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Manager, Residual Fibre Utilization
Western Forest Products Inc.
Nanaimo, BC
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Heavy Duty Mechanic
Western Forest Products Inc.
Ladysmith, BC
- $54.38 CAD / hour
Hourly premiums of $1.00/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift · All applicants must have a valid BC driver's license and be able to provide a driver's abstract;
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Millwright
Western Forest Products Inc.
Ladysmith, BC
- $47.69 CAD / hour
Hourly premiums of $0.60/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift
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Millwright - Weekends
Western Forest Products Inc.
Ladysmith, BC
- $47.69 CAD / hour
Hourly premiums of $0.60/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift
Added 28 days ago
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Heavy Duty Mechanic
Western Forest Products Inc.
Holberg, BC
- Up to $54.56 CAD / hour
Hourly premiums on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift · All applicants must have a valid BC driver's license and be able to provide a driver's abstract;
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Electrician
Western Forest Products Inc.
Ladysmith, BC
- Up to $47.69 CAD / hour
Hourly premiums of $0.60/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift · Must have experience troubleshooting PLC’s, ControlLogix and industrial control systems
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Administrative Associate
Western Forest Products Inc.
Campbell River, BC
- $55,000 to $65,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Weekend Cleanup/Firewatch Labourer
Western Forest Products Inc.
Ladysmith, BC
- $30.38 to $35.72 CAD / hour
Shifts: Saturday and Sunday day shifts (must be willing to work all these shifts)
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Millwright
Western Forest Products Inc.
Ladysmith, BC
- Up to $47.69 CAD / hour
Hourly premiums of $0.60/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift
Added 1 month ago
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Millwright - Weekends
Western Forest Products Inc.
Ladysmith, BC
- Up to $47.69 CAD / hour
Hourly premiums of $0.60/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift
Added 2 months ago
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Nursery Summer Student
Western Forest Products Inc.
Saanichton, BC
- Full-time
- Contract
- Temporary
Added 2 months ago
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Forestry Student
Western Forest Products Inc.
Campbell River, BC
- $4,800 to $5,500 CAD / month
- Full-time
- Contract
- Temporary
Added 3 months ago
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Heavy Duty Mechanic
Western Forest Products Inc.
Holberg, BC
- Up to $54.56 CAD / hour
Hourly premiums on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift · All applicants must have a valid BC driver's license and be able to provide a driver's abstract;
Added 2 months ago
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Heavy Duty Mechanic
Western Forest Products Inc.
Woss, BC
- Up to $54.56 CAD / hour
Hourly premiums on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift · All applicants must have a valid BC driver's license and be able to provide a driver's abstract;
Added 1 month ago
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Grapple Yarder Hooktender
Western Forest Products Inc.
Campbell River, BC
- Up to $46.26 CAD / hour
Added 2 months ago
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Operations Forester/Planner
Western Forest Products Inc.
Area A (Kyuquot/Nootka/Sayward), British Columbia
- $87,000 to $125,000 CAD / year
- Full-time

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Western Forest Products Inc.

Millwright - Weekends

Ladysmith, BC, Canada

$47.69 CAD / hour

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Job details

Pay: $47.69 CAD / hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 22, 2026

Original job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you a certified trades person looking to join a “best in class” maintenance team? Western Forest Products is hiring for a Millwright to join our Ladysmith Sawmill Operation located in Ladysmith, BC.

What We Offer:

Wage rate of $47.69/hour as per the collective agreement
Hourly premiums of $0.60/hour on shifts that are outside the recognized day shift
A safe work environment

Shifts: Saturday and Sunday, 6:00am to 4:30pm.

This position is considered safety sensitive, all successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Repairing or replacing mechanical components & machinery;
Rigging and slinging;
Troubleshooting mechanical machinery;
Welding repairs;
Hot work and lock out protocols;
Knowledge of hydraulic systems;
Performing other preventative maintenance processes that pertain to optimum mechanical performance of our facility.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be Red Seal Certified or hold valid BC or Alberta Journeyperson Millwright Certification;
Preference will be given to those with sawmill experience;
Excellent safety record and strong work ethic;
Highly motivated team player with excellent time management skills;
Creative and innovating thinking, logical problem solving, and a desire to participate in an organization committed to continuous improvement; and,
Accountable and dependable.

YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition.

We provide a variety of on-the-job training and continuing education in many areas at Western to ensure you have the skills you need to succeed. Our promote-from-within culture recognizes high performance and we offer diverse career paths across the organization for those with the talent and will to advance.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that sustainably manages forests and manufactures high-quality wood products. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of BC and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering.

Our commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship and community engagement is core to how we do business at Western Forest Products.

Our approach to responsible business practices in all aspects of our business is multi-faceted. We adhere to and employ the most stringent environmental practices in the world. The steps we take to ensure the forests in which we operate are renewed and remain healthy and viable for future generations are mirrored in the care we take to make certain our communities continue to grow and prosper. This includes investing in communities where we operate and continuing to forge mutually beneficial relationships with First Nations in respect of their local and cultural interests.

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Responsibilities

The Millwright at Western Forest Products will repair and replace mechanical parts and machinery, rig and sling loads, troubleshoot equipment and do welding repairs. The work also includes hot work and lock-out procedures and preventive maintenance to keep the sawmill running well.

Requirements

Candidates need Red Seal or valid BC or Alberta Journeyperson Millwright certification. Sawmill experience is preferred, along with an excellent safety record, hydraulic systems knowledge and strong problem-solving and time management skills.

Skills

Mechanical repair
Machinery troubleshooting
Welding
Hydraulic systems
Rigging and slinging
Lock-out procedures
Hot work safety
Preventive maintenance
Mechanical component replacement
Logical problem solving
Time management
Continuous improvement

Benefits

Competitive total rewards
On-the-job training and continuing education
Shift premium

Keywords

Millwright
Millwright jobs
sawmill
mill maintenance
industrial maintenance
mechanical repair
welding
hydraulics
rigging
lock out tag out
hot work
preventive maintenance
Red Seal
journeyperson
forestry
lumber
wood products
weekend shifts
Ladysmith
BC

Seniority

Mid level

Perks

Paid training

Licences and certifications

Red Seal Millwright
BC Journeyperson Millwright
Alberta Journeyperson Millwright

Tools

hydraulic systems

Languages

English

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