CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Roads Planning Technician
Competition No. 2026-09
As part of Kruger Publication Papers division, Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited is a quality leader in the manufacture of newsprint and holds the Sustainable Forest Initiative Certification as well as being self-sufficient on energy between Deer Lake Power Generation, Steam Power and Steam Recovery. We aim to be fully reliant on clean energy.
OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Woodlands Superintendent, the Roads Planning Technician provides technical support to the Operations Superintendent for the implementation of Corner Brook Pulp and Paper’s annual roads program. This is a full-time position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The candidate will be responsible for the following:
Supervise road construction contractors and ensure field work is completed safely.- Adhere to and promote company safety and environmental policies.
- Ensure Environmental Protection Guidelines are incorporated into road building operations.
- Supervise all major stream crossing installations (bridge and culverts >1200mm).
- Act as liaison between Company and regulatory agencies.
- Apply for environmental approvals and development permits as required.
- Maintain completion reports.
- Carry out regular inspections of construction projects.
- Oversee forest access roads program to ensure appropriate engineering control on culvert requirements, road specifications, road design, culvert installation, bridge design and construction, tender and contract preparation, and monitoring, inspection, and progress, cost control, reporting, and year end report.
- Maintain annual cost tracking for all roads to ensure road program is completed on time and on budget.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate must have:
- Process Forest Technician Certification.
- Education in Forestry, Forestry Engineering, or Civil Engineering preferred.
- Previous experience working in Forestry or Road Construction.
- Working knowledge of the assembly and placement of panel bridges would be considered an asset.
- Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
- Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and lead a crew.
- Strong problem solving and decision making skills.
- Proficient use of computers (Microsoft Suite, CMMS, typing).
Why work at Kruger?
At Kruger, we believe in giving our employees the space to grow, within a dynamic and stimulating environment, nurturing their development, encouraging their involvement, and enriching their professional lives. It’s no wonder many of our employees have been with us for a long time.
– Fourth-generation company
– Founded in 1904
– Leader in pulp and paper industry
– 5,000 employees
– 10 activity sectors
– 19 manufacturing sites across North America
– Strong corporate responsibility: Environmental stewardship,
Health & Safety highest standards, Community engagement
Our values:
treatment and opportunity to all individuals.
only those selected for interview will be contacted.
