Operations Manager (Site Superintendent)

• Hone your leadership skills with a progressive company
• A fantastic opportunity for a long-term career with an industry leader
• Get rewarded with a competitive annual salary of $120k-145k/yr plus comprehensive benefits annual bonus

About Fall River Logging

As part of the Meraki Family, Fall River Logging continues to grow and expand, offering customers access to a greater number of services with the same great care. We’re still family-oriented and employee-focused, and we’re proud of the team we’ve built over the past decade.

With our exciting projects in Comox Valley and surrounding areas, Fall River Logging continues to set the standard for reliability and professionalism in harvesting and forestry road construction. We pride ourselves on keeping our commitments, and that’s why, no matter the size or scope of a project, we can help every step of the way with expertise, professionalism, and sincerity.

For more information about our organization, please visit our website.

About the Opportunity

Fall River Logging is growing! We are currently looking for an Operations Manager (Site Superintendent) to join our team in Port Alberni, B.C. This position is based mainly in office, with approximately 20% of time spent in the field visiting harvesting operations in and around the Port Alberni area. 

In this role, you will ensure the safe and efficient management of harvesting and log hauling operations in the Port Alberni area. You will be responsible for overseeing operational planning, employee management, labour relations, budgeting, and safety compliance, all while ensuring that customer requirements and company standards are met.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual searching for a rewarding career with significant growth and development opportunities. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who demonstrates exceptional communication skills, is well-organized, and has a proven ability to work in a team environment. You possess a deep understanding of operational forest management with a strong focus on improving safety, quality, and efficiency. 

Your tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Providing safety leadership, training, incident analysis, and reporting requirements
• Developing and communicating harvesting and productivity plans
• Adhering to and guiding employee management in accordance with the United Steelworker Union 1-1937 Collective Agreement requirements
• Ensuring adherence to environmental standards
• Managing resources to ensure the company meets contractual obligations and utilization targets
• Maximizing equipment utilization and seeking additional work opportunities where required
• Conducting contract negotiations and accountability for cost and performance targets
• Setting, tracking, and reporting on performance targets that align with the Meraki organizational goals
• Creating and overseeing project budgets, ensuring financial alignment with company goals
• Maintaining strong customer and stakeholder relationships and managing contractual obligations
• Communicating productivity, safety, and planning with multiple stakeholders
• Collaborating with the Maintenance Manager and supervisors to optimize equipment uptime and ensure adherence to the company’s equipment ownership strategy
• Supporting the General Manager in strategic planning, budget development, and overall business growth

About You 

To qualify, you will need 3 years of experience in the forest industry in an operational capacity with increasingly responsible roles or 8 years in business, construction, or other relevant industries, including project management experience. 

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Understanding of coastal logging and forestry practices
• Labour Relations experience
• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel
• A proven track record of balancing cost control with quality
• Good working knowledge of log flow process as well as crown land legislation and regulations in B.C.

Not required but considered an asset:

• Post-secondary degree in Forestry or related degree 
• Current accreditation or eligibility for accreditation with The Forest Professionals of B.C. Association

As our ideal candidate, you will be a team player who possesses exceptional problem-solving abilities, strong business acumen, and the ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities effectively. Your resourcefulness, communication, leadership, and negotiation skills will ensure you succeed in this role, allowing you to navigate costing discussions with customers and contractors while maintaining strong relationships. Your ability to foster relationships with clients, contractors, employees, and peers will make you a perfect fit for our company culture.

This is a high-impact role where you will shape our operations and contribute to the overall success of the company by driving efficiency, safety, and quality across all projects.

About the Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you will be rewarded with an annual salary of $120k-145k/yr, evaluated on skills and experience, along with:

• Annual bonus
• Extended health, vision, and dental benefits
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Employer-paid pension plan
• Paid vacation
• Access to a company vehicle
• Free on-site gym for employees
• Discounts on automotive service and parts for personal needs
• The opportunity to work on exciting projects with a tight-knit and safety-oriented team
• And many more!

Give a damn. Get it done. Be real. These are three uncompromising values that you will be welcomed in upon joining!

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to succeed in this role, apply now!