Mechanical Engineering Co-op
Top Benefits
About the role
Thank you for your interest in our career opportunities!
Any available opportunity we have will be posted here. You can apply by submitting your resume using the form at the bottom of the page. You can also send your resume to our Human Resources team at careers@alpac.ca. Make sure to include the name of the job you are applying for in your email. Thank you to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying; however, we will only contact applicants selected for interviews.
Please note, we have two workplaces, our Edmonton Office and our Millsite in Athabasca County. The posting will include the primary location of the position.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
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Director, Indigenous Relations
POSTING DATE: October 08, 2025
CLOSING DATE: October 21, 2025
JOB NUMBER: 2025-80
HYBRID WORK: Eligible
POSITION TYPE: Permanent
LOCATION: Athabasca County, Alberta
Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a dynamic people leader for the role of Director, Indigenous Relations to work out of our mill site near Athabasca, Alberta. This role requires regular travel to our St. Albert office and within our forest management area, that covers most of northeastern Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading Al-Pac’s Indigenous Relations team to develop and implement the company’s Indigenous Relations Strategy. This role is central to building and maintaining respectful, long-term partnerships with Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations across Northern Alberta. It ensures these important relationships align with Al-Pac’s commitments to environmental stewardship, community engagement and overall strategic goals. Key responsibilities include building working relationships, leading and guiding community engagement and consultation initiatives, providing expert advice to senior leadership on Indigenous relations matters, and promoting cultural awareness across the organization.
Who Are We?
Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.
Role Responsibilities
- Lead the development and sustainment of the Indigenous Relations strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and community engagement commitments.
- Build and maintain relationships with Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations across Northern Alberta.
- Promote cultural awareness within the organization through training, dialogue, and leadership and team member engagement.
- Advise senior leadership and Al-Pac’s board of directors on Indigenous relations matters.
- Lead and foster collaboration across all levels of the organization to ensure that Al-Pac’s Indigenous Relations Strategy is well understood and incorporated into departmental business planning, project planning and operations.
- Lead and guide Indigenous community engagement initiatives in alignment with Al-Pac’s Indigenous Relations Strategy.
- Guide consultation initiatives, including regulatory consultation activities.
- Support enterprise certification initiatives, including managing Al-Pac’s Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations certification.
- Represent the company in external forums, including industry associations, multi-stakeholder groups and government consultations.
Role Requirements
- Preferred post-secondary degree in Indigenous Studies, Business, Social Sciences or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Indigenous relations, stakeholder engagement, or community development.
- Proven track record of building strong relationships with Indigenous communities, governments and organizations.
- Strong understanding of Indigenous history, cultures, governance structures, and legal frameworks in Canada.
- Demonstrated experience in consultation with Indigenous communities on major project development within the forestry, manufacturing, or industrial industries is an asset.
Other
- Deep understanding of Indigenous governance structures, cultures and histories.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
- Strategic thinking and ability to align long-term vision with operational execution.
- Knowledge of co-operative models and community development practices.
- Familiarity with regulatory environments, government relations, and consultation requirements.
- Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder environments with diplomacy and authenticity.
- Comfortable with regular travel and working outside of regular business hours.
What We Offer
- A competitive annual salary including a company-paid pension at 7% and matching RRSP up to 3%.
- Company-paid dental and extended health benefits, including a health care and taxable spending account and supplemental life insurance.
- Compressed work schedule (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
- Hybrid Work Arrangement Program, depending on eligibility.
- Four week’s annual vacation to start, increasing with years of service.
- Relocation Assistance Program, depending on eligibility.
- Team-based culture that encourages work-life balance.
Legal Statement
Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Mechanical Engineering Co-op
POSTING DATE: October 01 2025
JOB NUMBER: 2025-77
POSITION TYPE: Non-permanent, 8-month contract
LOCATION: Boyle, AB (Athabasca, County)
Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and supportive team player for the role of Mechanical Engineering Co-Op to work with our Engineering Team. The role will allow you the opportunity to see, learn and implement engineering skills in a large plant environment.
This is a non-permanent, 8-month contract position based at the mill site near Boyle, AB. The contract term will be from January to August 2026. This role will operate on a Monday-Thursday schedule, working ten (10) hours per day. You will be provided a project worklist detailing objectives and support from those within the site team. You will work in our Team System, experiencing the support and assistance of people at all levels of the organization. A direct mentor will also be assigned that can provide day to day support, direction and coaching.
You will develop the skills to be safe, recognize hazards and be comfortable in a manufacturing environment as you learn how engineering principles apply in the pulp industry. Projects could include piping design, pump calculations, mechanical troubleshooting and equipment reliability investigations.
Who Are We?
Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.
Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries is looking for:
- Students currently pursuing B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering
- High regard for safety in the workplace and influencing others to work safely.
- Inspired to work in a plant environment.
- Highly motivated, self-starter, results-driven individual who can also perform well in a team setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – demonstrated ability for finding the answer.
- Demonstrated leadership skills & experience (prior jobs, student associations, projects, etc.).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with AutoCad is considered an asset.
- A source of reliable transportation is required.
- Open to relocation now and in the future.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Compressed Work Week, Monday – Thursday (7am – 5pm)
- PPE Boot Allowance
Legal Statement
Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries
Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. We produce an annual average of 640,000 tonnes of high-quality pulp, 2000 tonnes of bio-methanol, and between 15 and 30 megawatt hours of green energy from biomass, enough to power our mill site and an average of 17,000 homes.
Since 1993, Al-Pac has been a leader in our industry - from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices to how we work with local communities and grow and develop our team members. We continuously explore new and innovative ideas while delivering premium products and maintaining our commitments to safety as the priority in every area of our operations, strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility.
To learn more about Al-Pac, visit our website or @AlbertaPacific on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
Top Benefits
About the role
Thank you for your interest in our career opportunities!
Any available opportunity we have will be posted here. You can apply by submitting your resume using the form at the bottom of the page. You can also send your resume to our Human Resources team at careers@alpac.ca. Make sure to include the name of the job you are applying for in your email. Thank you to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying; however, we will only contact applicants selected for interviews.
Please note, we have two workplaces, our Edmonton Office and our Millsite in Athabasca County. The posting will include the primary location of the position.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
-
Director, Indigenous Relations
POSTING DATE: October 08, 2025
CLOSING DATE: October 21, 2025
JOB NUMBER: 2025-80
HYBRID WORK: Eligible
POSITION TYPE: Permanent
LOCATION: Athabasca County, Alberta
Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a dynamic people leader for the role of Director, Indigenous Relations to work out of our mill site near Athabasca, Alberta. This role requires regular travel to our St. Albert office and within our forest management area, that covers most of northeastern Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading Al-Pac’s Indigenous Relations team to develop and implement the company’s Indigenous Relations Strategy. This role is central to building and maintaining respectful, long-term partnerships with Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations across Northern Alberta. It ensures these important relationships align with Al-Pac’s commitments to environmental stewardship, community engagement and overall strategic goals. Key responsibilities include building working relationships, leading and guiding community engagement and consultation initiatives, providing expert advice to senior leadership on Indigenous relations matters, and promoting cultural awareness across the organization.
Who Are We?
Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.
Role Responsibilities
- Lead the development and sustainment of the Indigenous Relations strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and community engagement commitments.
- Build and maintain relationships with Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations across Northern Alberta.
- Promote cultural awareness within the organization through training, dialogue, and leadership and team member engagement.
- Advise senior leadership and Al-Pac’s board of directors on Indigenous relations matters.
- Lead and foster collaboration across all levels of the organization to ensure that Al-Pac’s Indigenous Relations Strategy is well understood and incorporated into departmental business planning, project planning and operations.
- Lead and guide Indigenous community engagement initiatives in alignment with Al-Pac’s Indigenous Relations Strategy.
- Guide consultation initiatives, including regulatory consultation activities.
- Support enterprise certification initiatives, including managing Al-Pac’s Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations certification.
- Represent the company in external forums, including industry associations, multi-stakeholder groups and government consultations.
Role Requirements
- Preferred post-secondary degree in Indigenous Studies, Business, Social Sciences or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Indigenous relations, stakeholder engagement, or community development.
- Proven track record of building strong relationships with Indigenous communities, governments and organizations.
- Strong understanding of Indigenous history, cultures, governance structures, and legal frameworks in Canada.
- Demonstrated experience in consultation with Indigenous communities on major project development within the forestry, manufacturing, or industrial industries is an asset.
Other
- Deep understanding of Indigenous governance structures, cultures and histories.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
- Strategic thinking and ability to align long-term vision with operational execution.
- Knowledge of co-operative models and community development practices.
- Familiarity with regulatory environments, government relations, and consultation requirements.
- Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder environments with diplomacy and authenticity.
- Comfortable with regular travel and working outside of regular business hours.
What We Offer
- A competitive annual salary including a company-paid pension at 7% and matching RRSP up to 3%.
- Company-paid dental and extended health benefits, including a health care and taxable spending account and supplemental life insurance.
- Compressed work schedule (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
- Hybrid Work Arrangement Program, depending on eligibility.
- Four week’s annual vacation to start, increasing with years of service.
- Relocation Assistance Program, depending on eligibility.
- Team-based culture that encourages work-life balance.
Legal Statement
Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
-
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
POSTING DATE: October 01 2025
JOB NUMBER: 2025-77
POSITION TYPE: Non-permanent, 8-month contract
LOCATION: Boyle, AB (Athabasca, County)
Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and supportive team player for the role of Mechanical Engineering Co-Op to work with our Engineering Team. The role will allow you the opportunity to see, learn and implement engineering skills in a large plant environment.
This is a non-permanent, 8-month contract position based at the mill site near Boyle, AB. The contract term will be from January to August 2026. This role will operate on a Monday-Thursday schedule, working ten (10) hours per day. You will be provided a project worklist detailing objectives and support from those within the site team. You will work in our Team System, experiencing the support and assistance of people at all levels of the organization. A direct mentor will also be assigned that can provide day to day support, direction and coaching.
You will develop the skills to be safe, recognize hazards and be comfortable in a manufacturing environment as you learn how engineering principles apply in the pulp industry. Projects could include piping design, pump calculations, mechanical troubleshooting and equipment reliability investigations.
Who Are We?
Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.
Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries is looking for:
- Students currently pursuing B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering
- High regard for safety in the workplace and influencing others to work safely.
- Inspired to work in a plant environment.
- Highly motivated, self-starter, results-driven individual who can also perform well in a team setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – demonstrated ability for finding the answer.
- Demonstrated leadership skills & experience (prior jobs, student associations, projects, etc.).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with AutoCad is considered an asset.
- A source of reliable transportation is required.
- Open to relocation now and in the future.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Compressed Work Week, Monday – Thursday (7am – 5pm)
- PPE Boot Allowance
Legal Statement
Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries
Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. We produce an annual average of 640,000 tonnes of high-quality pulp, 2000 tonnes of bio-methanol, and between 15 and 30 megawatt hours of green energy from biomass, enough to power our mill site and an average of 17,000 homes.
Since 1993, Al-Pac has been a leader in our industry - from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices to how we work with local communities and grow and develop our team members. We continuously explore new and innovative ideas while delivering premium products and maintaining our commitments to safety as the priority in every area of our operations, strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility.
To learn more about Al-Pac, visit our website or @AlbertaPacific on Facebook and LinkedIn.