Operations Supervisor

Dallan LP is a 100% aboriginal-owned partnership between Lac Des Mille Lac First Nation, Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation, and Dale Levesque (a member of Fort William First Nation), providing industrial yard services including heavy equipment operations, maintenance, trucking, and general labour in Northwestern Ontario. The Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the safe, efficient, and productive operation of mobile equipment and trucks at the Dallan Thunder Bay sawmill and Pulp and Paper operation. The role reports to the Manager of Operations and supervises equipment operators, coordinates daily yard activities and scheduling, acts as the main site-level liaison with the customer, and ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards. Salary Range: $80,000 – $90,000 per year Schedule: Shift work as per operational needs; minimum 44 hours per week with some on-call duties Key Responsibilities: - Supervise and coordinate daily activities of mobile equipment operators (log loaders, Gravek Truck, Dump Trucks, Tractor Trailers, forklifts, and other heavy equipment) - Ensure safe equipment operation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements - Collaborate with Health & Safety Department on audits, corrective actions, training, policy reviews, investigations, and incident reporting - Collaborate with HR Department and interact with union representatives on employee and labour relations matters - Monitor yard workflow to optimize sawmill and pulp mill production and inventory handling - Conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, and enforce safety procedures - Train, mentor, and evaluate equipment operators and truck drivers - Coordinate equipment maintenance and communicate repair needs - Track productivity, equipment utilization, and operational efficiency - Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation - Ensure schedules are completed and posted as required Qualifications: - Valid Class G Driver's License (must be maintained) - Previous supervisory experience in an industrial environment (asset) - Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act - Strong computer proficiency (Word, Excel, maintenance/inventory software) - Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills - Strong interpersonal skills (communication, motivation, negotiation, team building) - Post-secondary diploma/degree in Forestry, Operations Management, Heavy Equipment Operation/Maintenance or similar (asset, not required) - Ability to work flexible hours based on operational requirements