Renewal Forestry Student/Contract Position

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

Forestry Student / Contract Position,

Northwest Ontario Woodlands Operations

Location:  Thunder Bay, ON           Department:  Forestry (FO00)         Status: Temporary, full-time

Focused on both environmental stewardship and financial success, Domtar offers promising and fulfilling job opportunities, where motivated individuals have every chance to accelerate their careers. If you are passionate and ready to make a difference,

Domtar is the company that will assure you of success.

Our Thunder Bay location in Ontario, Canada is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Renewal Forestry Student / Contract Position, Northwest Ontario Woodlands Operations. The Renewal Forestry Student / Contract Position reports to the Renewal Coordinator and is responsible for the effective implementation of the forest renewal and maintenance program. In addition, the position provides forest management planning support on designated Sustainable Forest Licence areas to ensure a sustained supply of wood to Domtar production facilities.

Your Challenges:

• Ensure application of the highest safety standards to achieve superior health and safety results
• Provide contact oversite / quality checking for tree plant and mechanical site preparation contractors, while ensuring that forest renewal activities are completed in a cost-effective manner
• Conduct regeneration, tending and other renewal surveys
• Perform water-crossing inspections as part of the annual program
• Assist in the development of writing post-harvest FOPs for blocks where harvesting activities are completed.
• Other projects and opportunities that occur during the contract period
• Working both as a member of a team and individually in remote settings around Northern Ontario

Your team:

• Reporting to the Renewal Coordinator, you will be part of a results-oriented team whose members are encouraged to exceed expectations

Your profile:

• Enrolled in a Forestry Degree Program or a Forestry Technical Diploma Program at an accredited post-secondary institution
• Must be available to commence work the first week of May 2025
• Must have a valid Driver’s License, with a clean driver’s abstract
• Basic outdoor and wilderness skills
• Strong work ethic
• Commitment to working safely and creating a safe workplace

Your assets and skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and individually in remote settings around Northern Ontario, to communicate with all levels of the organization, see the big picture and to adapt quickly to change
• Strong attention to details, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• The ideal candidate will possess the drive and passion to continuously improve upon the health and safety, efficiency, production, and planning targets for Ontario Woodlands
• Demonstrated experience using of MS Office, ArcGIS applications and solid computer skills

To be considered for this position, please apply today! In order to be eligible for this position, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada for our company.

Our Ontario Woodlands is located at 2001 Neebing Avenue, Thunder Bay, ON. The community of Thunder Bay is located in Northwest Ontario. (For more information about the region, please visit http://www.thunderbay.ca/  or  www.visitthunderbay.com)

You will view Thunder Bay is naturally home to epic outdoor adventures. In and around the city, there are hundreds of parks and conservation areas ready for you to explore. Find golf, mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, angling and sailing opportunities within in walking distance; and Lake Superior – the world’s largest freshwater lake a mere stone’s throw away as well as the pleasures of many winter activities including skiing or snowmobiling. Other notable sites include:

• Fort William Historical Park: This is a recreation of an early 1800s fur trade post
• Sleeping Giant Provincial Park: This park is known for its scenic views and natural wonders
• Mount McKay: You can climb to one of the highest points in the province at this location
• Prince Arthur’s Landing: You can enjoy art galleries, museums, and food at this location
• Terry Fox Memorial: This memorial is dedicated to Terry Fox, a Canadian athlete who ran across Canada to raise money for cancer research

Domtar is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments.  We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.  Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Forest products are essential, as are each and every one of our employees and contractors. We take the necessary steps to protect the health and well-being of our employees and to safeguard the integrity of all Domtar facilities.

We are all in this together. We are one community. 

Domtar is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments.  We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.  Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

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