Whitecourt, Alberta, CanadaWhitecourt, AB T7S1P9, CANDescriptionAlberta Newsprint Company (ANC), a joint venture of the Stern Group and West Fraser Timber Company Ltd., is a leading manufacturer of premium paper products. Located in Whitecourt, and operating with a non-unionized workforce, the firm's paper mill—the first in Alberta—produces paper of such high quality that it has become the standard by which other paper products manufactured in North America are measured. The company is a successful, well-financed, progressive organization that is regarded as one of the best companies in the paper industry.ANC is seeking a Maintenance Planner/Coordinator to lead shutdown planning and coordination across the mill. Reporting to the Engineering and Maintenance Manager, this role also provides planning support to the mechanical and electrical maintenance teams, engineering, and operations.The Maintenance Planner/Coordinator brings structure and coordination to weekly, bimonthly, and major spring and fall shutdowns while supporting maintenance programs, contractor activities, materials planning, and the mill's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).The RoleThe Maintenance Planner/Coordinator owns the mill's shutdown planning process and works directly with maintenance technicians, operations, engineering, purchasing, and external contractors to ensure work is properly scoped, scheduled, coordinated, and ready for execution.This role combines:shutdown planning and scheduling expertisepractical knowledge of maintenance work and industrial operationsCMMS ownership and data disciplineproblem-solving, analysis, and cross-functional leadershipThe position plays a central role in connecting people, work, materials, and systems so shutdown and maintenance activities can be completed safely and efficiently.Key ResponsibilitiesShutdown Planning & CoordinationLead shutdown planning and coordination for the millPlan and schedule weekly and bimonthly shutdowns,



including major spring and fall shutdownsWork directly with maintenance technicians to scope and plan shutdown workLead the shutdown planning team and coordinate input from maintenance, engineering, operations, purchasing, and contractorsMaintenance Programs & CMMSSupport the development and implementation of preventive and routine maintenance programsServe as owner of the mill's CMMS and support effective use of the systemMaintain accurate parts and cost information in the CMMSPartner with Purchasing to assess spare-parts criticality and support obsolescence planningManage external contractors performing building maintenance, sheet metal, and scaffolding workWhat Success Looks LikeShutdown scopes and schedules are complete, practical, and ready for executionMaintenance, engineering, operations, purchasing, and contractors are aligned on work priorities and requirementsCMMS information is accurate, current, and supports effective planningPreventive and routine maintenance programs continue to strengthenCritical spare-parts and obsolescence risks are identified and addressed proactivelyWhat You BringA minimum of 5 years of relevant maintenance and/or planning experienceAn Engineering degree, Engineering Technology diploma, Journeyperson Millwright certification, or a related trade qualificationDemonstrated experience using CMMS and maintenance planning systemsProficiency with Microsoft Project or comparable project-planning softwareStrong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skillsLeadership skills and the ability to lead a cross-functional shutdown planning teamHands-on mechanical experience is considered an assetPulp and paper experience is considered an assetPlanning or project management certification is considered an assetAlberta Newsprint Company will only consider those eligible to work in Canada either by citizenship, permanent residency, or valid Canadian work permit.We thank all those who apply, but only applicants being actively considered for employment will be contacted.QualificationsEducationRequiredHigh School Diploma or better.PreferredDiploma or better in Engineering Technology or related field.

📌 Maintenance Planner/Coordinator (Whitecourt)
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