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Ontario Wheat Producers' Marketing Board 100 Stone Road W, Suite 201, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 5L3

Communications Coordinator

Reference #:	JA-1441
Posted:	May 9, 2008
Expiry:	May 31, 2008
Location:	Guelph

The Ontario Wheat Producers’ Marketing Board represents over 16,000 wheat producers in the province of Ontario and one of the most diverse regions of wheat production and utilization in North America. Currently we are seeking an agricultural communications professional for a one year contract to work on the communications of the Ontario Wheat Board and the Corn Producer magazine.

The Communications Coordinator will report directly to the General Manager of the Ontario Wheat Board and the Communications Manager of the Ontario Corn Producers’ Association. He / she will primarily be responsible for the delivery of our key print publications, our web presence, stakeholder relations and event coordination.

Key Responsibilities:
• Ensuring the continuation of key stakeholder publications including ONWheat magazine, the Conveyor newsletter, trade publication articles and the Ontario Corn Producer magazine
• Support the communications requirements of the Board and staff of the Ontario Wheat Board including sales materials, presentations, fact sheets, articles and news releases
• Coordination of events both in celebration of our 50th Anniversary at the Ontario Wheat Board and our ongoing efforts to add value to the Ontario wheat industry
• Continuous management of website content to build website traffic and meet the needs of our stakeholders

Our ideal candidate:
• Understands the Ontario agricultural industry
• Has an undergraduate degree with additional training in public relations or communications
• Has a thorough knowledge of current communications techniques
• Is experienced with website development and content management
• Has worked extensively with a publishing software like QuarkXPress
• Shows superior verbal and written communications, as well as outstanding presentation skills
• Exudes an enthusiasm for agriculture and communications
• Is highly organized, has effective time-management skills and the ability to prioritize many projects

If you are a results-oriented agricultural communications professional who is excited about the opportunity to work on a great team to provide value to Ontario’s wheat producers, please forward your resume to Erin Fletcher at erin.fletcher@ontariowheatboard.com by May 31, 2008.

Jacques Whitford Edmonton, Web: www.jacqueswhitford....

Soil Scientist

Reference #:	JA-1440
Posted:	May 9, 2008
Expiry:	May 19, 2008
Location:	Edmonton

Intermediate Soil Scientist (2008-182)

Please apply on-line through our web site www.jacqueswhitford.com

Service line group(s): Air Quality & Noise Management, Indoor Environments, Biophysical & Ecological Sciences, Environmental Process Engineering, Leading Edge Services, Administration, Environmental Site Assessment & Remediation, Facility Assessment and Sustainable Renewal, Geotechnical/Materials Engineering, Environmental Planning & Permitting, Environmental Risk Assessment, Management Services, Water Resources, Emerging, Solid Waste
Type: Full-time
Location(s): Edmonton, Alberta

For over 35 years, Jacques Whitford has been committed to building a reputation for delivering outstanding service to our clients in a culture that enables our employees to achieve their career objectives in a fun, rewarding, safe and healthy environment. Today, in our rapidly growing company, we have over 1600 employees throughout North America leading the way with exceptional solutions and innovative practices including offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Burnaby, Duncan, Sidney, Fort St. John, Winnipeg, Inuvik, Yellowknife and multiple international areas as part of Jacques Whitford AXYS Ltd. and its affiliated companies.

At Jacques Whitford we know there’s more to your decision about where you work than just the work itself. We know that helping our people achieve their career goals in a culture that offers work/life balance is what has helped us to continue to achieve recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. What sets us apart at Jacques Whitford is our commitment to offer workplace benefits that set the standard for you and your family. With competitive rewards, flexible work schedules, fitness subsidy, technical training, professional development and ownership opportunities, there are no limits to what you can achieve.

We are currently looking for an intermediate level soil scientist in our Edmonton, Alberta office.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Soil Science, or a Master’s degree and a minimum of five years experience. You will be eligible for membership in the Alberta Institute of Agrology. The position will manage and conduct soil surveys and related information for comprehensive and screening level environmental impact assessments. Your input will be required to prepare regulatory applications for approvals from conservation and reclamation planning and permitting to decommissioning. You will have a sound knowledge of the Canadian System of Soil Classification, Land Capability Assessments and the Agriculture Regions of Alberta Database. A sound working knowledge of federal and provincial (Alberta and B.C.) environmental legislation is required. The candidate should be familiar with the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Act, the Alberta Environmental Enhancement and Protection Act, and the National Energy Board Act. Consulting experience, directly related to the oil and gas or energy sectors, would be an asset. The professional will be self-motivated and also possess the following attributes:

• Excellent organizational skills,
• Superior communication skills,
• Ability to work in a team environment,
• Experience working with federal, provincial and municipal regulatory agencies,
• Strong project management skills,
• Working knowing GIS, mapping and database management, and
• Willingness to travel

The successful candidate will be a key member of the Soils and Terrain Sciences Group that deliver the soil and landscape components for regulatory applications. The team conducts ecological mapping programs, manages pre-disturbance assessments (PDAs) and supervises environmental permitting for a variety of clients. He/she will also be responsible for assisting in the development of proposals, report writing and delivering presentations.

Jacques Whitford AXYS Ltd. offers a challenging and rewarding career in an employee-owned company as well as the opportunity to work with a team of world-class professionals. Additional benefits for proven performance include a merit-based reward system and eligibility for ownership.

www.jacqueswhitford.com

GREENVALLEY EQUIPMENT INC. PO Box 6000, Morden, MB, R6M 2B9 Web: www.greenvalley.mb.c... Email: careers@gveag.com Fax: (204)325-5168

Truckers / Parts / Technicians

Reference #:	JA-1439
Posted:	May 9, 2008
Expiry:	May 19, 2008
Location:	Killarney / Altona / Morden MB

GREENVALLEY EQUIPMENT INC.

Has an Immediate opening at their Killarney Location for a TRUCK DRIVER/YARD PERSON

If you have a valid class 5 drivers license, a clean driving record, previous experience hauling agriculture equipment and have a passion to provide outstanding customer service, then we would like to meet with you!

Interested persons should forward their resume to:

Dale Baloun
E-mail: daleb@gveag.com
Fax: 204-523-4409
Mail: Greenvalley Equipment Inc.
PO Box 520
Killarney, MB R0K 1G0
No Phone calls please


GREENVALLEY EQUIPMENT INC.

Has an Immediate opening at their Altona location for an Parts Delivery Person/Parts Helper

If you have a valid class 5 drivers license, a clean driving record, able to lift 35kg and have a passion to provide outstanding customer service, then we would like to meet with you!

This is a term position from March 31, 08 to October 31, 08 with possibility of becoming a permanent position.

Stewart Matychuk - Aftermarket Manager
E-mail: careers@gveag.com
Fax: 204-325-5168
Mail: Greenvalley Equipment Inc.
PO Box 6000
Morden, MB R6M 2B9
No Phone calls please

GREENVALLEY EQUIPMENT INC.
HAS an Immediate opening at their Morden location for a 3rd year apprentice or Journeymen Heavy Duty or Ag Technicians

John Deere experience would be an asset but is not required. If you have strong mechanical skills and a desire to provide outstanding customer service, we would like to meet with you!
We offer an extensive employment package that includes: Above average salary, paid training, Blue Cross benefits, and profit sharing.

Interested persons should forward their resume to:

Stewart Matychuk
AfterMarket Manager
Greenvalley Equipment Inc.
PO Box 6000
Morden, Mb R6M 2B9
Fax: 204-325-5168
Email: careers@gveag.com

(No phone calls please)
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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