp-up.

-Determine the required maintenance manning, facilities, spares holdings and tooling requirements, and provide feedback to the project team

-Determine and document competency and training requirements for all maintenance OR positions.

-Assist with recruitment and training of the maintenance OR team

-Oversee and manage the ramp-up of on-site maintenance support

-Manage the OR Maintenance Team in-line with Anglo HR procedures and Policies.

-Monitor and manage the team’s performance against the objectives of the OR Team

-Contribute to the development of a safe work environment that makes it possible to achieve a Zero Harm objective for all employees.

-Identify and report opportunities for business improvement to system owners

Are you an experienced leader that is dedicated to safety and would like to supervise a dynamic team? If so, we have an exciting opportunity with one of the leading North American paper and pulp manufacturers based in beautiful British Columbia. If you thrive on solving technical challenges, value growth over stability, and seek a competitive salary, this could be the position for you.

Our client makes some of the most environmentally responsible paper in the world requires a diverse team of operators, trades people, engineers and technologists, managers, accountants, IT specialists, human resources and other professionals. Their facilities are located on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia. This is a company that offers challenging, demanding, competitive and rewarding careers.

Reporting to the Manager, Paper Operations, you will be a leader with uncompromising safety standards and will support the manufacturing operations in meeting safety, customer, cost, and productivity objectives.

Powell River, located on the Sunshine Coast of BC, provides a stimulating blend of outdoor adventure and cultural amenities. Originally founded as a resource extraction centre, Powell River now offers adventurers countless opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, golfing, boating, hiking, biking, fishing, and scuba diving. On the doorstep of both Vancouver and Vancouver Island, the Powell River region offers an array of experiences; the legendary Sunshine Coast Trail, Powell Forest Canoe Route, rock-climb the Eldred Valley, snowshoe in the Knuckleheads; this is the world class destination you’ve long been waiting for.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: $110,000- $115,000 per year depending upon experience

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Powell River, BC

Number of Vacancies: 1

Requirements:  

•Interpersonal skills which includes good communication skills and the ability to develop and train others.
•A demonstrated ability to lead change including driving improvements toward a safe work culture with a customer and quality focus.
•Technical Competency – problem-solving abilities, planning skills, supervisory experiences and papermaking knowledge and experience.
•Working knowledge of mechanical pulping and papermaking processes.
Responsibilities Include:

•Ensure and develop standards of safe work behaviour, practices and plant condition
•Resolve operational shift issues including safety, environment, communication, morale, quality, productivity, cost management and maintenance prioritization.
•Coordinate crew shift activities for the mill site.
•Perform troubleshooting in conjunction with workers as required.

Great opportunity for an E&I Planner in Crofton, B.C

As a leading North American paper and pulp manufacturer, Our Client employs 1,800 people at operations in southern British Columbia. Making some of the most environmentally responsible paper in the world requires a diverse team of operators, trades people, engineers and technologists, managers, accountants, IT specialists, human resources and other professionals. Their facilities are located on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia. Working in the paper industry isn’t for everyone. It’s challenging, demanding, competitive and rewarding. If you thrive on solving technical challenges, value growth over stability, appreciate living in some of North America’s most spectacular environments, and want a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work, this may be the place for you!

Cradled by verdant hillsides and surrounding mountains, the active community of Crofton is situated on the calm waters of Osborne Bay in the Cowichan Valley. This friendly forestry community offers quiet parks, comfortable accommodation and a host of family activities, such as golfing, swimming, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. If this sounds too strenuous, you can just relax in Osborne Bay and watch the sun rise over Saltspring Island. Central to Victoria and Nanaimo, and with ferry access to Saltspring Island, Crofton is a great place from which to base your south island activities. We have an immediate opening for an E/I Planner. You will work with maintenance and operations teams to continually improve the business, including safety, production, cost and other joint objectives.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: $80,000 to $100,000 Depending upon experience

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Crofton, British Columbia

Number of Vacancies: 1

Requirements:A mechanical trade certificate or a technical diploma and/or degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience. Pulp and paper experience is valued, though not a requirement

Responsibilities:

•Expertly navigate computerized maintenance management systems

. •Use records cataloguing to build and maintain asset history.

•Develop work quality control standards and incorporate such quality checks in check-out and commissioning plans.

•Perform task and job risk assessments and incorporate risk mitigation in the maintenance plans.

•Manage own time well.

•Effectively run meetings.

•Develop purchasing and contract specifications, including selecting appropriate and correct technical standards and specifying special deliver requirements to protect items and parts reliability.

•Competently develops bar charts and PERT diagrams.

•Proficient at manpower and resource leveling

Are you a Safety Manager or Supervisor looking for a new opportunity to be a part of a well-established company which truly believes in safety and has budget for it? If so, we have a great opportunity with a company that is dedicated to its employees and committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, metallurgical coal, zinc and energy. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary and benefits package as well as be part of a dynamic company located in beautiful BC.

Our client is Canada’s largest diversified mining, mineral processing and metallurgical company. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, they are a world leader in the production of copper, steelmaking coal and zinc, molybdenum and specialty metals, with interests in several oil sands development assets. Committed to creating value for its shareholders while continually improving performance, our client is a responsible corporate citizen and leader in the industry.

Reporting to the Superintendent, Employee Relations, the Safety and Loss Control Supervisor will assist with the administration of a comprehensive health and safety program.

This mining operation located in southeastern British Columbia, about 27 kilometres north of Sparwood, BC. Most employees live locally in Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie or the Crowsnest Pass. These communities offer exceptional opportunities for recreation in both summer and winter, all within the setting of the picturesque Rocky Mountains of southeastern B.C. and the Alberta foothills.

Terms of Employment: Permanent Full-Time

Salary:  $80,000- $90,000 Depending upon experience

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Location: Sparwood, BC

Number of Vacancies: 1

Qualifications:

-Minimum 5 years related experience in the management of a safety team

-Possess a CRSP designation or willing to achieve this designation

-Mining or heavy industry experience is preferred

-Proficient with the Microsoft Office® package:  Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

-Ability to multi-task and keep accurate records

Responsibilities include:

-Managing and mentoring a team of safety personnel including Safety Coordinators, Loss Prevention Officers and Security Gate personnel

-Provide technical support and functional leadership to site departments and personnel in areas related to health and safety

-Ensure adequate Emergency Response requirements are met.

-Provide guidance and recommendation to contractor safety initiatives

-Updating and maintaining the sites Workplace Monitoring Program including statistical analysis

-Guide and mentor the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee

-Develop, coordinate and conduct necessary Safety Training, Audits and Inspections

-Maintain site and corporate Safety Reporting requirements

-Sustaining the Health & Safety Management program that supports managing safe work and work place hazard communication

We are looking for an outstanding, hands-on IT Systems Administrator for our rural client with almost 60 years of service history with an established customer base.  Our client is located in picturesque Rocky Mountain House, Alberta and provides power distribution, wireless internet and IT services throughout West Central Alberta.  The company is focused on employee development and dedicated to making the workplace a welcoming environment.  This position offers an interactive career in a stimulating environment and a competitive salary.

Rocky Mountain House, AB is a tranquil town located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.  The town is a 2.5 hour drive from Calgary; close enough for the occasional getaway! There are plenty of recreational activities including: white water drafting, trail riding, canoeing, and fishing.

The IT Systems Administrator will be responsible for ensuring customer’s server, desktop and mobile systems are operating efficiently and are able to effectively communicate and manage data. They and a small team will be responsible for developing sales and delivering excellent service to internal and external customers.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Negotiable

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Rocky Mountain House, AB

Skills and Experience:

- 1-3 years of IT experience is preferred

- Experience documenting and maintaining configuration and process information

- Hands-on software and hardware trouble shooting experience; and

- Strong knowledge of local area network administration

- Working technical knowledge of current systems software, protocols, and standards, including firewalls, Active Directory, SharePoint, etc.

- Strong working technical knowledge of networks, desk/laptops, and MS-Windows operating systems and network systems including switches, routers, firewalls, VPN, etc.

Education:

- A College Diploma or University Degree in the field of Computer Science or related work experience is required

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Implement desktop and server systems that utilize industry best practices to meet customer objectives

- Deploying networks and related devices and services, servers, monitoring systems, services, firewalls, encryption systems, and all host security systems

- Assist with managing small Networks, related devices, and servers

- Role out communications and connection solutions, including desk/laptop connectivity, LANS, intranet, and Internet applications

-Ensuring the integrity and security of enterprise data on computers, servers and during data transfer in accordance to business needs and industry best-practices regarding privacy, security, and regulatory compliance;

-Managing end user accounts, permissions, access rights, and storage allocations in accordance with best-practices regarding privacy, security, and regulatory compliance;

-Performing and testing routine system backups and restores;

- Anticipating, mitigating, identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving hardware and software problems on servers, input/output fleet, and workstations

- Practicing network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information

- Analyzing system, server, application, network, and input/output device performance

- Recommending, scheduling, and performing software and hardware improvements, upgrades, patches, reconfigurations, and purchases

- Conducting research on emerging products, services, protocols, and standards in support of systems software procurement and development efforts

Would you like to work with a dynamic, outgoing, enthusiastic and collaborative team of professionals while earning an excellent salary and benefits package?  Our client is looking for a Recruiter for their Human Resources Department located in Sparwood, BC. As a Recruiter, you will be responsible for a wide range of responsibilities while working for company that values work life balance and is located in in one of the most beautiful locations in Canada.

Our client is Canada’s largest diversified mining, mineral processing and metallurgical company. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, they are a world leader in the production of copper, steelmaking coal and zinc, molybdenum and specialty metals, with interests in several oil sands development assets. Committed to creating value for its shareholders while continually improving performance, our client is a responsible corporate citizen and leader in the industry.

Reporting to the Supervisor of Recruitment, the Recruiter will be responsible for working with the Central Recruiting and Human Resources Teams to support the hiring initiatives of the company. You will work with a large, dynamic, outgoing, enthusiastic and collaborative team of professionals dedicated to all recruitment activities.

Terms of Employment: Permanent Full-Time

Salary:  Depending Upon Experience

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Location: Sparwood, BC

Number of Vacancies: 1

Qualifications:

-Business or related degree is required

-Minimum 3 years of Recruitment or Human Resources experience is strongly preferred

-Ability to work in a high paced, high energy, team based environment where superior interpersonal, social skills, communication skills and professional etiquette are required

-Comfortable with public speaking in front of large audiences

-Strong problem solving, organizational and multi-tasking skills are a must

-Comprehensive computer skills

-Ability to operate with very high levels of integrity and confidentiality

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must

Responsibilities include:

-Filling all staff and hourly placements

-Utilizing the full recruitment lifecycle to ensure the highest quality of candidates are placed

- Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with all Hiring Managers and Human Resources

-Taking ownership and managing support teams to ensure pre-employment requirements are completed, including reference checks and drug screens

-Maintaining computer based recruitment tools, including online tracking systems, posting and advertising, job descriptions, interview profiles, screening criteria, selection documentation, applicant correspondence, job offer letters, and reports as needed

-Assisting with the execution of the Foreign Recruitment Program

-Assisting with the nationwide Campus Recruitment Program

-Managing Central Recruitment’s preferred vendors list, along with all other agency relationships as required Manage high level sourcing strategies, including SEM, print / online / social media, coordination of career fairs and industry events

-Daily and / or long term travel as required

-Ensuring recruitment activities are carried out in compliance with Canadian law

We have an exciting opportunity for Crusher Superintendent with a heavy construction and quarry company located in in the beautiful Northwest Territories of Canada. You will have the opportunity to work for a company that has been in business for over 25 years, offers a competitive wage and benefits package and greatly values its employees, its clients and the North!

With locations in Hay River and Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories our client employs approximately 60 seasonal staff as well as 20 full time staff. It is company policy to not only buy local but to re-invest profits back into the north. This policy has helped to not only develop the local market, but has also seen the company asset base grow to approximately 3.5 million dollars.

As the Crusher Superintendent, you will be responsible for running a crusher crew of approximately 10-15 labourers as well as overseeing the operation of various types of equipment including crushers, loaders and operators. You will have supervisory experience and be responsible for reporting to engineers as well meeting client requirements.

Hay River, Northwest Territories, known as “the hub of the north”, is located on the south shore of Great Slave Lake, at the mouth of the Hay River. Along with Fort Smith, Hay River is one of two regional centres and has many amenities including a full hospital, a dental clinic, airline services, and schools. Hay River was the first community to be linked with Southern Canada and was first populated by the First Nations “Long Spear People” as far back as 7000 BC.

Terms of Employment: Permanent Full-Time

Salary:  $28-$30 per hour plus benefits after 3 months. Overtime paid at time and a half up to 12 hours. Weekends paid at time and a half.

Shifts: 6 weeks on 2 weeks off, transportation, camp and food provided

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Location: Hay River, Northwest Territories

Number of Vacancies: 2

Experience/ Qualifications:

-Supervisory experience required

-Experience running a crusher crew preferred

-Commercial license preferred (Must have Class 5 driver’s license)

-Must have experience running crusher equipment

Responsibilities include:

-Adjusting screens to meet client requirements

-Give reports to engineer to meet specs

-Responsible for Trucks piling and placing, loaders, and operators

-Running crusher crew of 10-15 people

We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Planner at our client’s North Vancouver facility. A chemical manufacturing and handling company, our client has been serving customers for more than half a century and is committed to providing efficient low-cost operations, strategic growth, quality service and safe, sustainable operating practices. The ideal candidate will not only receive a competitive compensation and benefits package but the opportunity to work for an employer that respects, recognizing and rewards its employees.

With four plants in Canada and two in Brazil, our client produces sodium chlorate and chlor-alkali products largely for the pulp and paper and water treatment industries as well as hydrocarbon transloading services to the oil and gas industry. Operating around their core values of reputation, results, resources and relationships, our client values the principles of diversity and integrity and seeks to provide a safe, challenging and rewarding work experience.  Employees are recognized formally and informally through recognition and service awards programs.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Planner is responsible for ensuring that the work completed during scheduled or unscheduled outages and major equipment overhauls is performed safely, efficiently and with no environmental impact. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for estimating and planning the work within its scheduled outage window with all required materials, tools and resources (internal and external) available at the time of execution.

The moment you arrive in the City of North Vancouver, you are welcomed by nature. With views of the majestic North Shore Mountains and the glistening waters of the Burrard Inlet, North Vancouver is only a 12-minute SeaBus ride away from the City of Vancouver. From there, the rest of the Lower Mainland is yours to explore – by car, bus, rapid transit or ferry. Home to such tourist attractions as the Capilano Suspension Bridge, Stanley Park and Science World, Vancouver, BC is a modern, travel-friendly city surrounded by skyscrapers, beaches and mountains alike. With quick and easy access to Whistler Resort, the Canadian Rockies, Victoria, Vancouver Island, and of course, endless year round water and land sports, whether extreme sport or family fun, find your personal adventure here.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Depending upon experience. Bonus is targeted at 12% however depending on corporate performance and individual performance could go as high as a maximum of 24%. 3 weeks of vacation per year and 8 flex days per year (pro-rated based on start date).

Shifts: Monday – Friday, 8 hours a day, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia

Number of Vacancies: 1

Experience: Minimum of five years of experience in an industrial maintenance setting is required

Education:

- Interprovincial Trade TQ or Chemical/Mechanical Engineering Technologist Diploma or an equivalent combination of Industrial Maintenance experience and training

- Maintenance Planner Certification/Designation

Skills and Abilities:

- Must be proficient with computer hardware and common MS office software

- Must be familiar with common computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), SAP preferred

- Must be familiar with computerized scheduling software

- Must have excellent communication skills

Responsibilities Include:

- Plan and/or coordinate scheduled or unscheduled outages and major equipment overhauls

- Purchase and/or coordinate required materials and services (internal or external) in order to successfully execute Major equipment PM’s and Turnaround work within the allotted outage windows.

- Ensure that major equipment PM program is effective, formalized, dynamic, periodically audited for currency and effectiveness (frequency, PSM elements, cost/benefit, procedure, feedback process, reliability & industry best practices, etc.).

- Develop tools and methods to formalize and continuously improve shutdown organization and major equipment overhaul.

- Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, Company policies, safety and environmental standards, and good housekeeping and Responsible Care practices.

- Manage the predictive maintenance programs (vibration and oil analysis)

- Assist maintenance Supervisor with preventative and corrective maintenance activities to achieve plant objectives.

- Perform special project work and/or administrative assignments as required.

- Identify, propose and implement miscellaneous maintenance improvement opportunities.

- Understands and fulfils responsibilities outlined in the Quality Management System.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Superintendent at our client’s Burns Lake plant location. Working for the longest established pellet producer in Western Canada, the ideal candidate will be a part of an environmentally responsible company that shares a vision of supporting BC communities. Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, a positive work environment and career advancement opportunities.

Located in the heart of the lumber industry in central B.C., Canada, our client has access to an excellent and abundant source of raw materials and produces a variety of products including softwood pellet fuel, animal bedding, sorbent as well as custom products for companies in their packaging. Distributing domestically and overseas, our client has six pellet plants across BC with a production capacity well over 1 million tons annually.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Superintendent will lead all maintenance activities at our client’s Burns Lake facility in order to meet objectives and targets including driving safe work practices, improving reliability and reducing costs. The Maintenance Superintendent is also responsible for coaching and developing employees to safely achieve cost effective results and optimize their performance.

Burns Lake, BC is located about 222 km west of Prince George on Highway 16. The village, surrounded by nature, has a diverse population of 3,614 residents and serves a surrounding area of approximately 10,000 residents in the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako. Burns Lake boasts world-class mountain bike trails as well as public docks, fitness stations, boat launches, cross-country skiing and downhill trails. It is also home to a local airport, schools and full access to healthcare facilities.

Terms of Employment: Permanent/ Full time

Salary: $95,000-$120,000 per year depending upon experience plus up to $12,000 bonus based on performance, safety, and production. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, extended health care benefits and life insurance.

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Location: Burns Lake, BC

Number of Vacancies: 1

Experience:  Management experience and industrial manufacturing expertise required. Experience working with scrubber systems and rotary dryers preferred. Experience in a large resource-based industry with at least 5 years of experience as a supervisor or similar role managing maintenance crews in a unionized workforce involving various trades.

Education: High school diploma or degree in a business technical field.

Skills and Abilities:

- Drives safety performance through active leadership, advocacy, mentoring and coaching

- Displays consistent leadership behaviour (leads with integrity, honesty and discretion).

- Demonstrates commitment or action towards the organization’s goals. – Sets and achieves challenging goals.

- Demonstrates faith in abilities of others and involves them in decision making procedures.

- Facilitates employees to recognize developmental needs and opportunities; create plans to address these opportunities, obtains needed resources, and follows through to achieve developmental goals.

-Structures and conveys ideas and information, both verbally and in writing, in a way that brings about understanding, commitment and results.

-Ensures that employees understand and fulfill their work responsibilities and roles.

- Ability to inspire commitment, high energy, and a positive attitude in others through one’s presence and actions Work Experience & Education.

-Demonstrates exceptional safe working habits and good working knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations.

Responsibilities Include:

-Managing employees, contractors, equipment, and work conditions to ensure employees work safe and in an environmentally responsible manner.

-Facilitating and promoting a safe and positive working environment for all employees under their direction.

-Providing leadership in safe work performance and quality workmanship. -Ensuring that machine uptime is maintained at the highest possible standard.

-Coaching, training and supporting team members to attain optimum results.

-Sponsoring and facilitating change through recognizing, initiating, supporting and accepting responsibility for change management to ensure best practices are utilized to support the business.

-Other responsibilities as directed.

Would you like to work for a world leader in construction technologies and innovations in a very dynamic role? Our client is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee projects across Canada based out of beautiful Calgary, Alberta. This is an exciting opportunity and offers a competitive salary and Living Out Allowance as well as the opportunity for travel.

Our client’s techniques are used in Canada for dam construction, environmental protection in oil sands, bridge foundations and retaining walls for real estate development. The cornerstones of the company include safe work practices, extraordinary quality and workmanship, the newest and most reliable equipment, and technical knowledge which are reflected by the very high customer satisfaction rate in Canada.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Project Manager is responsible for ensuring the successful completion of specific projects and their profitability. The successful candidate will have a variety of responsibilities including but not limited to: providing financial and technical direction for projects, purchasing, planning, scheduling, estimating project, coaching and directing performance of personnel, and maintaining safety standards.

Calgary, Alberta is located near the banks of the Bow River and the spectacular Rocky Mountains. Home of the Calgary Stampede, this dynamic city draws more than a million people every year. From superb cuisine, to museums, galleries, a University and colleges, the city offers a truly remarkable experience. Experience Calgary’s outdoors for skiing, snowboarding, golfing, fishing, or horseback riding or visit legendary attractions such as the Calgary Tower, the Scotiabank Saddledome and Eau Claire Market.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: $90,000- $130,000 per year (depending upon experience)

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Calgary, AB

Number of Vacancies: 1

Education: Engineering Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Experience:
-Ten years of experience in construction project management with a focus on specialized foundation technology (mandatory)
-Solid project management experience including finance, cost controls, computer experience is essential
-Foundations, piling and drilling experience is essential
-Minimum of 4 years’ experience managing and supervising field and office staff

Skills and Abilities:
-Financial expertise within construction-based projects
-Superior communication, problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills.
-Solid computer skills

Responsibilities & Duties:
-Provides overall financial and technical direction for a project including budgetary responsibilities
-Review and approve estimates for sub-contractors
-Purchasing responsibilities including submitting PO’s
-Ensures that the project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule
-Responsible for planning, scheduling and estimating on projects
-Controls expenditures on projects, interprets the project specifications and scope to all disciplines
-Reviews and approves drawings to ensure conformity with project specifications, company practices and good engineering practices
-Prepares and updates engineering control documents
-Monitors design changes and contract extras
-Participates in proposal development as required
-Assists reviews and negotiates contracts with Managing Director
-Selects key personnel for the project in conjunction with the Manager, Human Resources
-Coaches and provides direction to, and reviews the performance of personnel reporting directly
-Monitors and controls progress, costs and budgets throughout the project
-Reviews each project’s progress with the project staff as the project proceeds
-Ensures that project staff understands the company’s operating policies and practices, and applies these appropriately
-Maintains safety standards in all aspects of each project

Would you like to work for one of the world leaders in new construction technologies and innovations in a dynamic role? Our client is currently seeking an Operations Manager to oversee projects across Canada based out of beautiful Calgary, Alberta. This is an exciting opportunity and offers a competitive salary, the opportunity for occasional travel and a safe work environment.

Our client’s techniques are used in Canada for dam construction, environmental protection in oil sands, bridge foundations and retaining walls for real estate development. The cornerstones of the company include safe work practices, extraordinary quality and workmanship, the newest and most reliable equipment, and technical knowledge which are reflected by the very high satisfaction rate in Canada.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing projects across Canada, setting strategic direction of the company, managing project managers and site engineers, providing expertise to the tendering process, working closely with estimators and building relationships with existing and prospective clients.

Calgary is located in Alberta, Canada and is located near the banks of the Bow River and the spectacular Rocky Mountains. Home of the Calgary Stampede, this dynamic city draws more than a million people every year. From superb cuisine, to museums, galleries, a University and colleges, the city offers a truly remarkable experience. Experience Calgary’s outdoors for skiing, snowboarding, golfing, fishing, or horseback riding or visit legendary attractions such as the Calgary Tower, the Scotiabank Saddledome and Eau Claire Market.
Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Approximately $150,000.00 annually (depending upon experience)

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Calgary, AB

Number of Vacancies: 1

Education: 4 year engineering degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience:
-10 or more combined years of Civil project estimating, supervision, and project management experience is required
- Must possess expertise in civil construction: piling, structures, etc.
- Experience working as a Supervisor/Superintendent for a foundation piling company would be an asset

Skills and Abilities:
-Must possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written, with the ability to assist with the production of highly professional proposals and presentations.
-Demonstrated ability to successfully lead professionals within the construction industry
Responsibilities & Duties:
-Oversees foundation/piling projects across Canada
- Manages Project Managers and Site Engineers
- Provides expertise to the tendering process, working closely with Estimators
- Builds relationships with existing and prospective clients

Great opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor in Crofton, BC.

As a leading North American paper and pulp manufacturer, our Client employs 1,800 people at operations in southern British Columbia. Making some of the most environmentally responsible paper in the world requires a diverse team of operators, trades people, engineers and technologists, managers, accountants, IT specialists, human resources and other professionals.

Their facilities are located on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia. Working in the paper industry isn’t for everyone. It’s challenging, demanding, competitive and rewarding. If you thrive on solving technical challenges, value growth over stability, appreciate living in some of North America’s most spectacular environments, and want a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work, this may be the place for you!

Cradled by verdant hillsides and surrounding mountains, the active community of Crofton is situated on the calm waters of Osborne Bay in the Cowichan Valley. This friendly forestry community offers quiet parks, comfortable accommodation and a host of family activities, such as golfing, swimming, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. If this sounds too strenuous, you can just relax in Osborne Bay and watch the sun rise over Salt spring Island. Central to Victoria and Nanaimo and with ferry access to Salt spring Island, Crofton is a great place from which to base your south island activities.

There is an immediate opening for a Supervisor, Maintenance Mechanical. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this position is accountable for supervising a mixed mechanical trade’s crew with an objective of safely performing the work necessary to optimize equipment performance and maximize equipment availability. You will work with maintenance and operations teams to continually improve the business, including safety, production, cost and other joint objectives.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Up to $105,000 annual salary

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Crofton, British Columbia

Number of Vacancies: 1

Requirements: A mechanical trade certificate or a technical diploma and/or degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience. Pulp and paper experience is valued, though not a requirement.

Responsibilities Include:
-Supervise, preferably with a mixed crew, with safety as an overriding priority.
-Involve people appropriately in problem solving and decision making
-Team build
-Manage performance
-Deal effectively with conflict
-Communicate with all levels of the line-organization
-Organize the workload to meet both short term and long term objectives
-Implement and support Asset Care

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to settle down in the picturesque town of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia…

Our client is one of the leading metallurgical mining organizations on the world. They currently own eight coal mines which are situated in Canada, the US and the UK. All of the mines are near well-developed infrastructure for transportation to the global seaborne metallurgical coal market or regional domestic markets. They have combined proven and probable reserves of 189.7 million tones and measured and indicated resources of 341.8 million tones. They value safety, integrity, and empowered employees.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Senior Maintenance Planner is responsible for overall continuous development of the maintenance and reliability programs to ensure maximum availability of equipment.  The position is responsible for planned maintenance of all mobile equipment.
This position is located in Tumbler Ridge. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky and Hart Ranges, on a plateau above the confluence of three rivers, Tumbler Ridge is a wonderful wilderness haven and the gateway to Monkman Provincial Park. Hiking, fishing, canoeing, alpine meadows and numerous waterfalls in remote locations will fill your day in the great Canadian outdoors. With modern facilities of every kind, Tumbler Ridge affords its residents major amenities found in larger urban centers, within a beautiful rural community; you will find everything they need in this flourishing community.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Permanent, Full Time

SALARY: $82,000-$95,000/yr with an additional $6,000/yr Northern Living Allowance.

BENEFITS: 10 personal paid days on top of vacation.  $300/yr Health and Lifestyle benefit (gym membership, golf membership, yoga, etc.) In addition, there is a comprehensive  benefit package which contains extended health, dental, long and short term disability, group RRSP plan, employee share purchase plan, life insurance, a confidential employee and family assistance program, and annual incentive bonus.

SHIFTS: 5 days on 2 days off

START DATE: As soon as possible

LOCATION: Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia

VACANCIES: 1
EDUCATION: A degree or diploma in a technical field or Inter-Provincial Red Seal Certificate trade qualification in a related field is required.
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of five (5) years practical experience in planning and scheduling both short and long term maintenance initiatives.
- Previous supervisory experience complimented with a proven work record in preventative, predictive, and reliability maintenance programs in a mining environment.
- Experience with computerized maintenance system is required.
- Strong problem solving capabilities
- Proven ability to build strong working relationships, internally and externally
- Effective verbal and listening communication skills;
- Strong motivational and leadership skills
- Team Player with a positive attitude
- Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity skills;
- Demonstrate a dedication to the position and the organization;
- Demonstrate sound work ethics; and
- Be consistent and fair in decision making process.
- Proven conflict management skills

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
- Mine equipment maintenance systems and operations
- Mine reliability programs
- Knowledgeable in mine equipment, standards, policies, procedures and processes;
- Know and understand mine equipment maintenance safety standards;
- Preparation of maintenance budgets, work schedules and performance reports;
- Understanding of short and long term maintenance planning objectives.
- Materials ordering and coordination procedures

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Health and Safety
- Ensure adherence to workplace policies and standard work procedures for risk identification, risk assessment and risk control;
- Maintain a high level of Health and Safety performance through effective communication, monitoring and revision of standard work procedures.
- Identification and reporting of health and safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries and property damage at the workplace; and
- Investigate accidents and near misses with a view toward positive action, through training,
- Improve on safety standards by participating in safety meetings, conducting safety interactions and taking corrective action where required
Environment
- Ensure adherence to environmental policy, work standards, management plans and regulatory obligations and requirements;
- Integrate environmental policies, programs, and practices into all activities of the organization;

Process Management

- Provide leadership to the maintenance planning function, ensuring work is being completed in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
- Develop and manage the mine maintenance and reliability program by determining the specific maintenance work required to maximize the availability of equipment at minimum cost with minimum unplanned maintenance
- Coordinate resources to maintain and enhance critical equipment performance and availability through best business practices.
- Establish good working relationships with other departments.
- Liaise with various suppliers to discuss maintenance, spare parts, and new products.

Section Resource Utilization

- Ensure that all records on machine utilization (i.e. hours, pre-start checklists and utilized hours, are recorded on a daily basis.)
- Analyze trends and make adjustments to daily operational plans as necessary.
- Ensure achievement of maintenance targets by maintaining operational standards in area of responsibility.
- Participate in the development and management of the annual budget

Planning Effectiveness

- Review daily, weekly and monthly maintenance, reliability and operations schedules and performance reports within timelines established by the Maintenance Manager
- In consultation with the Maintenance Department to develop for approval maintenance budgets
- Implement and follow up on standard operating procedures to ensure the safe and effective operation of the section.
- Implement actions to optimize maintenance planning processes to improve performance and attain efficiency targets in the areas of: equipment availability and utilization, and material consumption.
- Participate actively with the maintenance group to support the development of optimum maintenance plans.
- Develop and implement area work ownership with resources to maintain appropriate balance of workload with priority to equipment availability.
- Continuously develop and improve the overall Maintenance and Reliability programs
- Ensure short and long term maintenance, reliability, and operations plans and schedules align with the Mine’s strategic direction and goals

Great opportunity for an E&I Planner in Port Alberni, BC…

As a leading North American paper and pulp manufacturer, Our Client employs 1,800 people at operations in southern British Columbia. Making some of the most environmentally responsible paper in the world requires a diverse team of operators, trades people, engineers and technologists, managers, accountants, IT specialists, human resources and other professionals. Their facilities are located on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia. Working in the paper industry isn’t for everyone. It’s challenging, demanding, competitive and rewarding. If you thrive on solving technical challenges, value growth over stability, appreciate living in some of North America’s most spectacular environments, and want a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work, this may be the place for you!

Port Alberni is a waterfront community at the heart of the west coast of Vancouver Island. It is situated at the end of a 48 km long inlet and offers access to wilderness so amazing, you will only realize it when you’re there. As a gateway to the West Coast of Vancouver Island and the Pacific Rim National Park, Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds, world class diving and the incredible sport-fishing available, the surroundings are incredible. Surging rivers filled with salmon and trout compete for attention with a rain forest of giant trees towering more than 61 m (200 ft) into the heavens.  The City of Port Alberni offers a deep sea port, beautiful waterfront quays, an airport, a new hospital, shopping mall, casino, and a well-developed array of recreational facilities and a vast supporting infrastructure often found in much larger cities.

We have an immediate opening for an E/I Planner. You will work with maintenance and operations teams to continually improve the business, including safety, production, cost and other joint objectives.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 Depending upon experience

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Port Alberni, British Columbia

Number of Vacancies: 1

Requirements:A mechanical trade certificate or a technical diploma and/or degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience. Pulp and paper experience is valued, though not a requirement

Responsibilities:

•Expertly navigate computerized maintenance management systems.

•Use records cataloguing to build and maintain asset history.

•Develop work quality control standards and incorporate such quality checks in check-out and commissioning plans.

•Perform task and job risk assessments and incorporate risk mitigation in the maintenance plans.

•Manage own time well.

•Effectively run meetings.

•Develop purchasing and contract specifications, including selecting appropriate and correct technical standards and specifying special deliver requirements to protect items and parts reliability.

•Competently develops bar charts and PERT diagrams.

•Proficient at manpower and resource leveling

Our Client is one of the leading metallurgical mining organizations on the world. They currently own eight coal mines which are situated in Canada, the US and the UK. All of the mines are near well-developed infrastructure for transportation to the global seaborne metallurgical coal market or regional domestic markets. They have combined proven and probable reserves of 189.7 million tones and measured and indicated resources of 341.8 million tones. They value safety, integrity, and empowered employees.

We are looking for Maintenance Supervisor to fill first line supervisory positions. You will be responsible for a group of multi-skilled trades people to ensure preventative maintenance and repairs are completed in a safe and cost effective manner. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate their ability to manage people through strong leadership and have experience in heavy equipment maintenance specifically in the mining sector.

This position is located in Tumbler Ridge. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky and Hart Ranges, on a plateau above the confluence of three rivers, Tumbler Ridge is a wonderful wilderness haven and the gateway to Monkman Provincial Park. Hiking, fishing, canoeing, alpine meadows and numerous waterfalls in remote locations will fill your day in the great Canadian outdoors. With modern facilities of every kind, Tumbler Ridge affords its residents major amenities found in larger urban centers, within a beautiful rural community; you will find everything they need in this flourishing community.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Base salary range is $85K – $97K. Northern Living Allowance provides an additional $6,000/year

Benefits:

10 personal paid days on top of vacation. $300.00/year� Health and Lifestyle benefit (gym membership, golf membership, yoga, etc.) In addition, there is a comprehensive benefit package which contains extended health, dental, long and short term disability, group RRSP plan, employee share purchase plan, life insurance, a confidential employee and family assistance program, and annual incentive bonus.

Hours: To be determined

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia

Education: Certification as a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic, Millwright, Electrician, Welder, or significant relevant experience is an asset.

Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience in an open pit mining environment

Must come from a background in Heavy Duty Mechanics.

Excellent management and people skills

Proven ability to motivate employees to work safely and achieve operational targets

Analytical and problem solving skills

Decision making skills

Negotiations skills

Literacy skills including the ability to read manuals and regulatory requirements

Effective verbal and listening communication skills

Computer skills include use of Microsoft Software packages

Stress and time management skills.

Technical Competencies and Skills:

Knowledgeable in mine operations standards, policies, procedures and processes

Ability to take full responsibility with minimum supervision for safety, production and quality of mine operations

Know and understand mine equipment safety standards

Preparation of work schedules and performance reports

Understanding of short and long term planning objectives.

Responsibilities:

You will be expected to reach annual targets and budgets

You will be accountable for health and safety, adhere to environmental policies, and implementation of operational plans and objectives

You will have leadership and problem solving duties

You will build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders