Maintenance Supervisor II

Colonial Group; Estevan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks a General Plant Maintenance Supervisor II to oversee plant maintenance personnel on rotating shifts, ensuring safe, economical upkeep. Collaboration with planners, warehouse staff, and operations is essential for timely repairs and cost control.

Requirements include Journeyperson or power engineer certification with supervisory experience and a 3-year related background; a Mechanical Engineering degree is a plus. Willingness to obtain a Supervisor’s Certificate is noted.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson or power engineer (2nd class or higher) with supervisory experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering asset but not required.
• Minimum 3 years of related work experience.
• Equivalent training or combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Supervise plant maintenance personnel on rotating shifts.
• Ensure maintenance objectives are met safely and economically.
• Assign daily tasks to maintenance and contractors.
• Generate maintenance work orders and coordinate with planners.
• Attend meetings and training, including days off when scheduled.
• Communicate with operations supervisor and upper management about priorities and updates.
• Conduct safety meetings and inspections.
• Address workplace conflicts promptly and professionally.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Journeyperson or power engineer cert

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Eng asset

Job description

General Plant – Maintenance Supervisor II

Position Summary

General Plant - Maintenance Supervisor II is responsible for supervising plant maintenance personnel on rotating shifts while ensuring maintenance requirements are accomplished in a safe and efficient manner.

Supervisor Responsibilities

This position has supervisory responsibilities over other employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all maintenance objectives are achieved in an economical, safe, and environmentally responsible manner.


• Ensure maintenance activities are carried out within company policy, customer needs, and all legislative requirements.


• Ensure the maintenance management system is utilized effectively to maintain cost control and minimize disruption to operations.


• Assign daily job tasks to maintenance employees, as well as contractor personnel, when required.


• Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day duties of maintenance.


• Generate maintenance work orders.


• Attend meetings and training sessions, some of which may be on scheduled days off.


• Work closely with the maintenance planners and the warehouse personnel for needed repair components.


• Communicate effectively with the operations supervisor to coordinate work activities and priorities.


• Communicate effectively with upper management providing timely, relevant updates.


• Address workplace conflicts and team concerns promptly, respectfully and professionally.


• Conduct safety meetings and inspections.


• Assume other duties and responsibilities as may be required in response to changing circumstances and the economical and physical environment of the company.

Typical Physical Demands

Work in a safe manner at all times and be aware of environmental responsibilities both in an office and maintenance setting. This is sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and visual acuity.

Typical Working Conditions

Normal office or shop environment and field work in typical weather. Occasional offsite travel may be necessary depending on assigned duties.

Education and Experience

• Journeyperson or power engineer (2nd class or higher) certification with supervisory experience preferred.


• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Mechanical Engineering or related field considered an asset but not a requirement.


• Minimum 3 years of related work experience.


• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Licenses, Registration, and Certifications

• Must be willing to obtain Supervisor’s Certificate.

Skills/Competencies

• Leadership


• Organization


• Communication


• Decision Making


• Problem Solving