Description:
FORWARDER OPERATOR
ABOUT US
ACFOR is a Maritime-based forestry company managing woodlands for private landowners and partners across NB and NS. Our work centres on climate-smart forestry: thinnings and partial harvests that keep forests healthy and productive for the long term. We're a small team, we run modern equipment, and we care about doing the job right.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Run our Ponsse Wisent forwarder in cut-to-length operations, working with our harvester operator.
- Forward and sort products from thinnings and partial cuts while protecting the trees left standing and the soil.
- Follow harvest plans: trail layout, brush mats, wet-ground limits, buffers.
- Do daily inspections and preventative maintenance, and handle basic field repairs.
- Keep the crew and supervisor up to date on progress, issues and safety.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Must have: at least 2 years running a forwarder in cut-to-length operations.
- Must have: experience in thinnings or partial cuts, or a strong interest in learning this style of work.
- Must have: mechanically capable; you can diagnose and fix common issues.
- Must have: valid Class 5 driver's licence and a reliable safety record.
- Assets: First Aid, WHMIS, forestry safety training, onboard computer or production-reporting experience.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
- Company truck and paid accommodations when working away.
- Health benefits after 6 months.
- Pension plan after 1 year.
- Ponsse forwarder.
- Training in climate-smart harvesting and room to grow with a forward-thinking company.