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Woodlands Operations Management Opportunities

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Job Description

The Woodlands Division for J.D. Irving Limited is recruiting for forestry professionals seeking to accelerate their career in the area operations management within opportunities in Harvesting, Trucking or Road Construction / Maintenance. In these roles, you will demonstrate your leadership in production, motivating employees / contractors, operational efficiency, budgeting and planning, safety standards, and continuous improvement. These positions enable you to learn our world class forestry practices preparing yourself for successive advancement and professional development within the organization taking your career to the next level!

Job Description

The Woodlands Division for J.D. Irving Limited is recruiting for forestry professionals seeking to accelerate their career in the area operations management within opportunities in Harvesting, Trucking or Road Construction / Maintenance. In these roles, you will demonstrate your leadership in production, motivating employees / contractors, operational efficiency, budgeting and planning, safety standards, and continuous improvement. These positions enable you to learn our world class forestry practices preparing yourself for successive advancement and professional development within the organization taking your career to the next level!

These various opportunities are located across our Woodlands regions with the greatest number of opportunities in Southern New Brunswick Woodlands (Sussex region), Central New Brunswick Woodlands (Fredericton region) and Nova Scotia Woodlands (Truro / Central NS region). Candidates looking to explore executive opportunities in our Woodlands Division are welcome to visit : https : / / jdiexecutiverecruitment.ca /

For more information regarding specific opportunities or locations, please contact : Erin Miller, Director of Talent Acquisition miller.erin@jdirving.com

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will vary by role.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Forestry, Business, Engineering or another relevant discipline.
• 5+ years of management experience and proven ability to influence others
• Strong safety leadership and business acumen
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment, present to senior leaders, negotiate and problem-solve
• Self-starter focused on results and driving performance / objectives
• Agile and able to lead change in a fast-paced environment

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

At Irving Woodlands , we take pride in our role as stewards of the land. Focused on rigorous and sustainable land management, Irving Woodlands is guided by an 80-year management plan that preserves the environmental and ecological integrity of our land, air, water and wildlife.

Irving Woodlands maintains an engaged team of over 1,600 employees, contractors, seasonal workers and students who are dedicated to research, conservation and continuously improving our forest management practices and long-term business results. Our multi-faceted team trains, develops and builds long-term, rewarding careers in all aspects of forestry, from tree nurseries and tree improvement to research and environmental management. Our forestry professionals, supported by our logistics and professional services group, are world-class and implement leading strategies in these areas : silviculture, planting, harvesting, trucking and logistics, operational and road construction, maintenance, technology, forest patrol and research. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work across any of our safety first, cutting-edge technology operations and land holdings located in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Maine.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Other

Industries

Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

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