Fleet Maintenance and Operations Manager

Canada Packers; Landmark; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Defined contribution pension plan

Career development opportunities

Accommodations available

Job summary

Canada Packers Inc. is establishing an in-house maintenance operation to support our feed and livestock transportation fleets.

We are looking for a proactive Fleet Maintenance & Operations Manager to launch and lead our newly leased truck and trailer maintenance facility in Landmark, Manitoba. Reporting to the Director, Operations & Business Development, you will build the operation from the ground up—establishing maintenance programs, sourcing equipment and parts, hiring and developing

Qualifications

• Red Seal Truck and Transport Mechanic certification preferred; Journeyman Heavy Duty certification or equivalent experience considered.
• 5–10 years of progressive experience in commercial truck and trailer maintenance and/or fleet operations.
• Leadership experience in a maintenance, fleet, or transportation environment.
• Experience managing employees, contractors, vendors, and maintenance budgets.
• Strong knowledge of commercial truck and trailer maintenance systems and practices.
• Experience with maintenance management systems, work order processes, and fleet compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify efficiencies, control costs, and drive continuous improvement.
• High initiative, ownership, and balance between hands-on operations and strategic planning.
• Commercial trucking experience and exposure to livestock/agriculture assets are assets.

Responsibilities

• Launch and manage the Landmark maintenance facility.
• Establish preventive maintenance programs, work orders, inventory controls, and shop procedures.
• Coordinate maintenance for feed and livestock trucks and trailers.
• Determine which repairs should be completed internally and coordinate major repairs and warranty work with external vendors.
• Recruit, develop, and lead maintenance personnel while building a safe, productive, and accountable shop culture.
• Set performance expectations and provide coaching and technical support.
• Develop maintenance KPIs and monitor fleet performance, reliability, uptime, and operating costs.
• Evaluate truck and trailer specifications, suppliers, components, and maintenance practices to improve value and service.
• Manage vendors, parts procurement, inventory, maintenance budgets, expenditures, work orders, and reporting.
• Support capital planning and equipment replacement recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with transportation, safety, environmental, and company requirements, including accurate maintenance and inspection records.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Budget management

Vendor management

Fleet operations

Maintenance systems

Communication

Planning

Problem-solving

Education

Red Seal Truck & Transport Mechanic

Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic

Tools

Maintenance management software

Work order systems

Job description

Fleet Maintenance and Operations Manager

• Landmark, MB

Proudly raised; Responsibly made.
Canada Packers is building the global standard for sustainable pork. Raised with care. Crafted with purpose. Trusted around the world.
We are a values-based organization that thrives on collaboration. Whether on a farm, production line, or in an office environment, team members embrace accountability and a continuous improvement mindset to drive sustained business growth.
Join us and be part of an exciting journey where your talent and passion can make a real impact!

About This Opportunity:

Canada Packers is establishing an in-house maintenance operation to support our feed and livestock transportation fleets. We are looking for a proactive, hands-on Fleet Maintenance & Operations Manager to launch and lead our newly leased truck and trailer maintenance facility in Landmark, Manitoba.
Reporting to the Director, Operations & Business Development, you will build the operation from the ground up—establishing maintenance programs, sourcing equipment and parts, hiring and developing technicians, and creating cost-effective strategies that improve fleet reliability, uptime, and performance.
This is an opportunity for an experienced maintenance leader who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems, and balancing day-to-day shop needs with long-term fleet strategy and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

Launch and manage the Landmark maintenance facility.

Establish preventive maintenance programs, work order systems, inventory controls, and shop procedures.

Coordinate and prioritize maintenance for feed and livestock trucks and trailers.

Determine which repairs should be completed internally and coordinate major repairs and warranty work with external vendors.

Recruit, develop, and lead maintenance personnel while building a safe, productive, and accountable shop culture.

Set performance expectations and provide coaching and technical support.

Develop maintenance KPIs and monitor fleet performance, reliability, uptime, and operating costs.

Evaluate truck and trailer specifications, suppliers, components, and maintenance practices to improve value and service.

Manage vendors, parts procurement, inventory, maintenance budgets, expenditures, work orders, and reporting.

Support capital planning and equipment replacement recommendations.

Ensure compliance with applicable transportation, safety, environmental, and company requirements, including accurate maintenance and inspection records.

Skills & Experience:

Red Seal Truck and Transport Mechanic certification is preferred; Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic certification or equivalent experience will also be considered.

Five to ten years of progressive experience in commercial truck and trailer maintenance and/or fleet operations.

Leadership experience in a maintenance, fleet, or transportation environment.

Experience managing employees, contractors, vendors, and maintenance budgets.

Strong knowledge of commercial truck and trailer maintenance systems and practices.

Experience with maintenance management systems, work order processes, and fleet compliance requirements.

Strong leadership, communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.

A demonstrated ability to identify efficiencies, control costs, and drive continuous improvement.

A high degree of initiative, ownership, and the ability to balance hands-on operational involvement with strategic planning.

Commercial truck driving experience and exposure to livestock, agriculture, or transportation operations are considered assets.

What We Offer:

Values based culture.

Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.

Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position. Championing diversity is a critical component of our culture. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail] .