Posted 16 days ago
Maintenance Planner
@ West Fraser
Manning, Alberta
Overview
West Fraser is hiring a Maintenance Planner for its Manning, Alberta division, reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent. The role plans and schedules maintenance for the sawmill, energy plant, kilns and planer, and leads weekly and shutdown work planning. The posting states a competitive base salary with an annual bonus and comprehensive benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and schedule routine and shutdown maintenance for the whole site
- Estimate materials, manpower, tools and equipment for work orders and projects
- Manage the maintenance backlog and prioritize work with supervisors
- Maintain preventive maintenance and corrective repair job plans
- Coordinate contract services and inventory with stores and purchasing
Requirements summary:
- Valid journeyman trade certificate or Bachelor's in Applied Science or Engineering
- 5 years' mill or heavy industrial experience preferred
- Strong leadership, planning, budgeting and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of Dynastar and Microsoft Office preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-21
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-21
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Journeyman trade certificate |
| Education | Trade certificate (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Applied Science, Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus |
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West Fraser
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We are a diversified wood products company with more than 50 facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe.
Full company description
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
- LinkedIn followers
- 55,708
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,494
- Reported office locations
- 1250 Brownmiller Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 6P5, CA
- 57 Germantown Ct., Suite 300, 300, Germantown, TN 38138, US
- 885 W Georgia St, Suite 1500, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3E8, CA
- Business categories
- Renewable Energy
- Paper Manufacturing
- Wholesale
- Wood Processing
- Forestry
- Product Design
- Furniture
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- West Fraser
- Specialties
- Lumber
- Plywood
- LVL
- MDF
- OSB
- and particleboard
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 4,768,758
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Quesnel, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Specialties | LumberPlywoodLVLMDFOSBand particleboard |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 77 |
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West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our division in Manning is currently recruiting for a Maintenance Planner.
You will report to the Maintenance Superintendent. As the successful candidate, you will ensure making your department and mill are safer, more efficient, and highly productive. A high level of technical knowledge, as well as strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential in the role.
You'll Do:
- Maintenance for the entire site, sawmill, energy plant, ESP, kilns, ORC and planer
- Monitor and schedule maintenance for the energy plant (dry cell and wet cell), steam generator, ESP and other associated work.
- Lead shutdown and routine work order planning and scheduling functions as required to maintain reliable equipment operation
- Coordinating contract services for weekly routine and shutdown work
- Develop and update detailed weekly and shutdown schedules
- Estimate work orders and projects for material, manpower, tools and equipment requirements staying in partnership with Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation
- Facilitate the Planning and Scheduling work team weekly planning meetings
- Coordinate scheduled jobs into weekly schedules according to manpower, materials, tools and equipment along with work packages for all scheduled jobs to the maintenance and electrical supervisors.
- Maintain a daily focus on the safety of self and others. Ensure that all safety training is accurate and up to date. Attend and participate in area safety team meetings.
- Use Dynastar maintenance management tool to create job plans, preventive maintenance plans, and document work history
- Applying and expanding new technology and industry learning’s toward the work of equipment and process reliability improvement
- Lead and supervise a group of mechanics to maintain all equipment in the absence of the current supervisor (when required)
- Improve / maintain Preventative Maintenance and Corrective Repair job plans based on feedback provided by tradesman
- Manage the maintenance backlog, by leading review meetings, reviewing new work orders to ensure there is enough information to proceed with planning, working with the Maintenance, Electrical Coordinators and Maintenance Superintendent to prioritize the backlog
- Work with Stores/ Purchasing to maintaining inventory & rebuild of equipment
- Assist in developing Key Performance Indicators to drive process improvement
You have:
- A valid journeyman trade certificate or Bachelor's in Applied Science / Engineering
- 5 years’ experience in either a mill or heavy industrial setting is preferred
- Strong leadership, planning, budgeting and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of computer software and applications, with a preference given to a candidate with Dynastar and Microsoft Suite
- Good organizational and project management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills
- The desire to progress, learn, grow and succeed
- Candidate must possess the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position may vary depending on education and relevant experience.
- Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and savings plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.
Your Workplace Location:
Discover the charm of Manning, Alberta, a welcoming northern community nestled along the scenic Notikewin River. Known as the "Land of the Mighty Moose," Manning offers a relaxed lifestyle, abundant outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community. Located just 45 minutes from Peace River and five hours from Edmonton, it combines small-town living with easy access to modern amenities and endless opportunities to explore the outdoors.
About Us:
West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.
From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.
Diversity:
At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.
Sustainability:
West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.
Sustainability Report | West Fraser
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