Maintenance Manager

Lafarge Africa Plc; Brookfield; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafarge is seeking a Maintenance Manager to ensure the reliability of plant assets while promoting safety and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, extensive industrial experience, and a commitment to safety and team development. This role offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for career growth and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible Health & Dental benefits

Generous Pension Plan

Access to online learning platforms

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Service recognition awards

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years heavy industrial experience.
• At least 2 years in a management role.
• Experience in a Cement Plant is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure long-term reliability of plant assets.
• Lead safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage operational budgets and forecasting.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Cost Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor / Associate Degree

Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering Degree

Tools

SAP

MS Project

MS Office

Google Docs

Job description

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Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Maintenance Manager’s primary purpose is to ensure the long-term reliability of all plant assets including equipment, buildings, structures and systems within budgeted cost targets. This is accomplished by serving as mentor and champion of the company maintenance philosophy, as well as engineering, projects, and plant services activities related.

Specific attention needs to be placed on managing the short-term and long-term needs of the operation and the maintenance team in a safe and efficient manner. This position is expected to take a leadership role in safety, continuous improvement and people development.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
• Achieve Targeted KPI’s (i.e. safety, reliability volumes, MTBF, etc.).
• Achieve Annual Operational Budgets.
• Detailed monthly Forecasting.
• Identify and participate in the development of CAPEX Projects.
• RCA process and solutions implementation.
• Staff Performance Management and Development.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor / Associate Degree
Additional Education Preferred:
Field of Study Preferred: Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering Degree
Required Work Experience: Minimum 7 years heavy industrial experience, with a history of increasing responsibility with at least 2 of those years in a management role. Experience in a Cement Plant is highly preferred.
Required Training/Certifications:
Required Technical Skills: SAP experience strongly desired, MS Project, MS Office and Google docs.
Travel Requirements: Less than 10%

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated commitment to safety through role modeling safe work behaviors and adherence to safety compliance, policies, regulations, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership capacity with the ability to challenge and develop direct reports.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Good troubleshooting, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong cost management and forecasting skills.
• This role will be On-call to provide support for the plant on weekends or holidays; this is on a rotating basis with other members of the Maintenance team.
• Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents, effective day one.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.

We thank you for your interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Lafarge Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.