Maintenance Manager

JLL; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a multi-site team and ensure safe operations across all sites. You will mentor staff, manage budgets, and coordinate with Safety, Operations, and Engineering leaders to drive reliable facilities performance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in distribution/manufacturing, with travel up to 20%. A technical discipline degree and Six Sigma/Lean experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is preferred (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil).
• 5+ years’ experience in distribution or manufacturing with mechanical or electrical field.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-site maintenance team and supervise Area Maintenance Managers as needed.
• Ensure safe working environment across all sites and audit safety programs.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance programs and budgets.
• Manage outside contractors and respond to emergencies.
• Mentor maintenance staff and facilitate training and professional development.
• Develop capital spending plans and participate in Kaizen activities.

Skills

Leadership

Safety programs

Kaizen

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Communication

Multitasking

Partnership development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil)

Tools

CMMS programs

Conveyor systems and controls

Electrical schematics reading

Job description

The Maintenance Manager position will lead a multi-site team of maintenance associates, and potentially supervise Area Maintenance Managers to ensure a safe working environment across all sites.

What this job involves:

The Maintenance Manager position will lead a multi-site team of maintenance associates, as well as potentially supervise Area Maintenance Managers, and ensure a safe working environment for all.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Support the Operations team by working in a safe, customer-focused manner; and must be highly self-motivated and customer-centric.
• Develop and design innovative solutions to difficult problems, manage outside contractors and be on call for emergencies.
• Handle multiple internal and externally sponsored projects and daily activities, manage to and meet deadlines, and develop & track plans on how to accomplish departmental and distribution goals.
• Work with local site Safety department leadership to understand, implement, and audit safety programs. Ensure that all safety programs and procedures are followed.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs and good working relationships with operations leadership.
• Facilitate technical and safety training, as well as help to develop professional development of departmental facilities associates.
• Mentor all maintenance associates by motivating and providing direction to help them achieve their goals and make a consistent effort to go above and beyond.
• Develop Maintenance department business plans and provide guidance and direction for the successful implementation of those plans.
• Work with site Finance team to develop, set and track budgets.
• Participate in and support efficiency improvement Kaizen activities for the site, as well as the network when needed.
• Develop capital spending plans, facilitate cross-functional project planning and perform cost analysis.
• Own and promote excellent housekeeping.
• Participate in weekly network Maintenance calls and periodic Maintenance Manager off site conferences.
• Candidates must have the ability to provide specific, enriched feedback to enhance individual performance, and provide associates with written performance appraisals including discipline and up to termination.
• Travel up to 20% at a minimum.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Ability to work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil)
• Ability to travel to various sites as needed.
• 5+ years’ experience in the distribution or manufacturing field with equivalent experience in the mechanical or electrical field.
• Experience in the following areas:
• Automated conveyor systems and controls
• Electrical and electronic principles
• Blueprint and electrical schematic reading
• CMMS programs
• Preventive maintenance procedures
• Industrial electrical
• Industrial controls
• Industrial electronics
• Industrial PC literary
• N.E.C.
• Ability to develop and maintain a partnership and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally with Safety, Operations, Engineering, Sr. Management, peers, contractors and vendors
• Ability to multitask and prioritize many different projects
• Six Sigma Certification
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles

Physical Demands:

• Repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking during
• Lifting parts and tools weighing on average 20 pounds, occasionally weighing up to 49 pounds
• Dexterity in eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals) manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation)
• Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces

At JLL, we work together to create a brighter future for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Our collaborative culture—locally and globally—drives innovative solutions. We value wellbeing, inclusivity, and belonging, ensuring every team member feels supported. JLL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.