Western Forest Products: A major regional employer
Aug 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
Port McNeill, B.C. Western Forest Products “North Island Forest Operations” are run out of an office located five minutes West of Port McNeill. From here, area managers run all aspects of the logging and forestry operations of Western Forest Products. The footprint of this operation extends to the West, North and East for the main office, with smaller offices in Holberg, and also in the Englewood division located in Woss.
Western is an important employer in the region, with many staff and unionized employees working together to harvest wood and create a safe working environment. The company gives back to the community by way of many projects, and their employees are valuable contributors to the local economy.
“At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We recognize Western’s success depends on a team of skilled and passionate people who care deeply about the safety and well-being of everyone we partner with, including fellow employees and contractors, as well as the communities where we work.
We are dedicated to investing in people who share our vision and help make Western a great place to work. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition. From our timberlands to mills to our corporate and regional offices, we offer rewarding opportunities in every facet of our business. Come join us in Defining a Higher Standard.” – From Western Forest Products (www.westernforest.com)