Port Hawkesbury Paper is a forward-looking natural resources company committed to operating at the highest safety standard while caring for the environment and empowering our people to deliver top-quality products & customer service. We see integrity at the core of every relationship and a key principle as we strive for excellence in all we do in an ever-changing world. As a relatively small, non-hierarchical organization, we deliver big results with no red tape. We are a leader in Thermal Mechanical Pulp and Supercalendered paper production in North America. Port Hawkesbury Paper’s approach to business and environmental sustainability creates an economic cornerstone for eastern Nova Scotia.

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• Human Resources Assistant
• Operators
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
• Electrician

 

Human Resources Assistant

Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our team.  Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Assistant must be a team player whose self starter initiative delivers results in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrating the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining accuracy and professionalism is essential in providing day-to-day administrative support to the Human Resources and Mill Management team.

Responsibilities: 

• Assist with document preparation, reports and presentations
• Maintain training database, HR files and personnel records
• Coordination of meetings, interviews, conference room bookings
• Assist with recruitment activities
• Event planning, community support
• Office activities (filing, ordering supplies, answering and directing phone calls)
• Set-up and track online contractor orientation
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Experience/Education Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or Office/Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Two years of relevant work experience in a similar HR administration support capacity
• Experience supporting senior management
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, PDF Editing and AI)

 Skills/Competency Requirements:

• Organized, detail-oriented, with clear written and verbal communication skills
• High ethical standards and degree of professionalism with proven ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A positive and proactive attitude with the capacity to exercise tact and sound judgement
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and capability to solve problems and multitask
• Solid time management skills, ability to work independently under pressure and deadlines
• Willingness and flexibility to occasionally work outside regular business hours when needed

To be considered for this role, please apply no later than January 11, 2026 by sending your resume and cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com.  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

 

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking a Millwright or Millwright Apprentice to join our Maintenance team.  This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for the preventative maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of production equipment and plant systems.

Responsibilities:

• Equipment installation (pumps, motors, gearboxes, paper machine rolls etc.)
• Changing hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, hoses, pumps etc.
• Replacing and tracking conveyor belts
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing problems
• Using CMMS to find/order parts, provide detailed feedback on work orders
• Willing to work overtime, after-hours call-ins and shift work as needed

Skills/Competency Requirements:

• Ability to work safely as part of a team
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced work setting
• Attention to detail and takes pride in quality workmanship
• Knowledge of the alignment of machinery and the use of laser alignment equipment
• Strong problem-solving and communication abilities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficient computer skills. Experience using a CMMS is considered an asset

Experience/Education Requirements:

• Millwright Certificate of Trade – Red Seal or Apprenticeship
• Experience in maintenance is preferred
• Recent Millwright experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment
• Welding and machining experience is considered an asset
• Proficiency in hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting is also considered an asset

Compensation:

Pay rate per Collective Agreement. Port Hawkesbury Paper offers competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefits package, and a challenging, rewarding work environment.

To be considered, please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. 

 

Electrician

Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking a Journeyperson Electrician to join our Maintenance team. This position reports to the Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor and is responsible for the preventative maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of production equipment and plant systems.  

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshooting & replacing electrical equipment such as motors, transformers and VFDs
• Troubleshooting & replacing components in PLC & DCS systems
• Troubleshooting & installing field devices such as limit switches, transmitters
• Repairing & replacing lighting throughout the plant
• Testing for electrical isolation for operations and maintenance lockouts
• Prioritizing and responding to calls from different operating departments
• Willing to work shiftwork, overtime and after-hours call-ins as needed.

Experience/Education Requirements:

• Diploma in Electrical Industrial Maintenance and Controls (2-year program)
• Electrical Red Seal – Industrial preferred
• Recent electrical experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Experience with troubleshooting and maintenance in an industrial setting
• Experience with understanding existing programs and making changes in DCS & PLC
• Ability to read and understand P&ID’s, pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical schematics
• Experience troubleshooting & installing 600VAC motor circuits and VFDs

Skills/Competency Requirements:

• Ability to work safely as part of a team
• Capable of performing in a highly technical and flexible work environment 
• Knowledgeable and experienced with troubleshooting complex controls using DCS/PLC systems
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Highly motivated, confident in decision-making ability and self-driven
• Strong communication skills

Compensation:  Pay rate per Collective Agreement. Port Hawkesbury Paper offers competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefits package, and a challenging, rewarding work environment. 

Our HR team is actively recruiting for this role. To apply please send your resume and cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com.  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.  Selected candidates will proceed through an assessment and interview process. 

 

Trucking & Harvesting Contractors

Port Hawkesbury Paper is hiring trucking and harvesting contractors to work in our forest management area of Cape Breton and eastern mainland Nova Scotia. To enquire more about job opportunities with PHP, please email us at phpwoodlands@porthawkesburypaper.com.

  

At Port Hawkesbury Paper, diversity means understanding, recognizing, and valuing the differences that make each person unique. We see inclusion as an essential part of our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive advantage. We strive for a fair and equitable recruitment process, where hiring decisions are based on the qualifications and experience of each applicant.

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