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Western Forest Products

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Western makes beautiful, high-quality forest products that help build a better world.

Vancouver, British Columbia

Paper & Forest Products
501–1,000 people

About

Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with operations in the coastal region of B.C. and Washington State, Western makes beautiful, high-quality forest products that help build a better world. We invest in manufacturing and pursue progressive approaches to safe and sustainable forestry practices to help support the health and prosperity of our business, forests and communities for generations to come.

Open positions

Heavy Duty Mechanic

On-site · Holberg

Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on various logging equipment including yarders, log loaders, and logging trucks. Ensure all work is conducted safely and efficiently while adhering to company and industry standards.

Nursery Summer Student

On-site · Saanichton

The student will monitor and irrigate seedling crops while performing general greenhouse maintenance and growth measurements. They are also expected to support supervisors with the management of seasonal employees and maintain accurate reporting.

Electrician

On-site · Ladysmith

The electrician will maintain, repair, and upgrade electrical and pneumatic equipment while developing preventative maintenance plans. They are also responsible for PLC programming, troubleshooting, and ensuring all work complies with relevant electrical codes and safety standards.

Grapple Yarder Hooktender

On-site · Campbell River

The Grapple Yarder Hooktender is responsible for performing all aspects of grapple yarding operations in a safe and efficient manner. The role requires working as part of a team to meet production goals while adhering to strict safety and environmental standards.

Heavy Duty Mechanic

On-site · Woss

The Heavy Duty Mechanic will perform diagnostics and repairs on various logging equipment, including yarders, log loaders, and highway logging trucks. The role requires maintaining a safe work environment and working effectively with minimal supervision.

Grapple Yarder Operator

On-site · Campbell River

Operate a grapple yarder to support responsible forest management and logging operations. Ensure all work is performed safely and efficiently within a progressive forestry organization.

Grapple Yarder Utility Person

On-site · Campbell River

Perform the duties of a Grapple Yarder Utility Person to support responsible forest management. Contribute to logging operations while maintaining high safety and sustainability standards.

Nursery Summer Student

On-site · Saanichton

The student will assist with the maintenance and monitoring of seedling crops, including irrigation, weeding, and growth measurements. They will also support supervisors with the management of seasonal employees and ensure greenhouse upkeep.

Forestry Student

On-site · Campbell River

Students assist in the preparation of plans, assessments, and reports related to cut block development, including site plans and harvest instructions. They also participate in field activities such as planting checks, road design, and wildlife assessments.

GIS Developer Student

On-site · Campbell River

The GIS Developer Student will assist in the administration, configuration, and optimization of the ArcGIS Enterprise environment. They will also support the development of GIS applications, web maps, and dashboards while collaborating with IT and GIS teams on business process improvements.

Operations Field Planner

On-site · Port McNeill

The Operations Field Planner is responsible for field and office activities related to the engineering, development, and planning of road construction and harvest operations. They work closely with forest operation departments to ensure project efficiency, safety, and adherence to sustainable resource management principles.

Operations Forester/Planner

On-site · Port McNeill

The Operations Forester/Planner leads engineering and development activities for road construction and harvest plans within TFL 6. They also manage relationships with First Nations, government agencies, and stakeholders while ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

Heavy Duty Mechanic

On-site · Holberg

The Heavy Duty Mechanic is responsible for performing diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on various logging equipment including yarders, log loaders, and highway logging trucks. The role requires working in a safety-sensitive environment while adhering to strict safety protocols and operational standards.