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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- Industrial Machinist
- TMP Manager
- Business Development Director
- Woodlands Operations Planner/Supervisor
- Instrumentation Technician/Technologist
- Electrical Technologist
Industrial Machinist
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking a Machinist or Machinist 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:
- Set up and operate conventional lathes and milling machines
- Train to set up and operate roll grinder to prepare paper machine and super calendar rolls for service
- Train to set up and operate roll balancer
- Sharpen slitter blades for Calendars and Winders
- 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
- 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:
- Machinist Certificate of Trade – Red Seal (preferred) or Apprenticeship
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in milling and turning operations on conventional machine tools (lathes, milling machines, grinder, etc.)
- Knowledge and experience with grinding wheels and grinding operations
- Additional skills/certification in other trades such as millwrights, welding, pipefitting, are considered an asset.
- Roll grinding experience is considered an asset
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
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 June 17, 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.
TMP Manager
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as TMP (Thermo Mechanical Pulp) Manager. Reporting to the Mill Co-Manager and with safety as our highest priority, you will be responsible for directing and coordinating all TMP production operations. Your goal will be to ensure the efficient and economical production of high-quality pulp.
The TMP operations at PHP include three refiner lines, bleaching, heat recovery, and clay furnish supply. As a key member of the PHP Senior Leadership Team, you will lead your team in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. You will also play a strategic role in advancing fibre production, enhancing efficiency, and maintaining quality standards.
The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or Paper Science, with at least ten years pulp and/or paper production experience coupled with five years in a supervision role. Leading and performing in a highly technical, fast-paced manufacturing or related industrial environment.
Please contact us if you meet the qualifications above and have:
- Ability to promote a safe work culture and leverage experience to drive H&S performance
- Solid decision-making abilities
- Ambitious, motivated and determined attitude - driven to exceed targets and expectations
- Demonstrated teamwork capabilities to support mill-wide goals
- Strong verbal, written communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving skills
- Capability to effectively manage employees - leadership and coaching skills are essential
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 24, 2025.
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 June 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 June 16, 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.
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.
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