Woodlands Assistant

Woodlands Assistant

Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan

Looking to grow from the ground up? Do you enjoy spending time in the forest, working alongside a team of some of our industry's top professionals? Our Woodlands Assistant ensures seamless information flow and accurate record keeping supporting the Woodlands team. Read on to learn how you can join our team and make an impact

We're looking for an experienced assistant to join our Meadow Lake woodlands Division. The Meadow Lake Woodlands Team manages Tolko's tenure and fibre supply in the Prince Albert and Meadow Lake areas of Central Saskatchewan, covering an area of 2,560,737 hectares. We are dedicated to sustaining these areas to the benefit of all who live and work there.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary in forestry or administration an asset.
• General knowledge of the forest industry and terminology is considered an asset.
• Minimum two years of relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands and demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and scaling software (LIMS, WeighWiz, LoaderWiz).

In this role you will:

• Operate in a safe manner in accordance with work safe rules, regulations, and policies.
• Maintain scales to ensure they are working properly and allow efficient flow of logging trucks in and out of the log yard.
• Operate computerized truck scales to weigh loads accurately.
• Verify load documentation and ensure compliance with timber and fiber specifications.
• Issue scale tickets and maintain accurate records in the scale management system.
• Communicate with truck drivers and woodlands staff to direct traffic and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with data entry, reporting, and administrative tasks related to wood flow.
• Organize and maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
• Assist in training and orientation of drivers coming into the Tolko log yard.
• Input data to assist with various operational functions.
• Provide troubleshooting support, training and technical guidance to Woodlands staff.

We value diversity at Tolko and know experience and knowledge come in many forms so even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We'd love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

So, what's in it for you?

• You'll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members. 
• You'll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $48, $65,000.00
• You'll be eligible for excellent benefits, so you don't have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future. 
• You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work. 
• You'll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees. 
• You'll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment. 

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko.  Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years.  Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.    

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here Apply today at    

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About Meadow Lake

Meadow Lake is located just a short distance from the beautiful Meadow Lake Provincial Park in Saskatchewan. Here, you can experience the spectacular brilliance of our prairie sunsets or look on in awe as the northern lights dance across the sky. Since Meadow Lake serves as the main business centre for Northwest Saskatchewan, you can enjoy a small town living with a population of approximately 5300, while taking advantage of amenities usually reserved for larger cities.

Watch this video to learn about the community and find out why life is better here.  

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