Lead Industrial Engineer, Maintenance Improvements

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health

Dental

Transit Pass

Public Service Pension Plan

Job summary

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company is seeking a qualified professional to lead maintenance process optimization and asset management initiatives for Metro Vancouver’s SkyTrain systems. The role emphasizes reliability improvements, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications include a university degree in engineering and PEng status or eligibility, with extensive experience in complex operational environments and CMMS usage.

Qualifications

• The competencies for this role are typically acquired through completion of a university degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, plus registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC, or eligibility for registration,

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance process optimization initiatives within a complex operational environment.
• Support workflow analysis and operational performance measurement to drive reliability improvements.
• Develop and implement process standardization, measurement and reporting practices.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and process mapping to optimize maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and unionized staff to improve reliability and service continuity.

Skills

Maintenance operations

Asset management

Continuous improvement

Process optimization

Data analysis

Education

University degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering

Professional Engineer with EGBC or eligible

Tools

CMMS

Asset management systems

Operational reporting tools

Job description

Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.

Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.

When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers!

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

The competencies for this role are typically acquired through completion of a university degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, plus registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC, or eligibility for registration, along with six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance operations, asset management, reliability improvement, process optimization, or continuous improvement within a complex operational or infrastructure environment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Strong knowledge of maintenance operations, asset management principles, operational process improvement methodologies, and continuous improvement practices.

Experience supporting maintenance process optimization, workflow analysis, operational performance measurement, and reliability improvement initiatives within a complex operational environment.

Knowledge of maintenance planning, maintenance scheduling, reliability concepts, operational performance metrics, and process standardization practices.

Experience using continuous improvement and problem-solving methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, process mapping, and workflow optimization techniques.

Ability to analyze operational data, identify trends, evaluate risks, and develop practical recommendations to improve operational performance and maintenance effectiveness.

Strong interpersonal, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work effectively with technical staff, operational leaders, unionized employees, and cross-functional teams.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.

Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional initiatives supporting operational reliability, service continuity, and maintenance excellence.

Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), asset management systems, operational reporting tools, and maintenance performance analytics.

Experience working within a unionized, safety-sensitive, and operationally complex environment supporting continuous operations.

Other Information

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Interview Process:

As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates will be asked to deliver a brief 5-10 minute presentation on a process improvement initiative they have led or significantly contributed to. Candidates should be prepared to discuss the challenge or opportunity identified, their approach, key actions taken, stakeholder engagement, outcomes achieved, and lessons learned.

In addition, assessments may be administered to evaluate candidates' suitability for the role. Internal applicants will be required to achieve a minimum score of 70% on each assessment component to demonstrate the level of proficiency required for the position.

Please note: An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation

Resident

This position works predominately on-site.

Rate of Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $100,080 - $125,100 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role.

We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [e-mail].