Who we are. Mercer Peace River Pulp is an integral part of the Canadian forest products industry, providing the northwest Alberta region with approximately 300 jobs while sustainably managing the forests. A career at Mercer Peace River offers an opportunity for growth, meaningful work, and a collaborative learning environment. Throughout your career, you will be supported by a team of skilled professionals and provided a self‐motivating environment to make your goals achievable. At Mercer: One Team ‐ One Goal.

What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our team members. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect and fairness and providing opportunities to contribute and grow. 

Our Acknowledgment. We recognize and honor the traditional lands and territories of the Indigenous peoples who have cared for these lands since the time immemorial. We are situated on Treaty 8 territory, which is also the historic regional homeland of the Metis, including the Peace River Territory, the Lesser Slave Lake Territory, and the Lower Athabasca Territory. 

We acknowledge and respect the rich histories, languages, and diverse cultures of the First Nations, Metis and all Indigenous peoples who have been stewards of this land. We express our gratitude for their enduring contributions, which continue to strengthen and enrich our communities today. 

The role. We are seeking a full-time, permanent Planning Coordinator within the Woodlands Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing operational plans, supporting the team in the delivery of high quality, low cost logs to the MPR Mill.

Role and Responsibilities

• Act as the Company representative with regulatory agencies, industry stakeholders, public stakeholders.
• Development of the General Development Plan (GDP) and associated Annual Operating Plans (AOP).
• Develop operational plans that meet higher level plan commitments and comply with government regulations.
• Work with other forestry companies on integrated plans.
• Management of layout staff and contractors.
• Monitoring environmental aspects of harvesting.
• Environmental Management System, Quality and Health & Safety programs.
• Liaise with Government officials on various approvals.
• Development of annual budgets, including monitoring of annual expenditures.
• Variety of projects throughout the year.
• Mix of field and office work.
• Additional duties, as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Successful completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Degree or Certificate in Forestry
• Member or eligible to become a member of the Alberta Association of Forest Management Professionals (AAFMP).
• Safety-conscious individual who can demonstrate safe work practices with respect to people, equipment, and processes.
• Proficiency with GPS/GIS technology utilizing current versions of ArcGIS including ArcMap and Field Maps.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, independent, and capable of making informed decisions in a team environment.
• Experience with Environmental Management Systems, quality and safety programs would be considered an asset.
• Must possess a valid Alberta Class 5 Operator’s license.
• Able to work in a physically demanding setting, required to work outdoors in varied climates.
• Proficiency using a computer, including Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace will be considered an asset.

Featured Benefits of Working with Us

• We offer our full‐time team members a comprehensive benefit plan, as well as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company-matched RRSP and Flexible Pension Plan options. We also offer an employee assistance program, life insurance, short – and long‐term disability.

• Compensation is based on experience, qualifications and competency

• You will start with three weeks (120 hours) of annual vacation, prorated based on your start date. 

Application Process: Please email your resume, including copies of your High School diploma and any other educational qualifications, to our HR department at [email protected], quoting competition number CN2511. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer