Plant Manager

Colas; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations at multiple plants in St. Albert. The role requires ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards, managing a diverse team, and optimizing production efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess extensive industry experience, strong technical knowledge, and effective communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Personal vehicles allowance

Corporate Retirement Pension Plan

Health and Dental Package

Qualifications

• Must have extensive industry experience in a supervisory position or equivalent.
• Must have technical knowledge of asphalt and concrete equipment.
• Experience operating and maintaining Asphalt Plants and Ready-Mix equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations across multiple business units.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Optimize plant performance and resource management.

Skills

Extensive industry experience

Technical knowledge of asphalt and concrete equipment

Strong computer skills (Command Alkon, MINDS, MS Office, JDE)

Strong written and oral communication

Ability to work independently

Job description

Standard General Edmonton

250 Carleton Drive

St. Albert, AB T8N 6W2

Summary

The Plant Manager will manage the day‑to‑day business and operations of 3 material business units: Asphalt Plants in Acheson and Leduc, Soil Cement Plant in Edmonton, and Ready‑Mix Plant in Acheson.

This position reports to the Manufacturing Manager and is the liaison between customers, employees, and the company.

Role Purpose

The Plant Manager oversees the operations of manufacturing plants producing Asphalt, Soil Cement, and Concrete.

Leading a team ensuring quality and safety standards, and coordinating with departments to meet production targets and maintain compliance with regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environment

Responsible for driving safety performance across Business Units by leading indicator safety metrics.

• Implementing and managing the HSE Program.
• Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental policies.

Collaborates with leadership and project teams to achieve HSE goal and foster a culture of accountability.

• Continuously improves safety practices through guidance and feedback.
• Leading by example.

Plant Operations Management

To support continuous production and meet business objectives.

• Develop and oversee production and maintenance.
• Deliver strategies to meet KPIs.
• Optimize plant performance and ensure efficient resource management.

Manage daily operations:

• Quality control.
• Inventory.
• Cross‑functional coordination.

Maintenance Management

To ensure optimal equipment performance and facility upkeep. Coordinate with Business Unit Superintendents to plan and execute preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance for plant equipment.

• Develop maintenance schedules.
• Manage major repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections.

Team Supervision

Uphold Colas & SGE values while leading and engaging a team through clear communication, guidance, and employee development.

• Manage workforce planning.
• Foster strong union and cross‑functional relations.
• Promote a collaborative, empowered, and ethical work environment.

Employee Development & Coaching

To enhance overall team performance, lead initiatives focused on talent management, succession planning, and team development.

• Identify key roles.
• Address skill gaps.
• Provide training.
• Ensure clear communication of goals and corrective actions.

Financial & Risk Management

To ensure effective cost control and business planning, support the Sales and Manufacturing teams on quoting, budgeting, and forecasting.

Monitor Performance Metrics

• Account receivables & payables.
• Inventory in line with SGE guidelines to identify improvement opportunities.

Business Development & Customer Relations Management

Regularly engage with the Sales team to explore bid opportunities, support the pursuit of new business within existing accounts and local markets, collaborate across departments, and prepare proposals, negotiate deals, and analyze market trends for continuous improvement.

Profile

Experience and Knowledge Required for the Role

• Must have extensive industry experience in a supervisory position or an equivalent combination of technical education and industry experience.
• Must have technical knowledge of asphalt and concrete equipment and process.
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Command Alkon and MINDS software, MS Office, and JDE.
• Experience operating and maintaining Asphalt Plants and Ready‑Mix equipment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage responsibilities.

Working Conditions

• Overtime as required.
• Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Manual dexterity required to use computer and peripherals.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary negotiable based on applicant experience with discretionary bonus.
• Personal vehicles allowance benefit.
• Corporate Retirement Pension Plan.
• Manulife Health and Dental Package with health spending.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Standard General is looking for committed, hardworking and enthusiastic individuals; we offer professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, and comprehensive benefits packages. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.