Mechanical Maintenance Planner

J.D. Irving, Limited; Saint John; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Planner to join the Irving Pulp & Paper Mill in Saint John, NB. The role will plan daily maintenance work, weekly schedules, and major shutdown activities across the site.

You will collaborate with the Supervisor, trades, Reliability Engineer, E&I and operations staff to ensure efficient job execution and control of work orders and materials. Prospective candidates should have 3–5 years in planning/reliability in heavy industry.

Qualifications

• Education: Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Technologist, or Journeyman Tradesperson or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of supervisory or planning experience in maintenance or reliability in heavy industry.
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written.
• Problem solving skills and ability to lead and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Planning experience in heavy industry setting.
• CMMS experience, ideally with JD Edwards/Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily maintenance work, weekly scheduling activities, and planning of shutdowns/events.
• Coordinate with area Supervisor, tradespersons, Reliability Engineer, E&I and operations staff for efficient job execution.
• Responsible for work order planning, administration and material management/procurement.
• May support as area supervisor and supervise contractors on small projects.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Planning

CMMS

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Technologist

Journeyman Tradesperson

Tools

JD Edwards/Oracle

Job description

We are looking for aMechanical Maintenance Plannerto join our dynamic team at the Irving Pulp & Paper Mill.

Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Maintenance Planner, you will be involved in the planning of daily maintenance work, weekly scheduling activities, and planning and scheduling of shutdowns and events. You will work closely with the area Supervisor, tradespersons, Reliability Engineer, E&I and operations staff to ensure efficient job execution. You will be responsible for work order planning, administration and material management / procurement. You may also be required to support as area supervisor at times, and to supervise contractors on small projects.

Qualifications

• Education Required: Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Technologist, or Journeyman Tradesperson or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of supervisory or planning experience in maintenance or reliability in heavy industry.
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
• Problem solving skills and ability to lead and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Planning experience in heavy industry setting
• CMMS experience, ideally with JD Edwards/Oracle

About the Team

Irving Forest Services consists of a group of professionals that support the efficient operation of all the Pulp & Paper Division’s facilities. From engineering to sales and customer service, the Irving Forest Services team is working on improving and modernizing the businesses. With over $1.1 billion being invested into our operations, we are investing in the next generation.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification 6318
• Job Category Project/Program Management
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 408 Mill Street, Saint John, NB, E2M 3H1, CA

Placement in the salary range will be based on relevant job-related factors like candidate experience, education, skills and qualifications. L’échelon salarial sera déterminé en fonction de facteurs pertinents liés au poste, notamment l’expérience, la formation, les aptitudes et les compétences de la personne retenue.