Log Yard Supervisor

Log Yard Supervisor

Coldstream, British Columbia

Tolko’s Supervisors are a driving force behind our day-to-day success. They engage teams, keep employees safe and operations running smoothly! If you’re a leader at heart, have Log Yard Supervisory experience and want to make a real impact, come join us!   

We are looking for a Log Yard Supervisor to join our Lavington Division located in Coldstream, British Columbia. Our Lavington Division is where Tolko’s story began over 60 years ago. Today, at Lavington, we safely and sustainably produce 238 million board feet of lumber per year for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities. 

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• A strong commitment to safety, quality, lumber recovery, and production efficiency.


• Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a lumber manufacturing environment.


• Post-secondary education in forestry, sawmill business or industrial wood processing is considered an asset.


• A proven track record in leadership and safety performance.


• Strong organizational, time management, interpersonal and communication skills.


• Superior computer skills.

We value diversity at Tolko and know experience and knowledge come in many forms so even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We’d love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role, you will:

• Live the Tolko values with an emphasis on safety, respect, progressiveness, integrity, open communication and profit.


• Develop and empower your team to deliver results.


• Coordinates work and equipment schedules within the log yard and mobile equipment to achieve planned production targets.


• Be responsible for yard inventory management and ensuring the safety of the contract log haulers on site.


• Be accountable for the safe operation and support the maintenance of all divisional mobile equipment.


• Promote a culture of safety by ensuring work is performed in accordance with company policies and procedures and that risks are identified and mitigated.


• Build strong relationships and maintain effective communication.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.


• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $80,250 to $107,000 per year.


• You will be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program.


• Competitive benefits and retirement plan come standard, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and wellbeing or your future.


• Relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.


• Continued development through on the job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.


• A positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.  

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers. Applications will be accepted until suitable candidates have been selected.

Want to know what it’s like to work for Tolko? Hear what our employees have to say! 

About the North Okanagan Valley

The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia.  Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. Watch this video to learn about the region and find out why life is better here.

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