Maintenance Manager

G3 Canada Limited; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Thunder Bay is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead electrical and mechanical maintenance in an industrial setting. You will oversee budget, resources, and contractors while ensuring compliance with all policies and safety standards.

The role requires strong communication and leadership, with a focus on preventive maintenance and cost control. A Bachelor’s degree and five years of management experience are desired.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of five years in management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of project management and HR management.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Aligns maintenance program with operational priorities to minimize downtime.
• Prepares annual maintenance budgets and CapEx requirements.
• Ensures safe work practices and hazard management.
• Develops and implements preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensures availability of critical spare parts.
• Coaches and develops team for engagement and accountability.
• Allocates resources and plans budgets with cost control focus.
• Installs corrective actions for equipment and operations issues.
• Manages contractors per G3 policies and procedures.
• Promotes positive working relationships and leads by example.
• Communicates EHS/QMS policies to team and third parties.
• Supports development of technical skills and teamwork.
• Plans methods to improve operations and reduce costs.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Strategic planning

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

Red Seal ticket (asset)

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Project management software

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Location: G3 Thunder Bay

Reporting to the General Manager, the Maintenance Manager plans, organizes, leads, and oversees the material, human, and financial resources of the electrical and mechanical maintenance departments in an industrial environment. The role ensures compliance with G3 policies, practices, budgets, and deadlines and is responsible for managing capital investment projects. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Aligns the maintenance program with current operational priorities to minimize downtime.
• Prepares annual maintenance budgets and capital expenditure (CapEx) project requirements.
• Ensures work is performed safely and that hazards are anticipated and effectively managed.
• Develops and implements an effective preventive maintenance program.
• Ensures the availability of critical spare parts.
• Builds team cohesion through constructive coaching that fosters engagement and accountability.
• Allocates resources and plans budgets effectively, with a focus on cost control.
• Implements appropriate corrective actions to address equipment and operational issues.
• Assigns and manages contractors effectively in accordance with G3 policies and procedures.
• Promotes positive working relationships and leads by example.
• Communicates effectively and promotes and adheres to G3 policies, procedures and programs (EHS/QMS) to team members and third parties.
• Supports the development of individual technical skills and effective teamwork.
• Plans, develops, and implements methods and procedures to improve operations, reduce operating costs, and optimize the use of labour resources.
• Ensures equipment complies with government and third-party rules, regulations, and contractual requirements.
• Ensures plans and specifications are kept current and properly scheduled.
• Maintains effective communication with Operations, Maintenance, and other internal departments.
• Prepares daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance activity reports to support effective performance monitoring.
• Plans and prioritizes safety inspections and communicates the results to senior management.
• Develops and implements safe work procedures.
• Ensures work orders are completed accurately.
• Manages the annual vacation schedule in accordance with the applicable collective agreement.
• Assesses the training and skills development needs of employees under their supervision.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of five years of management experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of project management and human resources management
• Proficiency with standard computer applications
• Red Seal ticket (an asset)