Maintenance Supervisor

Relocation Assistance Available | Northern Retention Bonus

Are you ready for a career with long-term stability, competitive compensation, and the chance to live and work in a close-knit northern Alberta community? If you're ready to take the next step in your career and relocate for a role with purpose, stability, and great perks—we want to hear from you.

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our High-Level Division in Alberta is currently recruiting for a Maintenance Supervisor.

As a management team member, you will report directly to the Maintenance Manager. Your responsibilities include supervising a high-performing team of electricians and millwrights to provide safe and efficient services to the division.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Make an impact: Help ensure all mill equipment runs safely, reliably, and efficiently 
• Join a respected team: Be part of a company that values craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork.
• Relocation support: We'll help you and your family settle comfortably into life in High Level.

What We Offer

• Relocation assistance to help you and your family transition smoothly.
• Northern Retention Bonus to reward your commitment.
• Competitive wages + comprehensive benefits package: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.
• A long-term, stable career with opportunities for growth and advancement.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure a safe work environment for the Maintenance department by enforcing safe work practices, supporting company policies, investigating incidents, and ensuring proper training and adherence to electrical & mechanical best practices
• Work collaboratively with Production, Technical, and Purchasing departments to effectively maintain mill equipment
• Manage, schedule, and supervise a crew, including work orders, priorities, shutdowns, breakdowns
• Manage major maintenance projects
• Work with reliability & maintenance planner to coordinate preventative and predictive maintenance programs
• Initiate electrical expense and capital budgets and oversee all maintenance costs

Would be considered an asset:

• A Red Seal trade certificate 
• Strong electrical or mechanical background knowledge and familiarity with manufacturing equipment
• Experience in decision-making with proven troubleshooting skills
• 5-8 years of experience is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Innovative supervisory & mentorship skills
• Experience promoting a team culture with well-established organizational skills
• Experience in maintenance and a demonstrated passion for electrical systems
• Experience in an industrial environment with PLCs, VFDs, MCCs, and HMIs
• Ability to think outside the box with strong problem-solving skills
• Proficient with MS Office, CMMS systems
• Personal Commitment to safety
• Experience in the forestry or manufacturing industry is considered an asset
• Demonstration of our West Fraser values (including integrity, humility, teamwork, frugality, innovation, competitiveness, and respect)

Compensation Package:

• Northern Retention Bonus
• Competitive base salary with annual bonus opportunity 
• Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.

In addition to competitive wages and benefits, we offer a stable, rewarding career. High Level also offers an attractive relocation package.

Explore Life in High Level:

Looking for more than just a job? High Level offers a lifestyle full of outdoor adventure, community connection, and affordable living.

Located in the heart of Mackenzie County in northwestern Alberta, High Level is surrounded by lakes, forests, and wide-open spaces—ideal for those who love hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and off-roading. In the summer, enjoy endless daylight for barbecues, hiking, or weekends at the lake. In the winter, embrace the beauty of the north with ice fishing, cross-country skiing, and cozy nights under the Northern Lights.

High Level is also:

· A tight-knit, welcoming community with excellent schools, healthcare, and recreation facilities.

· Home to local events and festivals that bring the town together year-round.

· A place where your dollar goes further—with lower housing costs and a great quality of life.

Relocating here means more time doing what you love, more space to breathe, and a supportive community that values hard work and strong families. Learn more at  

About Us:

We make renewable, wood-based building products for the world, contributing to a more sustainable future. Today, West Fraser is one of the world's largest producers of sustainable wood-based building products, with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. From responsibly sourced and sustainably managed forest resources, West Fraser produces lumber, engineered wood products (oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, medium-density fibreboard, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, other residuals, and renewable energy. West Fraser's products are used in home construction, repair and remodelling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and boxes.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

Diversity:  

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual's unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

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