K&D Logging is looking for a Logging Supervisor to join their team in Grande Prairie, AB.
Operating for over 45 years, K&D Logging is an industry leader in forestry and harvesting. In addition to our logging services, we also provide road construction, forest management, and trucking services to our customers. K&D Logging is the flagship company of what is now known as Meraki Resources. At K&D, we believe in long-term growth and opportunity for everyone on our team. When you work here, you’re considered family, and we’ll do everything we can to help you build the career you want.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
For this leadership role – K&D is looking for an experienced professional in the logging/forestry industry with the proven ability to lead and motivate a team; demonstrate excellent problem solving and project management skills; with expert written and oral communication skills which would be supported by iPad, laptop, and smart phone technology. This position will also have a strong work ethic and appreciate the remote/camp shift work environment.
Duties (include but are not limited to):
- Day to day supervision of all on-site activities ensuring that best practices are being followed
- Plan and schedule shifts for crew
- Organize phases on a daily basis and ensure that everyone is clear regarding plan
- Ensure K&D Logging’s log quality meets or exceeds customer expectations
- Manage day-to-day human resource issues - including mentoring and/or discipline – as required. *Liaise with your Manager and the HR department regarding HR issues
- Ensure the worksite is safe and meets Government regulatory, Customer and Company requirements pertaining to safety and environmental standards
- Submit weekly phase tracking reports, complete and accurate
- Submit up to date camp numbers and availability
- Host safety meetings with crew recorded and submitted on K&D Logging’s safety meeting form submitted to Ops manager
- Work with Operations Manager to ensure that customer requirements are met with regards to safety, quality control and environmental impact
- Ensure you have a good understanding of the contractual relationship with our Customer for each project.
- Manage the responsible use and care of company vehicles and equipment to minimize down-time and present a professional, safe image for K&D Logging.
- Work with the Maintenance Supervisor to order appropriate parts for repairs as required
- Ensure you have a sound understanding of the Company’s Safety Management System and that it is fully implemented within your area of responsibility
- Instruct staff on safety, recognize unsafe work conditions and modify work procedures
- Ensure you understand and adhere to all applicable safety regulations
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidate must have 5+ years’ experience in the Logging / Forestry Industry with 2+ years’ experience in a supervisory role.
- Possess a good work ethic
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge
- Possess a good understanding of the logging services
Skills
- Good analytical skills
- Good problem solving and analytical skills.
- The ability to balance cost control
- Strong problem solving skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent Communications skills – dealing with peers, building relationships with vendor, co- workers, and dealing with clients, contractors and K&D Logging employees
Abilities
- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, and attention to detail
- Ability to focus, plan and meet deadlines while managing multiple projects and changing priorities
- Are able to deliver results
- Computer literate with good MS Office abilities (Excel in particular)
We offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Great and safe work environment
- Professional development and upward career mobility
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $110,000.00-$130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Grande Prairie, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Logging: 5 years (preferred)
- Logging Supervisor: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Driver's License (required)
Work Location: In person
