Maintenance Supervisor

J.D. Irving, Limited; Chipman Parish; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading timber company in Chipman, New Brunswick is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a maintenance team in a dynamic sawmill environment. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience and a background in mechanical or electrical trades. This role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of supervisory experience in a production environment.
• Ability to lead and communicate effectively.
• Commitment to safety and performance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical and electrical maintenance operations.
• Lead a maintenance team of 10-15 employees.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulations.
• Manage a preventive maintenance system.
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, quality, and safety.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Team leadership

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in industrial technology or engineering

Red Seal in a mechanical or electrical trade

Job description

Grand Lake Timber in Chipman, NB is currently seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join our dynamic sawmill team.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree/diploma preferably in industrial technology or engineering and/or a Red Seal in a mechanical or electrical trade.
• Ideal candidates will possess 4-7 years of supervisory experience along with the demonstrated the ability to lead a team. Experience within a production environment is preferred.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Committed to top performance in a safe work environment
• Demonstrate the ability and interest to take part in additional training and take on progressively more responsible roles within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and maintain plant systems and equipment including mechanical and electrical maintenance operations within one of our state-of-the-art Grand Lake Timber Sawmill located in Chipman, New Brunswick.
• Provide leadership, support, and direction to a maintenance team of 10-15 employees including skilled tradespeople and technicians.
• Ensure that maintenance work aligns with standards, specifications, and schedules, and that maintenance activities are aligned to model maintenance processes.
• Plans and organizes tasks for all technicians and tradespeople before the start of a shift and ensures clear communication to all departments and shifts.
• Ensures all health, safety, and regulations are followed
• Manages and maintains a preventive maintenance system to keep all day-to-day operations running smoothly and to minimize impacts to production and overall sawmill performance.
• Drive a continuous improvement mindset with your team regarding productivity, quality, and safety, and provide support on initiatives such as capital projects and shutdowns.
• Provide regular coaching and training to your team to maintain standards and technical skills.