Operating in Whitecourt since 1989 and harvesting 600,000m3this year, ANC is the lowest cost producer of newsprint in North America and has branched out into other paper grades and businesses to maintain our competitive edge. At ANC, our goal has always been to empower our people to run our business in a way that allows employees and the company to grow, diversify and prosper.
Whitecourt, located less than 2 hours from Edmonton, is a thriving community of 10,000, the extensive recreation opportunities, including the Allan & Jean Millar Centre, Rotary Park, and Eastlink Ski and TubePark, make it a great place to call home.
ANC offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and competency, an annual bonus plan and group benefits. Professional development is encouraged and we encourage work-life balance including flexible work hours.
ANC is a place where you will be able to use your:
- Degree or technical diploma in Forestry
- Collaborative nature
- The desire to make your job a place you enjoy
Planner Job Description:
- Secure operating approvals for Annual Operating Plans, General Development Plans, and ForestHarvest Plans
- Have the opportunity to lead or participate in Forest Management Plan development depending on experience
- Comply with Spatial Data Directives including cutover photography acquisition
- Participate on SFI Certification team
- Lead innovation related to remote sensing including LIDAR based products
- Ensure company Geographic Information System meets Woodlands needs
- Conduct First Nations and Metis Consultation
- Represent ANC on the Regional Forest Advisory Committee
- Supervise and perform road and block layout
The ideal candidate has:
- Knowledge of the connections between management planning, operational planning, and operations
- Ability to develop and execute plans
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to work cooperatively with stakeholders
- Ability to work independently in a field environment
- Working knowledge of ESRI software
- Experience with forest certification
Apply or learn more about these exciting opportunities at career_forestry@albertanewsprint.com
This position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early for consideration.