Industrial Mechanic/Millwright - Maintenance & Operations

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Town of Bridgewater; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health provider in Canada seeks an Industrial Mechanic/Millwright to maintain and perform preventative maintenance on various types of hospital equipment. Candidates must have Provincial Industrial Mechanic/Millwright Certification and at least three years of relevant experience. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package. Join a diverse team and enjoy a balanced lifestyle in beautiful Nova Scotia.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as an Industrial Mechanic or Millwright.
• Capable of standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and perform preventative maintenance on buildings and hospital equipment.
• Repair and maintain pumps, compressors, and mechanical systems.
• Assist other trades as needed.

Skills

Provincial Industrial Mechanic/Millwright Certification

Ability to operate various motor vehicles

Physical stamina to perform job duties

Competencies in other languages, French preferred

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 211673
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital
Department: FMS Maintenance SS
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
CUPE Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 19-Dec-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high‑quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work‑life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, Maintenance, and Operations, the Industrial Mechanic / Millwright contributes to the safe and effective operation of the facilities by maintaining and performing preventative maintenance routines of all types of buildings and hospital equipment. This will include, but is not limited to, repair and maintenance of equipment such as pumps, compressors, fans, mechanical systems and components, fire suppression, building grounds and facility infrastructure. The role also assists other trades as needed.

About You

• Provincial Industrial Mechanic/Millwright Certification
• A minimum of three (3) years experience as an Industrial Mechanic or Millwright
• Ability to withstand the physical nature of the job, including standing, bending, kneeling, climbing involving heights, and the lifting and moving of heavy and awkward objects
• Ability to operate various motor vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment related to the work environment
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent Full‑time / 75 Hours Bi‑weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$30.28–$36.04 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long‑term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self‑identify.