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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- Business Development Director
- Woodlands Operations Planner/Supervisor
- Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
- Woodyard Heavy Equipment Operator
- Warehouse Operator
- Shift Manager
- Instrumentation Technician/Technologist
- Electrical Technologist
Business Development Director
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking an experienced individual for the key position of Business Development Director. This position reports directly to the Facility’s senior leadership and is suited to a results-driven leader with a passion for sustainable growth and innovation. The successful applicant, based in Port Hawkesbury, will be responsible primarily for enhancing the company’s success through new ventures, and will also focus on strategic partnerships and company representation in various community and sector-based organizations.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain a pipeline of Business Development opportunities.
- Develop and maintain relationships, and collaborate with Owners, Facility leaders and staff.
- Actively engage with local and regional community and stakeholder groups.
- Manage issues and opportunities within a complex work environment.
- Utilize sound judgment to anticipate, communicate, and navigate challenges.
Experience/Education Requirements:
- Post-secondary degree in Business, Forestry, or Engineering
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, preferably within the forestry/forest products sector.
- Track record of strategic thinking, strong negotiation, and effective communication that has resulted in growth.
- Have worked in and thrived within a nimble, fast-paced, evolving sector.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- History of presenting to senior leaders and key stakeholders.
Skills/Competency Requirements:
- Strives for performance excellence and holds themselves and others accountable for decisions and actions.
- Has solid knowledge in a wide variety of forest products and manufacturing areas.
- Proven ability to handle complex situations with strategic foresight.
- Possesses excellent communication skills to articulate challenges and solutions.
- Strong judgment and decision-making aptitude.
- Demonstrated collaborative work ability.
- Self-starter with a proven track record of driving growth and securing strategic partnerships.
- Proficiency in creating/reviewing financial plans, and ability to navigate complex legal/regulatory processes.
Our HR team is actively recruiting for this role. To be considered, please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com on or before May 30, 2025.
Woodlands Operations Planner/Supervisor
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking an individual for the position of Woodlands Operations Planner/Supervisor. Living and working in our Western Cape Breton Island district, you would report to the Woodlands Superintendent of the district and be responsible for the oversight of harvesting, road construction and silviculture performed by our Woodlands contractors - helping to meet the district’s supply chain goals.
The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary education in Forestry and three or more years of experience working in a team environment while having autonomy to make their own decisions.
Responsibilities:
While working within the Provincial Regulations, you would be practicing your skills in:
- Development of a sustainable 5-year operating plan.
- Work closely with the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables
- Timber cruising and GPS work
- Scheduling of forest activities (harvesting, roads, and silviculture) within the team
- Harvest block development
- Contractor supervision
- Environmental protection
- Road planning
- Harvesting
- Silviculture
Complimenting your field skills, you will utilize and expand your office experience by using programs such as LRM, LIMS, Microsoft Office, GIS, ArcMap and Survey 123. Your ideas, knowledge and leadership will help contribute to the team’s daily decision-making processes and the company’s continuous improvement.
Skill/Competency Requirements:
- Ability to work safely in a team environment and promote a safe work culture
- Capability to effectively manage contractors – integrity, leadership and coaching skills are essential
- Extensive organizational and time management skills
- Aptitudes in field navigation and mapping
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, and attention to detail
- Effective planning, multi-tasking and problem-solving competencies
- Demonstrate excellent computer skills
- Solid decision-making ability
- Ambitious, motivated and determined - driven to exceed targets and expectations
Compensation: Port Hawkesbury Paper offers competitive compensation (bi-weekly salary range from $2500 to $3100) and a comprehensive benefits package as well as a challenging, rewarding work environment.
To apply, please email your resume and a cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com. All applications must be received no later than May 26, 2025. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Selected applicants will proceed through an assessment and interview process.
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 are 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.
Our HR team is actively recruiting for this role. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com. All applications must be received no later than May 14, 2025. 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.
Woodyard Heavy Equipment Operator
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking a motivated and skilled individual to join our Woodyard team as a Heavy Equipment Operator. This full-time position is responsible for the safe and efficient unloading and management of wood products in PHP’s Woodyard. It requires shift work and the ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision.
Skills/Competency Requirements:
- Ability to work safely and independently in a fast-paced work setting
- Mechanical aptitude
- Strong communication skills
- Demonstrated problem solving skills and time management skills
- Proficient computer skills
- Flexibility to work overtime
Experience/Education Requirements:
- At least 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Post-secondary education considered an asset
- Must pass a depth perception test
Compensation: $30.22/hour per Collective Agreement (based on an average of 39 hours/week). 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 be considered, please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com on or before June 2, 2025.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Selected applicants will proceed through an assessment and interview process.
Warehouse Operator
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking a motivated and skilled individual to join our team as a Warehouse Operator. This full-time position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a clamp truck to move and load paper products onto trucks and railcars. It requires shift work (a rotational schedule of 4 days on/4 days off) and the ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision.
Skills/Competency Requirements:
- Ability to work safely as part of a team
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced work setting
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent organizational, problem solving and time management skills
- Proficient computer skills
- Flexibility to work overtime
Experience/Education Requirements:
- Experience operating mobile equipment
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Post-secondary education considered an asset
- Must pass a depth perception test
- Two years of experience in a similar role would be an asset
Compensation: $30.22/hour per Collective Agreement (based on an average of 34 hours per week). 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 be considered, please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com on or before June 2, 2025.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Selected applicants will proceed through an assessment and interview process.
Shift Manager
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking an individual for the position of Shift Manager. Reporting to the Paper Machine Manager, this position is responsible for the efficient management of Mill Operations (Paper Machine 2, Thermal Mechanical Pulp, Woodroom, Woodyard, Effluent, Clay and Warehouse) on a 12-hour shift schedule. The ideal candidate will have post-secondary education and progressive experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or related industrial unionized environment, with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience in a supervisory role. Additional consideration will be given to candidates with experience in the paper industry.
Responsibilities:
- Monday to Friday day shifts, majority of time spent in the Paper Machine Department
- Night shifts and weekends, responsible for the entire mill and assist with the management of power dispatching communications with NSPI
- Interact with the Maintenance, Shipping, Scheduling, and other departments, as well as suppliers and consultants as required
- Ensure activities are optimized for safety and environmental compliance, quality, efficiency, and cost control
- Support all safety and training programs
- Lead the Mill Emergency Response Team.
Skill/Competency Requirements:
- Ability to promote a safe work culture and leverage experience to drive H&S performance
- Capability to effectively manage employees - leadership and coaching skills are essential
- Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving skills
- High energy
- Solid decision-making ability
- Ambitious, motivated and determined - driven to exceed targets and expectations
- Demonstrate excellent computer skills
- Initiative to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
Qualified applicants should email their resumes 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 applicants will proceed through an assessment and interview process.
Instrumentation Technician/Technologist
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking a skilled and motivated individual 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 & making changes in DCS & PLC systems
- Changing out & overhauling control valves
- Installation/change-out of positioners and actuators on valves
- Changing & calibrating transmitters, hydraulic valves and setting up hydraulic pumps
- Willing to work shiftwork, overtime and after-hours call-ins as needed
Experience/Education Requirements:
- Electrical Engineering Technology (Instrumentation and Controls) background and/or Red Seal Instrumentation
- Strong skills in Hydraulics
- A minimum of 5 years of recent experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is recommended
- Experience with troubleshooting and maintenance in an industrial setting
- Ability to read and understand P&IDs, pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical schematics
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 hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Experience 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 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. Selected candidates will proceed through an assessment and interview process.
Electrical Technologist
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking a skilled and motivated individual 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:
- Electrical Engineering Technology (Instrumentation and Controls) background
- Red Seal Electrical is considered an asset
- A minimum of 8 years of recent experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is recommended
- 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&IDs, 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 for dealing with both electrical and mechanical equipment
- 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 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. 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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