Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Adecco; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting a Mechanical Engineer for a leading Mining operation in Fort McMurray. With a focus on reliability and improvement, you will work with fixed plant equipment, collaborate closely with Operations teams, and tackle complex mechanical challenges in a full-time, permanent role.

Benefits

Relocation support

Competitive housing assistance

Career growth opportunities with training and development

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in an operating facility, troubleshooting equipment and improving reliability.
• Strong expertise in fixed plant equipment like crushers and conveyors.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison between Production Units and Engineering team.
• Monitor equipment health and perform root cause analysis.
• Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP/S4

Fieldglass

Job description

Adecco is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer to join a dynamic Maintenance Engineering team at a leading Mining operation in Fort McMurray. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for an experienced engineer passionate about reliability, continuous improvement, and impactful, cost-effective solutions.

If you’re motivated by solving complex mechanical challenges, working hands-on with fixed plant equipment like crushers, conveyors, and slurry pumps, and collaborating closely with Operations and Maintenance teams, this is your chance to contribute directly to business success in a high-impact role.

• Location: Fort McMurray, AB (on-site)
• Schedule: Monday to Friday | 40 hours/week
• Job Type: Full-time | Permanent position

Why join

• Relocation support will be provided; we offer competitive housing assistance to eligible individuals.
• Be at the forefront of Extraction and Tailings operations in a world-class mining environment
• Work with a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team
• Take ownership of impactful projects that directly improve reliability and reduce costs
• Opportunity to grow your career with training, development, and diverse challenges
• Join a stable and respected organization with a strong commitment to safety and excellence

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between Production Units and the Rotating Engineering team, ensuring clear communication and alignment
• Participate in daily and weekly Production Unit meetings to support equipment availability and operational decision-making
• Monitor equipment health, troubleshoot failures, perform root cause analysis, and develop long-term reliability solutions
• Issue scope of work and inspection recommendations for outages and routine maintenance
• Analyze equipment wear, recommend one-time cost-effective repairs, and report reliability metrics for various equipment classes
• Apply continuous improvement strategies to increase equipment uptime and reduce operating costs
• Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders on progress, issues, and proposed solutions

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work full-time working hours. Must be local to Fort McMurray or willing to relocate.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Experience in Oil, Gas & Mining Industry is required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in an operating facility, troubleshooting equipment and improving reliability
• Strong expertise in fixed plant equipment (e.g., crushers, conveyors, hoppers, screens, slurry pumps)
• Experience with Root Cause Failure Analysis and reliability metrics
• Familiarity with hydraulic systems, SAP/S4, and Fieldglass is an asset
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a collaborative mindset
• Self-motivated, client-oriented, and capable of working independently and within a team

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, reliability, and collaboration, apply today to join this exciting opportunity!