Director of Operations, Asset Management & Operational Efficiency

Systemex; Montreal; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work structure

Group RRSP

Well-being programs

LMS and learning resources

Office coffee and refreshments

Job summary

Systemex Group is seeking a senior Asset Management leader to head the Asset Management practice within Systemex Industrial Consulting (SIC). You will oversee project delivery, workforce planning, and governance across asset-intensive industries such as mining, manufacturing, and energy from Montreal.

The role requires 10–15 years of experience, a strong track record in leadership and client relations, and fluent French.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; P.Eng. is a strong asset.
• 10–15 years in asset-intensive industrial environments (mining, manufacturing, energy, heavy industry).
• Proven leadership in technical teams, delivery, and client relationships in consulting or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of asset management, ISO 55000, maintenance and reliability, and CMMS/EAM systems.
• Proficiency in French is mandatory; English is needed for internal and external communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of the Asset Management practice, including project delivery, workload planning, resource allocation, KPIs, profitability, productivity, and safe, on-time, on-budget results.
• Drive continuous improvement of internal processes, delivery frameworks, project execution methods, and cross-functional operational alignment.
• Lead, coach, and develop multidisciplinary teams while supporting hiring, onboarding, workforce planning, retention, knowledge transfer, and a high-performance culture.
• Oversee asset management, maintenance and reliability, PM optimization, RCM/FMECA, CMMS/EAM systems, ISO 55000, operational readiness, and asset lifecycle support.
• Act as a senior escalation point for project and client issues, ensuring execution quality, client satisfaction, risk mitigation, and compliance.
• Support strategic client meetings, executive presentations, proposals, account growth, and long-term practice growth.

Skills

Leadership

Asset management

CMMS/EAM

ISO 55000

French language

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

P.Eng. designation (asset)

Tools

CMMS/EAM systems

Job description

About Systemex Group

Systemex Group is a growing global organization bringing together complementary expertise in industrial automation and industrial consulting. We help our clients grow and improve customer satisfaction and financial performance through automation, productivity, reliability, operational performance, and the successful delivery of complex projects.

Our organization is comprised of two divisions:

• Systemex Automation (SA)– Delivering innovative automation, robotics, control systems, digital manufacturing, and warehouse automation solutions with 24/7 customer support.
• Systemex Industrial Consulting (SIC)– Providing lifecycle services focused on operational readiness, commissioning, asset management, maintenance and reliability, workforce solutions, and operational excellence.

With over 120 employees and ambitious growth objectives, Systemex is committed to building scalable processes, fostering innovation, strengthening governance, enhancing cybersecurity, and leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to deliver greater value to our employees and clients.

This opportunity is part of Systemex Industrial Consulting (SIC)

SIC partners with organizations across the mining, manufacturing, energy, and industrial sectors to improve operational performance throughout the entire asset lifecycle.

Our multidisciplinary teams support clients in operational readiness, commissioning, start-up, ramp-up, maintenance and reliability, asset management, workforce solutions, and continuous improvement. We don’t simply develop strategies; we work alongside our clients to successfully implement them

Key Responsibilities

• Lead execution of the Asset Management practice, including project delivery, workload planning, resource allocation, KPIs, profitability, productivity, and safe, on-time, on-budget results.
• Drive continuous improvement of internal processes, delivery frameworks, project execution methods, and cross-functional operational alignment.
• Lead, coach, and develop multidisciplinary teams while supporting hiring, onboarding, workforce planning, retention, knowledge transfer, and a high-performance culture.
• Oversee mandates related to asset management, maintenance and reliability, PM optimization, RCM/FMECA, CMMS/EAM systems, ISO 55000, operational readiness, and asset lifecycle support.
• Act as a senior escalation point for project and client issues, ensuring execution quality, client satisfaction, risk mitigation, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Support strategic client meetings, executive presentations, proposals, account growth, business development, forecasting, budgeting, and long-term practice growth.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field; P.Eng. designation is a strong asset.
• 10–15 years of experience in asset-intensive industrial environments, including mining, manufacturing, energy, or heavy industrial operations.
• Proven leadership managing technical teams, operational delivery, multidisciplinary projects, and client relationships in consulting or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of asset management, ISO 55000, maintenance and reliability best practices, operational efficiency, continuous improvement, and CMMS/EAM systems.
• Proficiency in French is mandatory. Proficiency in English is also required in order to communicate effectively with internal clients and partners located outside of Quebec.

You Will Thrive If You Have

• Strong operational leadership, execution mindset, accountability, organization, and adaptability.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operational demands in fast-paced industrial environments.
• Strong people leadership, team development, and client-oriented approach focused on long-term partnerships and value creation.

What We Offer

• Flexible work structure, autonomy, summer hours, and a collaborative, stimulating, and diverse work environment.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary mandates, industry leaders, and opportunities to contribute directly to SIC’s growth and strategic positioning.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a Group RRSP, well-being and engagement programs, professional association reimbursement, and continuous learning resources, including an LMS.
• Office perks, including complimentary coffee and refreshments.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and an inclusive workplace for all.