Posted 2 months ago
Woodlands Supervisor
@ Interfor
Elk Lake, Ontario
Overview
Interfor is hiring a Woodlands Supervisor in Elk Lake, Ontario, to plan and supervise road construction, road maintenance, harvesting and log hauling for the Timmins sawmill. The role oversees service contractors, monitors compliance with fire and work plans, and reports costs and production. The posting offers a salary of $90,000 to $100,000 CAD, a benefits package, and requires extended outdoor fieldwork and periods away from home.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and supervise road building, maintenance, harvesting and log hauling
- Coach and oversee service contractors
- Monitor compliance with the Annual Fire Plan and work schedules
- Report costs and production weekly
- Audit contractors for safety and environmental compliance
Requirements summary:
- Forestry or business degree or diploma, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 5 years in forest operations planning and project costing
- Knowledge of OH&S Act and forestry laws
- Strong written and verbal communication; bilingual an asset
- Valid Ontario driver's licence
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Agriculture & natural resources |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol, criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Forestry, Business |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Stock or equity, Wellness |
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Interfor
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Full company description
Interfor is where excellence meets opportunity. We invest in your success by positioning you alongside the best people in top quartile mill facilities located in great communities across North America. In the past decade, we’ve infused close to $1 billion into modern facilities and systems that employ the latest technologies. Interfor is one of the largest, most diverse lumber companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success. ---- Interfor, c'est la où l'excellence rencontre l'opportunité. Nous investissons dans votre réussite en vous plaçant aux côtés des meilleurs collaborateurs dans des scieries de premier ordre situées dans de grandes communautés à travers l'Amérique du Nord. Au cours de la dernière décennie, nous avons investi près d'un milliard de dollars dans des installations et des systèmes modernes qui utilisent les technologies les plus récentes. Interfor est l'une des entreprises de bois les plus importantes et les plus diversifiées au monde et nous nous développons dans des directions passionnantes. Venez participer à notre succès !
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Interfor is where excellence meets opportunity. We invest in your success by positioning you alongside the best people in top quartile mill facilities located in great communities across North America. In the past decade, we’ve infused close to $1 billion into modern facilities and systems that employ the latest technologies. Interfor is one of the largest, most diverse lumber companies in the world and we’re…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 112 |
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Woodlands Supervisor, Elk Lake, Ontario
When you join our team as a Woodlands Supervisor, you will be responsible for planning and supervision of road construction, road maintenance, harvesting, and log hauling operations.
What We Offer
Interfor builds value for our employees by providing a career where they can contribute, grow, and prosper. We offer a competitive salary range of $90,000 - $100,000 (CAD), based both on what you bring to the role and benchmarked to market conditions. You’ll also get a competitive benefits package including:
- RRSP & ESPP Matching Plan
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability, Life AD&D Insurance
- Paid Vacation, Statutory Holidays & Floater Days
- Employee Assistance Program
What You’ll Do
- Supervise and support forest operations, including road building, road maintenance, harvesting and log hauling to meet the needs of the Timmins sawmill and to ensure they are being carried out in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Prepare and maintain short- and long-term operational plans and ensure full utilization of the forest resource to the benefit of the Company.
- Oversee and coach a group of various service contractors.
- Monitor forest operations compliance to ensure the successful implementation of the Annual Fire Plan and Annual Work Schedules.
- Liaise with the MNRF on day-to-day operational issues.
- Coordinate the preparation of allocated cut blocks for harvest (road and boundary layout, prework approval, mapping) and schedule work with respective contractors.
- Monitor and report costs and production weekly of respective operations.
- Conduct safety and environmental audits on contractors.
- Ensure operational activities support production targets, wood quality, and wood supply of the Timmins sawmill.
- Other related tasks.
What You Offer
- Have a recognized University Degree or College Diploma in forestry or business, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years in forest operations planning and project costing.
- Must be familiar with OH&S Act Regulations and all forestry related government laws, regulations, guidelines and policies.
- Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills (Bilingual is an asset).
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills.
- Computer skills required include strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Access; ARCGIS and ArcView, GIS software; GPS operation and software including Oziexplorer and/or Waypoint.
- Must be able to work for extended periods outdoors, in a forested environment, and in various weather and field conditions.
- Must be able to work away from home for days at a time when needed.
- Valid Ontario Driver’s license.
- Strong work ethic, good judgment, decision-making skills and results oriented.
Who Are We
Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.
Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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