Current Opportunities

POSTING DATE: August 26, 2025
JOB NUMBER: 2025-71
HYBRID WORK: Non-Eligible
POSITION TYPE: Permanent
LOCATION: St. Albert, Alberta

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking an Administrative Assistant to work out of our office in-person in St. Albert, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative and office management support to Senior Executive Assistants, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. This role is responsible for assisting with travel coordination, meeting invite distribution, preparing expense reports, reconciliation reports, and handling various general office duties. The Administrative Assistant also plays a key role in organizing internal events, troubleshooting meeting logistics, and coordinating office requirements.

Who Are We?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.

Role Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Assist the Senior Executive Assistants in organizing travel arrangements and appointments.
• Support the preparation of expense reports, P-card reconciliations, presentations, and other documents as required.
• Perform general office duties, including handling mail, managing email lists, and responding to ad hoc administrative requests.
• Perform daily responsibilities to ensure smooth workflow and task completion.

Office Management

• Assist with day-to-day office management tasks, including ordering supplies, managing workspace setups and bookings, parking and handling visitor coordination.
• Help troubleshoot meeting room booking conflicts, technology issues and coordinate with IT for additional support when necessary.
• Provide support regarding Health, Safety and Security concerns and the Health and Safety meeting.
• Resolve immediate operational issues and escalate issues as required.
• Continuously assess and seek to improve efficiency and quality within the scope of role.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal standards.

Document Preparation

• Organize and prepare documents using a variety of applications for technology devices, such as standard office software.
• Support the preparation of letters, emails, and more complex reports, agendas and minutes of meetings.
• Gather and summarize data for reports.

Event and Meeting Coordination

• Provide support for internal events such as Town Hall meetings, Christmas activities, and other office events.
• Assists Senior Executive Assistants with event and meeting planning by conducting research, securing venues, managing attendance tracking, and communicating event information.

Role Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a post-secondary diploma or certificate in business administration or a related field is an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an administrative support role.
• Detail oriented with great communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and committed to self-development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team oriented.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

Other

• Organizational Skills - Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Communication - Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical Skills - intermediate to advanced skill in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive) and basic knowledge of office technology.
• Attention to Detail - Ability to maintain accuracy in tracking tasks, managing schedules, and coordinating meetings.
• Interpersonal Skills - Ability to work well with a team, collaborate effectively, and maintain professionalism in all interactions.

What We Offer

• A competitive annual salary including a company-paid pension at 7% and matching RRSP up to 3%.
• Company-paid dental and extended health benefits, including a health care and taxable spending account and supplemental life insurance.
• Compressed work schedule (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
• Four week’s annual vacation to start, increasing with years of service.
• Relocation Assistance Program, depending on eligibility.
• Team-based culture that encourages work-life balance.

Legal Statement

Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

POSTING DATE: August 27, 2025
JOB NUMBER: 2025-73
HYBRID WORK: Non-Eligible
POSITION TYPE: Permanent
LOCATION: Athabasca Area, Alberta

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a Coordinator, Environment to work out of our mill site near Athabasca, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting, monitoring, testing, and reporting for the purpose of maintaining environmental compliance and regulatory requirements.

Who Are We?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.

Role Responsibilities

• Regulations, Procedure Development and Implementation –Learn and understand the regulatory requirements pertaining to the facility. Review and understand new regulations and implement the requirements into millsite policies, procedures, and training.
• Incidents – report incidents immediately; work with pulp division to investigate the root cause, advise of appropriate clean up, and determine corrective actions to implement.
• Data Review, Collection, and Analysis- Produce accurate reports for government by collecting, verifying and inputting data into standard formats. Understand and interpret data/trends, identify, and communicate answers to the environment team, other internal teams or appropriate contractors.
• Improvement / Innovation – Assist in implementation of improvements and assist in performing non-routine work such as projects or working groups with industry and/or government representatives.
• Participate in ISO audits and ensure all required work conforms to the standards.
• Collect Samples and Perform Analysis - Know and understand mill processes and hazards to be able to work safely while collecting samples; prepare samples, perform testing, and properly ship or store samples.
• Compliance Field Duties - Conduct groundwater sampling, soil sampling, ash sampling, landfill/waste management, wildlife management, hazardous waste management, as required to maintain facility compliance.
• Surveys - Collaborate and complete requests for environment data through third-party surveys.

Role Requirements

• University degree in a related field (preferred) or diploma.
• Expected to obtain the Alberta Landfill Operator Certification within 2 years of employment.
• Related experience in environmental programs/processes is an asset
• Experience in a pulp mill is an asset.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and 17025 is an asset
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) an asset
• On-call Rotation will be required for this role.

Other

• Ability to prioritize, manage time well, multitask and troubleshoot.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, with changing priorities, deadlines, and to readily adapt to change.
• Must be available for emergencies and to work extended hours when necessary.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proficient formal writing skills.
• Strong ability to critically think.

What We Offer

• A competitive annual salary including a company-paid pension at 7% and matching RRSP up to 3%.
• Company-paid dental and extended health benefits, including a health care and taxable spending account and supplemental life insurance.
• Compressed work schedule (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
• Four week’s annual vacation to start, increasing with years of service.
• Relocation Assistance Program, depending on eligibility.
• Team-based culture that encourages work-life balance.

Legal Statement

Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

POSTING DATE: August 19, 2025
JOB NUMBER: 2025-63
HYBRID WORK: Non-Eligible
POSITION TYPE: Non-Permanent (4-year contract)
LOCATION: Athabasca Area, Alberta

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking an Indigenous Steamfitter-Pipefitter Apprentice, to work out of our mill site near Athabasca, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting Al-Pac’s Maintenance Services team by following all applicable Alberta and national codes, regulations and accepted safety practices. The job is responsible for the layout, assembly, fabrication, maintenance and repair of piping systems which carry water, steam, chemicals or fuel used in heating, cooling, lubricating and other processes.

Who Are We?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.

Role Responsibilities

• Train and carry out steam-pipefitter maintenance and repair tasks following detailed instructions while working under minimum supervision to complete the allocated tasks.
• Fabrication of new piping runs throughout the Millsite, following all regulatory specifications with detailed instructions to complete the allocated tasks.
• Replace of safety devices, safety relief valves and rupture disc ensuring detailed documentation.
• Ensure that work is carried out to the required quality standards and/or to ensure adherence to external regulatory codes and internal codes of conduct.
• Ensure all safety mandatory documentation is completed, hazard assessments are preformed including all required learning sign offs. Working while always following safety protocols and workspace clear and hazards are controlled.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory and safety codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards.
• Obtain authorization from a supervisor or team leader for any exceptions from mandatory procedure.
• When practicing or carrying out work in the trade, the following tasks, activities and functions come within the trade:
• Determining location, size and material required.
• Installing, maintaining, servicing and troubleshooting boilers and controls.
• Installing, maintaining and servicing heat exchange equipment and controls.
• Cutting, preparing, aligning and assembling piping.
• Installing, maintaining and servicing pumps, valves and related equipment.
• Installing, maintaining and servicing components in heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
• Fabricating and installing pipe supports, hangers and equipment supports.

Role Requirements

• Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates who reside in or near Al-Pac’s Forest Management Agreement (FMA) area.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of any required program entrance exams and Al-Pac’s on-line behavioral assessment.
• Valid driver’s license (GDL removed) with an acceptable driving history.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).

Other

• Ability to prioritize, manage time well, multitask and troubleshoot.
• The ability to read and understand complex instructions.
• Ability to work indoors (high temperature) and outdoors (sub-zero temperatures) at physically demanding tasks that often require climbing and lifting or moving heavy items.
• The job may involve standing for long periods.
• Ability to work independently.
• Accuracy in processing.
• Knowledge and skill in meeting deadlines with multiple duties and tasks.
• Ability to work under pressure, changing priorities, deadlines, and adapt to change.

What We Offer

• This is a Long-term, Non-Permanent position (4 years)
• A competitive annual salary including a company-paid pension at 7% and matching RRSP up to 3%.
• Company-paid dental and extended health benefits, including a health care and taxable spending account and supplemental life insurance.
• Four week’s annual vacation to start, increasing with years of service.
• Relocation Assistance Program, depending on eligibility.
• Team-based culture that encourages work-life balance.

Legal Statement

Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing Date: Open until filled
Hybrid Work: Eligible
Position Type: Permanent
Location: St. Albert Office or Mill Site

The Opportunity

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a strategic and relationship-driven Manager, Government Relations to join our team in either our St. Albert office or mill site in Athabasca, Alberta.

Reporting to the Director, Stakeholder Relations & Sustainability (SRS), the Manager will lead Al-Pac’s government relations efforts by developing and executing strategies that support enterprise-wide objectives. This includes building strong relationships with federal and provincial governments, representing Al-Pac in meetings, events, and industry forums, and helping shape policy discussions that advance sustainable forest sector development.

Internally, the Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to monitor and influence the evolving political and regulatory landscape, ensuring Al-Pac’s interests are effectively represented and aligned with its long-term business priorities.

Responsibilities

• Government Relations: Lead strategic engagement and advocacy with federal and provincial governments by developing and executing government relations strategies aligned with Al-Pac’s enterprise-wide priorities. Build and maintain strong relationships with elected officials, government staff, and key stakeholders. Represent Al-Pac at meetings, industry events, and public forums. Prepare advocacy materials including briefings, speaking notes, position papers, and correspondence. Provide informed recommendations through research and timely political analysis.
• Operational Excellence: Monitor and report on the performance of the government relations function, setting clear objectives and ensuring accountability. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance effectiveness and efficiency, align activities with KPIs, and mitigate operational risks. Collaborate across departments to align plans and resources, and ensure compliance with Al-Pac’s safety standards.
• Data Analysis, Reporting, & Compliance: Research, analyze, and prepare reports, presentations, and supporting materials. Ensure all activities meet internal policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. Provide guidance on compliance with lobbying regulations and oversee related reporting.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree, preferably in Political Science, Business, Public Policy, Public Administration, other social sciences, or a related field is required.
• Minimum 7 years’ professional experience in a corporate setting, preferably in the forestry or natural resource development sectors, is required.
• Strong network of relationships with government representatives and a deep understanding of federal and provincial legislative and regulatory processes.
• Knowledge of the current political landscape and key issues affecting the forestry and forest products manufacturing sector.
• Familiarity with industry-specific policy and regulatory matters, including lobbying standards and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively—verbally, in writing, and through presentations—across diverse audiences.
• Skilled at building trust, influencing outcomes, and developing strong stakeholder relationships with professionalism, tact, and sound judgment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute complex initiatives.
• Comfortable working with sensitive information and upholding confidentiality.
• Proficient with digital tools and applications to support business processes and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic action plans aligned with organizational goals.

Job Details

This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Arrangement Program that provides the flexibility of working from home and the office.

Who Are We?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.

We are an inclusive workplace where different points of view are welcomed and encouraged. We believe that diversity in our workforce drives innovation, and we foster a culture that supports team members to be themselves and rewards thinking differently. You will experience first-hand that our culture values health and safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, open communication, productivity and quality.

We also understand that work should be just one part of your life, and we strive to ensure our team members have a healthy work-life balance. We offer a compressed work week schedule, a hybrid work arrangement program, as well as a generous time-off policy starting with four weeks of vacation allowance. As a result of programs like these, combined with our culture and working environment, we have been recognized over the last decade with Canada’s Top Employer, Alberta’s Top Employer and Top Employer for Young People awards.

How to Apply:

Please apply online using this link.

Legal Statement

Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing Date: Open until filled
Hybrid Work: Eligible
Position Type: Permanent
Location: St. Albert Office or Mill Site

The Opportunity

Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. (Al-Pac) is seeking a Manager, Sustainability to work out of our St. Albert office or Mill Site in Athabasca, Alberta.

Reporting to the Director, Stakeholder Relations & Sustainability (SRS), the Manager, Sustainability is accountable for leading the Sustainability business unit and implementing Al-Pac’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) framework. This includes driving cross-functional integration of sustainability goals, leading ESG reporting and compliance, managing responsible sourcing and operations certifications and ratings, and supporting ecology-based initiatives that align with Al-Pac’s operational and long-term strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• People Leadership: Lead a team of professionals across multiple locations, fostering a culture of safety, wellbeing, growth, and continuous improvement. Set clear goals, work plans, and KPIs, and oversee daily operations. Manage the business unit’s budget in alignment with Al-Pac policies.
• Operational Excellence: Drive performance within the Sustainability team by setting clear objectives, aligning KPIs, and ensuring accountability. Support internal and external audits, manage regulatory and certification compliance, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with other teams to align resources and plans with broader organizational goals, while identifying and mitigating risks.
• ESG Framework & Implementation: Lead the implementation and ongoing improvement of Al-Pac’s ESG framework. Work with business areas across the organization to integrate ESG priorities into operational decision-making and support departments in applying sustainability practices. Stay ahead of emerging issues and evolving standards and recommend appropriate responses.
• Compliance, Monitoring & Reporting: Support compliance with enterprise certifications and ratings (e.g., FSC®, ISO 9001 & 14001, Ecovadis, C-TPAT), including managing audits, assessments, and recommend system improvements. Lead internal and external reporting, manage sustainability data, and monitor performance against KPIs. Ensure adherence to all relevant policies and disclosure requirements.
• Environmental Stewardship: Collaborate with other business areas on initiatives that promote environmental stewardship, including biodiversity, ecosystem-based management, decarbonization, and responsible sourcing and operations.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Collaborate with business areas to support ESG framework execution and achieve sustainability objectives. Develop and deliver reports, briefings, and other materials. Collaborate with Sales to communicate Al-Pac’s sustainability performance to customers, and contribute to brand-related communications initiatives.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum 7 years’ professional experience in a sustainability or environmental management role with a focus on implementation, preferably in the forest or natural resource development sectors, is required.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supporting change initiatives and progressing sustainability objectives, preferably in an industry setting.
• Management, consulting, and/or auditing experience in progressive roles associated with sustainability programs, standards, certifications, and/or ESG frameworks.
• Strong understanding of ESG reporting and disclosure standards, frameworks, requirements, and best practices, including but not limited to, IFRS Sustainability Standards 1 & 2, GHG Protocol, Science Based Targets Initiative, The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
• Knowledge of current sustainability-related issues, such as biodiversity, ecosystem-based management, and decarbonization, and emerging issues and regulatory reporting requirements, and global responsible supply chain initiatives.
• Understanding of sustainability and responsible operations certifications and ratings, such as Forest Stewardship Council®, ISO, and Ecovadis.
• Ability to collaborate and engage with stakeholders and the public with professionalism, tact, discretion, good judgment, and trust.
• Strong communicator with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Skilled at building trust, influencing outcomes, and developing strong stakeholder relationships with professionalism, tact and sound judgment.
• Analytical and detail-oriented; comfortable managing complex data.
• Organized and efficient, able to manage multiple priorities and drive results.
• Skilled in project and strategic planning to deliver on business objectives.
• Sustainability-related accreditation experience would be an asset.

Job Details

• Travel to the mill site (located near Athabasca, Alberta) is required.
• This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Arrangement Program that provides the flexibility of working from home and the office.

Who Are We?

Al-Pac is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America. Our mill is located near the communities of Athabasca, Boyle & Lac La Biche. We are leaders in our industry, from our quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way we grow and develop our team members and work with local communities. We are continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility – a commitment that is demonstrated by our long-standing Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification*.

We are an inclusive workplace where different points of view are welcomed and encouraged. We believe that diversity in our workforce drives innovation, and we foster a culture that supports team members to be themselves and rewards thinking differently. You will experience first-hand that our culture values health and safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, open communication, productivity and quality.

We also understand that work should be just one part of your life, and we strive to ensure our team members have a healthy work-life balance. We offer a compressed work week schedule, a hybrid work arrangement program, as well as a generous time-off policy starting with four weeks of vacation allowance. As a result of programs like these, combined with our culture and working environment, we have been recognized over the last decade with Canada’s Top Employer, Alberta’s Top Employer and Top Employer for Young People awards.

How to Apply:

Please apply online using this link.

Legal Statement

Al-Pac is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We wish to express our thanks to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.