Automation & Maintenance Specialist, Surface Finish Centre

BMW Group

Goodwood

On-site

CAD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

BMW Group in Goodwood, Ontario seeks a multi-skilled Technical Specialist for the Surface Finish Centre. You will diagnose complex faults, optimize automation and drive reliability improvements across manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities include leading breakdown responses, preventive maintenance, TPM development, and coaching technicians, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

Worked in technical maintenance, automated manufacturing or production engineering.
Strong fault-finding across mechanical, electrical, electronic, and control systems.
Structured approach to problem-solving under production pressure.
Solid IT skills and commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
A recognised apprenticeship or equivalent practical training.

Responsibilities

Monitor automated production robots and systems.
Lead responses to equipment breakdowns; provide secondary support for infrastructure.
Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic faults.
Deliver preventive maintenance and condition-based monitoring.
Improve cycle time, availability and product quality with data-informed solutions.
Support equipment changes, commissioning and production projects.
Develop TPM and autonomous maintenance using feedback and opportunities.
Coach technicians and production staff on maintenance best practices.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, COSHH, lock-off and statutory rules.