Maintenance Superintendent

Domtar; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading producer of wood products in Thunder Bay, Ontario is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent. The candidate will ensure safety standards, provide leadership to maintenance personnel, and supervise operations. Required qualifications include a relevant engineering technologist certification and 5-8 years of experience. Competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for growth are offered in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus incentive plan

Minimum 3 weeks of vacation

Group insurance from day one

Telemedicine services

Defined-contribution pension plan

Employee and family assistance program

Education assistance program

Health club reimbursement program

Work travel assistance program

Referral bonuses

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 to 8 years of equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated progression in leadership roles.
• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to see the big picture.

Responsibilities

• Ensure application of highest safety and environmental standards.
• Provide leadership and technical support to trade personnel.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance personnel on scheduling and supervision.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technologist or trades certification

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

CMMS

Job description

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada is seeking talent to fill the position of Maintenance Superintendent. This job is full-time permanent.

Overview

Reporting to the Sawmill Manager, you will be part of a results-oriented team whose members are encouraged to exceed expectations.

Your Challenges

• Ensure application of highest safety and environmental standards for sawmill operations
• Provide leadership, technical support and coaching trade personnel and peers while developing and maintaining positive employee relations
• Collaborate with production and maintenance personnel to plan, schedule and supervise maintenance and capital work as we transition from project construction into daily operation activities
• Utilize the maintenance & supply chain best practices in conjunction with the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for processing work orders, purchase requisitions, weekly schedules, PMs and updating the equipment database
• Perform periodic inspections of equipment and systems to observe operating conditions and need for repair or adjustment
• As required supervise repairs/projects carried out by sub-contractors and ensure quality of work and adherence to deadlines through rigorous follow-ups
• Plan and control expenditures in accordance with the operating budget of the department
• Verify the availability of parts, materials and special tools required for execution
• Ensure compliance to internal and external policies, procedures and regulations with respect to the health and safety of the maintenance employees and site contractors

Your profile

• Mechanical, Electrical Engineering Technologist, trades certification or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 to 8 years of equivalent experience
• Your uncompromising approach to safety is recognized
• Demonstrated progression in leadership roles
• Excellent communication skills (spoken and written); bilingualism an asset
• Ability to work as part of a team, to communicate with all levels of the organization and to adapt quickly to change
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills
• Ability to assume responsibility, manage multiple priorities and collaboratively drive issues to closure
• Ability to make appropriate decisions rapidly on the basis of experience and judgment even when you have incomplete information and/or you are under pressure
• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to see the big picture
• In-depth knowledge of MS Office, MS Project and CMMS and solid computer skills
• A self-motivated individual who will work towards reliability excellence
• Knowledge of sawmill and planer mill equipment

Our Offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus incentive plan
• Minimum 3 weeks of vacation and 3 floating holidays; depending on experience
• Full range of group insurance from day one
• Telemedicine services
• Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
• Employee and family assistance program
• Education assistance program
• Health club reimbursement program
• Work travel assistance program
• Referral bonuses
• Relocation assistance to the community of Thunder Bay
• A workplace based on respect, diversity, and inclusion

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.