Maximo Systems Administrator

Northland Power Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 83,200 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Health benefits

Wellbeing program

Floating days

Birthday leave

Job summary

Northland Power Inc. is seeking a seasoned IBM Maximo Systems Administrator to lead the administration, support, and continual improvement of our Maximo platform across North America and Europe.

The role requires working four days in the office with one flexible day for remote work, ensuring system reliability, data integrity, and alignment with business processes. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of Maximo administration experience, strong knowledge of security groups, workflows, automation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or college diploma in IT, CS, Eng, or related field
• 5+ years of IBM Maximo administration experience
• Experience with Maximo security groups, workflows, escalations, automation scripts and integrations
• Knowledge of SQL databases and reporting tools
• Experience with API integrations, middleware and cloud environments
• Experience with project management or system implementation
• Experience working with international teams across NA and Europe

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary administrator and SME for IBM Maximo across NA and Europe
• Manage system configuration, security, workflows, escalations, notifications and settings
• Support Maximo upgrades, patches, integrations and enhancements
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and implement improvements
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues and coordinate resolutions with internal/external teams
• Administer user access, roles, permissions and compliance controls
• Support integrations between Maximo and ERP, GIS, SCADA and other systems
• Develop and maintain system documentation and procedures
• Provide user training and support to operations, maintenance, supply chain and engineering
• Ensure data quality and governance across the platform
• Support reporting, KPI development and analytics
• Coordinate with regional teams to standardize processes while accommodating local needs

Skills

Maximo admin

SQL

API integrations

Cloud environments

Project management

International teams

Education

IT/Engineering degree

Tools

IBM Maximo

Job description

Who We Are

At Northland, we’re enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future. Since our inception, we’ve been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon‑neutral landscape. We’re a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we’re uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We’ve expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset. While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.

What You’ll Do

The Maximo Systems Administrator is responsible for the administration, support, optimization, and continuous improvement of Northland Power's IBM Maximo platform across our operations in North America and Europe. This role serves as the primary technical owner of Maximo, ensuring system reliability, data integrity, user adoption, and alignment with business processes across the organization. The role is required to work 4 days per week in the office with one flexible day to work from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for IBM Maximo across North American and European operations.
• Manage system configuration, security, workflows, escalations, notifications, and application settings.
• Support Maximo upgrades, patches, integrations, and ongoing platform enhancements.
• Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and implement system improvements.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate resolution with internal teams and external vendors.
• Administer user access, roles, permissions, and compliance‑related controls.
• Support integrations between Maximo and ERP, GIS, SCADA, procurement, and other enterprise systems.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, procedures, and technical standards.
• Provide user training and support to operations, maintenance, supply chain, and engineering teams.
• Ensure data quality and governance standards are maintained across the platform.
• Support reporting, KPI development, and analytics requirements.
• Coordinate with regional teams to standardize processes while accommodating local operational requirements.

Who You Are

• Collaborative: You know how to build strong partnerships across technical and business teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Customer Focused: You understand stakeholder needs and deliver practical solutions that support operational excellence.
• Problem Solver: You can quickly assess complex issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Accountable: You take ownership of system performance, security, data integrity, and the quality of your work.
• Adaptable: You thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and can effectively balance competing priorities.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: You proactively identify opportunities to enhance systems, processes, and user experiences while driving ongoing operational improvements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Systems, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of IBM Maximo administration experience.
• Experience with Maximo security groups, workflows, escalations, automation scripts, and integrations.
• Knowledge of SQL databases and reporting tools.
• Experience supporting renewable energy, utilities, power generation, or infrastructure operations.
• Experience with API integrations, middleware platforms, and cloud environments.
• Project management or system implementation experience.
• Experience working with international teams across North America and Europe.

What’s In It for You

• Thoughtful benefits – a competitive RRSP matching scheme of 8%; extended health, dental and vision benefits for yourself and your immediate family from day one; paid parental leave; accident and life insurance and disability benefits.
• Wellbeing first – you will have access to our global Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program, including access to mental health resources.
• Floating days and birthdays off – you will get your birthday off and three additional days off annually for important events.

Pay Range: $83,200.00 - $104,000.00 This document is a guide. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the jobs as described herein are not inclusive and are subject to change.

Northland Power is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and accessible environment. As part of our commitment we work to ensure our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you require special assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please notify a member of the HR Department. We use AI‑enabled tools to help identify applications that meet job‑related criteria. All applications are reviewed and decisions are made by people. This is a new position. Motivated by a common vision of energy’s place on our planet, we believe in powering a better world for generations to come. Join our journey as we work towards a more sustainable future.