Maintenance Supervisor at West Fraser — NeverHard

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our Edson division in Edson, Alberta, is recruiting for a Maintenance Supervisor – Lumber Mill. We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused Maintenance Supervisor to lead our maintenance team in a fast-paced lumber mill environment. This hands-on leadership role is critical to ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all mill equipment and facilities. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, strong problem-solver, and effective people leader with a passion for teamwork, reliability, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational and documentation skills, be self-directed, cost conscious and be confident in their decision-making abilities. You'll Do Champion a strong safety culture and ensure all maintenance activities comply with mill standards, Lockout/Tagout procedures, Safe Work Practices, and regulatory requirement Participate in safety meetings, hazard assessments, and incident investigations Lead and develop a skilled maintenance team through coaching, clear expectations, and performance accountability Coordinate daily work assignments and respond to changing priorities to meet business needs Plan, prioritize, and execute preventative and predictive maintenance programs to achieve uptime and reliability targets Utilize CMMS systems to manage work orders, preventive maintenance, asset history, and documentation Drive a culture of reliability using root cause analysis, gap analysis, and long-term corrective actions Collaborate with Operations, Reliability, Planning, Quality, Procurement, and Project teams to support mill objectives Manage department budgets and control maintenance costs to achieve competitive manufacturing unit costs Promote continuous improvement and ownership of plant performance You Have Certified Millwright or recognized trade certification with 5+ years of industrial experience Minimum 2-3 years of maintenance supervisory experience in an industrial or lumber mill environment Strong mechanical maintenance knowledge Proven experience with reliability-centered maintenance programs (preventative and predictive maintenance) Proficient with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office tools Demonstrated leadership, change management, and continuous improvement mindset Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem solving Strong written and verbal communication skills What We Value Teamwork, accountability, and trust A strong commitment to safety and people development Leadership with a reliability-focused mindset Continuous improvement and operational excellence What We Offer Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position is $- $, may vary depending on location, education, and relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being. Your Workplace Location Experience the allure of Edson, Alberta, with this exciting opportunity in the heart of Yellowhead County. Located just an hour east of Jasper National Park and approximately 2.5 hours from Edmonton, Edson offers a vibrant community of 8,000 residents surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. Explore the endless outdoor recreational activities and charming local attractions that Edson has to offer. Embrace small-town living at its finest and discover the warmth of community spirit. Join us in Edson and make mountain living your reality. Discover more at: https://www.edson.ca/ West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe. From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications. Diversity At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community. Sustainability West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability. Sustainability Report | West Fraser Learn more about us! We are West Fraser