Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor

Cain & Associates; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Cain & Associates seeks an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor to lead electrical and instrumentation maintenance in a fast-paced industrial setting. You will supervise Electricians, Instrumentation/Process Control Technicians, and contractors while prioritizing safety and equipment reliability.

You will plan preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot control systems, coordinate with production and engineering, and use SAP CMMS to manage work orders and inventory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in industrial settings.
• Trade certification or post-secondary diploma/degree in Electrical/Instrumentation.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, maintenance practices, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with PLCs, automation, and process control systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS software, preferably SAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead teams and drive safety and reliability improvements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electricians, instrument technicians, and contractors.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting electrical, instrumentation, automation, and process control systems.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Use CMMS to manage work orders, schedules, inventory, and resources.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and maintenance optimization.
• Support training and performance development, and communicate across shifts.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Safety culture

CMMS SAP

PLC automation

Electrical systems

Communication

Education

Electrical trade certification or degree in Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor to lead electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities within a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment.

This position is responsible for supervising a team of Electricians, Instrumentation/Process Control Technicians, and contractors, ensuring safe and efficient maintenance operations while supporting equipment reliability, production performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, hands‑on leadership experience, and the ability to effectively coordinate maintenance activities in a demanding industrial setting, safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop electrical and instrumentation maintenance personnel and contractors.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with workplace safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime and production interruptions.
• Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting electrical, instrumentation, automation, and process control systems.
• Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to manage work orders, maintenance schedules, inventory, and resource allocation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, equipment upgrades, and maintenance optimization.
• Support employee training, technical development, and performance management.
• Ensure effective communication between maintenance teams, production departments, and across shifts.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or processing environment.
• Recognized electrical trade certification or post‑secondary diploma/degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related technical discipline.
• Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, maintenance practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience with PLCs, automation, and industrial process control systems is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with CMMS software, preferably SAP, for maintenance planning and work management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Microsoft Project is an asset.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop employees, and drive improvements in safety, reliability, and maintenance performance.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on maintenance leader with a strong electrical and instrumentation background, proven supervisory experience, and a proactive approach to equipment reliability and safety. They are comfortable working in a production‑driven industrial environment and can effectively balance day‑to‑day maintenance demands with longer‑term operational improvements.

Compensation package includes relocation assistance for the right candidate. Do you thrive in a smaller community with an abundance of outdoor activities year‑round? This might be the right opportunity for you! With Winnipeg just a couple of hours away, this opportunity has it all!