Chief Mill Maintenance Engineer

Nutrien; Allan; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home shift end

Comprehensive benefits

Stability in Saskatchewan

Safety standards

Career development

Job summary

Nutrien is hiring for a senior Engineering leader in Saskatchewan to guide Mechanical and Structural teams for surface operations. The role emphasizes safety, governance, and innovative engineering practices across maintenance and projects.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of experience, professional engineer eligibility in Saskatchewan, and a track record of cross-disciplinary collaboration and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Structural/Industrial/Electrical) from an accredited university.
• Eligible for registration as a professional engineer or geoscientist in Saskatchewan.
• 8+ years leading a high-performance, multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and lead Mechanical and Structural Engineering teams for surface operations.
• Champion PSIM program governance and safety/ integrity initiatives on behalf of Allan.
• Drive risk identification and implement mitigation strategies in project work.
• Collaborate with Operations, Capital and Maintenance to prioritize maintenance engineering tasks.
• Ensure compliance with governance policies, codes, standards and regulations.
• Foster stakeholder engagement and cross-site collaboration to drive innovation.
• Promote best practices and new technologies to field operations teams.
• Contribute to maintenance opex budgets and manage major surface repair projects.
• Advance continuous improvement through system changes and technical support.

Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Mechanical Eng.

Structural Eng.

Industrial Eng.

Electrical Eng.

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Assessment

Change Management

Technical Writing

MS Office

Education

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) eligibility

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

What You'll Do

• Lead and provide mentorship for the Mechanical Engineering and Structural Engineering team for surface
• Responsible for the Process, Safety & Integrity Management (PSIM) program for surface and act as a representative for Allan on the PSIM steering committee. Support other Corporate Engineering and Integrity initiatives
• Safety leader in all stages of engineering design and execution with a track record in risk identification and effective mitigation
• Support and collaborate with Operations, Capital and Maintenance on the prioritization of maintenance engineering as needs arise
• Accountable for the adherence to governance policies including APEGS bylaws and OHS Regulations as well as other codes, standards and specifications
• Champion stakeholder engagement and collaboration on and across sites creating a culture of trust to foster innovation
• Promote and introduces industry best practices and technologies to the engineering and operations teams
• Adhere to and support the development of maintenance operational expenditure budgets. Manage the major maintenance repair projects for surface
• MOC leader and actively promote and engage in continuous improvement through changes to existing systems and providing technical support

What You'll Bring

• Relevant Engineering degree (preference for Mechanical/Structural/Industrial or Electrical Engineering) from an accredited University
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer or Geoscientist in Saskatchewan
• 8+ years of progressive experience leading and building a high-performance, diverse, multidisciplinary team
• Results driven individual with a focus on building collaboration and trust
• Proven ability to think strategically using the full complement of inputs both qualitative and quantitative to establish priorities, assess risk, and deliver value
• Experience in change management and proven record of effective implementation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle a large and varied workload with changing and conflicting priorities
• Creative and innovative problem-solving skills
• Strong technical writing skills and proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, OneDrive)
• Ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical people in a clear and concise manner
• Eligible to work in Canada

What You'll Get

• Home At Shift End -Enjoy the stability of shift-based work without long hauls or time away
• Excellent Benefits-Comprehensive health, dental, pension, and wellness programs
• Stability -We are deeply committed to our potash operations in Saskatchewan and are one of the largest employers in the province
• Safety First-We maintain the highest safety standards to support you and your team
• Career Development-Access training and career growth in a supportive team environment

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job posting will no longer accept new applications past 11:59 pm on August 19, 2026 (Saskatchewan time). In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

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