Multi-site General Manager

Multi-site General Manager – Sawmill & Biomass Pellets Operations

Forest Products & Renewable Energy Industry

Location: Atlantic Canada

About the Opportunity:

Our client, a highly diversified and well-established leader in the forest products and renewable energy sector, is seeking a General Manager to lead its Sawmill and Biomass Pellets Operations business unit in Atlantic Canada.

This is a rare executive leadership opportunity for an experienced manufacturing or industrial operations leader who is passionate about operational excellence, sustainability, business growth, and people leadership.

With a strong reputation for long-term stability, innovation, and environmental stewardship, the organization has built a world-class operation supplying renewable biomass products to international markets. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving operational performance, advancing strategic growth initiatives, and leading a high-performing team through the next phase of expansion and modernization.

The organization is known for its commitment to investing in people, technology, sustainable forestry practices, and community development while maintaining a long-term vision for growth and environmental responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of biomass pellet and industrial operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and profitable performance
• Develop and execute strategic business plans focused on operational excellence, customer satisfaction, growth, and market expansion
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, logistics, fibre supply, and operational systems using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with fibre procurement, woodlands, transportation, and commercial teams to optimize supply chain performance and cost efficiency
• Lead capital planning initiatives, including plant upgrades, modernization, and future expansion projects
• Champion a strong safety culture focused on accountability, engagement, and operational discipline
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing leadership teams across multiple operational areas
• Represent the business in customer engagements, regulatory discussions, industry associations, and sustainability-focused initiatives
• Support and strengthen the organization's sustainability strategy and ESG initiatives through stakeholder engagement and operational leadership
• Maintain strong financial oversight, including budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and full P&L accountability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience within manufacturing, forestry, wood products, biomass, energy, or other industrial operations
• Demonstrated success leading large operational teams and complex manufacturing environments
• Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets, operational performance, and P&L responsibilities
• Proven ability to lead organizational growth, change management, and operational transformation initiatives
• Experience collaborating with senior leadership, customers, regulators, and external stakeholders
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage teams at all levels
• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered a strong asset
• MBA or additional business education is considered an asset

Preferred Experience

• Renewable energy, biomass, pellet manufacturing, forestry, pulp & paper, or heavy industrial operations
• International business exposure, commercial negotiations, or export market experience
• Continuous improvement leadership including Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma environments
• Multi-site operational leadership experience

Why This Opportunity?

• Executive-level leadership role with significant operational scope and visibility
• Long-term career growth and succession opportunities
• Financially stable and highly respected organization with a strong market position
• Opportunity to lead sustainability-focused operations within the growing renewable energy sector
• Highly competitive compensation package, bonus structure, and relocation support available

Confidential inquiries are welcomed. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.