Robert Fawcett
About Robert Fawcett
Robert Fawcett serves as the Director of Corporate Relations for Forestry at J.D. Irving, Limited, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in the forest product and building material industries, having held various leadership roles within J.D. Irving and other organizations over several decades.
Current Role at J.D. Irving
Robert Fawcett serves as the Director of Corporate Relations in Forestry at J.D. Irving, Limited. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in the forestry sector. His role involves fostering relationships with stakeholders at local, provincial, and national levels, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the industry.
Previous Positions at J.D. Irving
Fawcett has held multiple roles at J.D. Irving, Limited prior to his current position. He was the General Manager of the Grand Lake Timber Sawmill from 2014 to 2015 and served as the Site Manager at the Sussex Sawmill and Chip Plant from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he was the Director of Corporate Relations in Forestry from 2009 to 2014 and co-chaired the South Central New Brunswick Forestry Working Group from 2009 to 2014.
Educational Background
Robert Fawcett has a solid educational foundation in business and science. He studied at Dalhousie University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1972 to 1976. He also attended Holland College, completing a program in Business/Corporate Communications in 1978. His early education was completed at Rothesay Netherwood School, where he graduated with honors.
Experience in the Building Supply Industry
Fawcett has significant experience in the building supply sector, having worked at Castle Building Centres Group Ltd. as Area Group Leader for New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island from 1992 to 1997. He also served as Chair of the Board of Directors for the same company from 2006 to 2007. His background includes extensive knowledge of manufacturing, wholesale, and retail operations within the industry.
Involvement in Forestry and Community Initiatives
Robert Fawcett is a founding partner and member of the Board of Directors at Fundy Model Forest, a position he has held since 1995. He is committed to building strong leadership pipelines through partnerships with educational and training development institutions across Canada. His work emphasizes the importance of collaboration and relationship-building within the forestry sector.