Office Administrator Summer Student

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our Cochrane division in Cochrane, Alberta, is recruiting for an Office Administrator Summer Student.

A 4-month term reporting to the Divisional Controller, your day-to-day responsibilities are balanced with working at the front desk of the corporate office and backup for other team departments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Tracking and processing various payments
• Backup for other teams, including Accounts Payables. This will include working with Oracle
• Assisting in accounting as opportunities exist
• Answering the phone and directing calls
• Arranging couriers and managing mail
• Maintaining office supplies
• Booking board rooms and assisting to prepare materials for various meetings
• Booking travel and accommodation
• Assisting with other duties and projects as required
  
  

Our ideal candidate would have: 

• Post-secondary education or working towards a diploma would be an asset
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite of Programs
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Quick learner and flexible to pick up different duties as needed
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  
  

Your Workplace Location:

Cochrane is a family-friendly community and offers excellent year-round recreational activities. Our mill and forest operations form an integral part of the community, providing economic stability to employees and families that live in the Cochrane area. To learn more visit: https://www.cochrane.ca/

About Us

We make renewable, wood-based building products for the world, contributing to a more sustainable future. Today, West Fraser is one of the world’s largest producers of sustainable wood-based building products, with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. From responsibly sourced and sustainably managed forest resources, West Fraser produces lumber, engineered wood products (oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, medium-density fiberboard, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, other residuals, and renewable energy. West Fraser’s products are used in home construction, repair and remodeling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and boxes.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

Diversity

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

Sustainability Report | West Fraser

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