Maintenance Chief Engineer (Refrigeration)

Adecco Canada; Aylmer; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Maintenance Chief Engineer (Refrigeration) in Hamilton, ON. The candidate will oversee refrigeration and utility systems, lead a team, and ensure compliance with safety standards. A valid 2nd Class Operating Engineer Certificate and 3-5 years of experience in cold storage maintenance are essential. This role offers the chance to work with advanced systems in a recognized company that values safety and innovation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in refrigeration/cold storage, in a chief or supervisory engineering role.
• Experience with PLC, HMI, and automation systems is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of ammonia, glycol, and Freon systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain ammonia/Freon refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Supervise engineers and maintenance staff.
• Develop preventative and predictive maintenance programs.

Skills

Knowledge of refrigeration systems

Leadership skills

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Education

Valid 2nd Class Operating Engineer Certificate (TSSA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance software

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Chief Engineer (Refrigeration)

Hamilton, ON

Our client, a leader in the Canadian cold storage and supply chain sector in the Hamilton / Burlington area, is seeking a Maintenance Chief Engineer (Refrigeration) to oversee refrigeration, utility, and facility systems. This is an opportunity to work with advanced systems, lead a skilled team, and contribute to a company recognized for safety, reliability, and innovation.

Requirements - Maintenance Chief Engineer (Refrigeration)

• Valid 2nd Class Operating Engineer Certificate (TSSA)
• 3-5 years in refrigeration / cold storage, food plant, or related environment - in a a chief or supervisory engineering role
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration systems (ammonia, glycol, Freon), compressors, pumps, HVAC, and electrical controls
• Experience with PLC, HMI, and automation systems (asset)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; maintenance software knowledge is an asset
• Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and communication skills

Key Responsibilities - Maintenance Chief Engineer

• Operate and maintain ammonia / Freon refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, cooling towers, air compressors, and related utilities
• Supervise engineers and maintenance staff, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with TSSA and OHSA standards
• Develop preventative / predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and optimize efficiency
• Support upgrades, capital projects, and budget planning with technical expertise
• Lead workplace safety initiatives and maintain compliance documentation

APPLICATION - Maintenance Chief Engineer (Refrigeration)

If you have the required 3+ years of cold storage maintenance experience together with your 2nd class operating engineer certificate, please apply today. Only those candidates selected will be contacted, thank you.

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