Maintenance Technician

Trouw Nutrition; Town of Saint Andrews; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in animal nutrition is seeking a Maintenance Technician to manage equipment inspections and preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in manufacturing and maintenance management. Responsibilities include diagnosing equipment failures and leading maintenance projects. This role offers a robust package including a pension plan and health benefits, located in St. Andrews, New Brunswick.

Benefits

Robust pension plan with employer matching

Competitive health benefits

Annual bonus

10 vacation days to start

Qualifications

• 10+ years of solid background in manufacturing with experience in production and maintenance management.
• Millwright and red seal (maintenance mechanic) is an asset.
• Previous experience in industrial maintenance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and maintain mechanical, pneumatic and electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Lead complex maintenance projects and supervise technicians.

Skills

Ability to work in shifts

Attention to detail

Strong manufacturing background

Good data analysis skills

Education

Formal education in maintenance or mechanical field

Bachelor's degree or diploma

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Role: Maintenance Technician

Location: St. Andrews

Hours

12 hours shift, 4 days on 4 days off. 2 days 2 nights per week.

Why join us

Get ready to Own Impact as a Maintenance Technician at Skretting, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed, in a sustainable way to a growing population. Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.

What you’ll do

• Inspections, Preventive & Planned Maintenance: Assess and maintain mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical equipment. Fix defects and perform corrective tasks based on inspection results.
• Flag potential issues early and suggest long-term solutions.
• Lead complex maintenance projects and supervise third‑party technicians.
• Malfunctions & Emergency Repairs: Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment failures, evaluate severity and determine repair urgency, perform hands‑on repairs and consult with supervisors when needed.
• Modifications & Upgrades: Execute overhaul and modification work per instructions, recommend improvements based on your experience and technical insight.

Who we’re looking for

• Millwright and red seal (maintenance mechanic) an asset.
• Formal education or qualification in field of maintenance and mechanical, including a bachelor's degree or diploma, along with relevant experience in the manufacturing field or engineering industry.
• At least 10+ years of solid background in manufacturing with experience in production and maintenance management.
• Previous experience in industrial maintenance and.

You’ll also need

• Ability to work in 12 hours shift, 4 days on 4 days off- 2 days 2 nights per week.
• Ability to bend, twist, lift and carry- 5 to 10 kgs of weight occasionally.
• Strong manufacturing background with experience in maintenance.
• Attention to detail with good data analysis skills.

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long‑term focus.

In addition, you’ll receive

• Robust pension plan with employer matching.
• Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA.
• Short‑term/Long‑term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance.
• 10 vacation days to start (tiered).
• Annual bonus.

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Please note that candidates applying to Canadian job openings must be authorised to work in Canada. Employer Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Final candidates who are offered the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Our organisation

Skretting is a global leader in providing innovative and sustainable nutritional solutions and services for the aquaculture industry. Skretting has production facilities in 18 countries on five continents to manufacture and deliver high quality feeds from hatching to harvest for more than 60 species. The total annual production volume of feed is close to 2.5 million tonnes. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Skretting is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Skretting is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.