Regional Maintenance Manager

Amazon Canada Fulfillment Services, ULC; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce company in York Region is seeking a Regional Maintenance Manager to lead their Facilities Maintenance team. This role requires a subject matter expert in maintenance and workplace safety, overseeing multiple projects to maximize equipment uptime. The successful candidate will have strong leadership experience, data-driven management skills, and a solid educational background. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career growth. Relocation may be supported by company policies.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance-based bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years maintenance experience or 2+ years Amazon experience.
• 7+ years managing teams in manufacturing, distribution, or production environments.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to field-based Facilities Managers.
• Oversee budget development and execution.
• Innovate and standardize processes for maintenance best practices.

Skills

Core Maintenance Leadership

Technical & Analytical Expertise

Data-driven management skills

Strong communication

Education

BS in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field

MBA or Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

AutoCAD

MS Project

SQL

Job description

Amazon is a Fortune 500 company and the global leader in e-commerce, and we are seeking a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our corporate-based engineering team as a Regional Maintenance Manager of Facilities Maintenance. You will manage and lead Facilities Managers and Facilities Area Managers, reporting to the Facilities Maintenance Director, with a primary focus on maximizing equipment uptime and executing maintenance projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

The successful candidate is a subject matter expert in facilities maintenance and workplace safety, adept at data-driven management and leadership. You will oversee multiple complex projects, influence stakeholders at all levels, and provide technical leadership and mentoring to the facilities maintenance team across North America.

About the role: Regional Maintenance Manager

As a Regional Maintenance Manager, you will provide leadership and mentorship to field-based Facilities Managers, driving maintenance best practices across multiple sites. You will innovate and document work methods, standardize processes, and ensure a safe work environment. Collecting, measuring, and analyzing key performance indicators will be essential to improve processes and enhance customer experience.

You will offer guidance on maintenance and equipment end-of-life decisions using ROI and analytical techniques, oversee budget development and execution, and manage vendor support and equipment relationships to maximize economies of scale. Frequent on-site monitoring, auditing maintenance execution, enforcing safe work practices, and instituting training drills across the network are core responsibilities. You will also recruit and develop top talent in Facilities Maintenance and Facilities Area Manager roles.

Benefits and Salary

Comprehensive Total Compensation & Benefits: Amazon offers a robust benefits package including health coverage, retirement plans, equity awards, and performance-based bonuses. Understanding maintenance manager compensation and total rewards in fulfillment center maintenance roles can help you evaluate opportunities and negotiate effectively.

Career Growth & Relocation Support: In this role, you will gain experience in equipment maintenance optimization, preventive maintenance strategies, and data-driven decision making within a global fulfillment network. Amazon’s internal mobility and inclusive culture provide pathways for long-term career development. This position may require relocation, supported by Amazon policies.

Job Type: Full Time, Regular/Permanent

Location: Vaughan, ON

Requirements / Skills

Core Maintenance Leadership: BS in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline or BS/BA with 4+ years maintenance experience, or 2+ years Amazon experience. Previous corporate or regional facilities roles leading 250+ employees, with 7+ years managing teams and performance in manufacturing, distribution, or production environments. Experience driving change across multiple sites is essential.

Technical & Analytical Expertise: Subject matter expert in MHE systems, packaging automation, distribution processes, and storage systems. Proficient in Lean concepts, TOC, cost/benefit analysis, labor productivity analysis, and safety/ergonomic factors. Strong skills in MS Excel, AutoCAD, MS Project, SQL, and data analysis to support maintenance Best Practices and equipment end-of-life decisions.

• BS in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field, or BS/BA with 4+ years maintenance experience, or 2+ years Amazon experience
• Previous corporate or regional facilities roles leading 250+ employees, 7+ years managing employees in manufacturing/distribution
• Experience with performance metrics, process improvement, and Lean maintenance initiatives
• Expertise in equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance strategies, and maximizing equipment uptime
• Background in MHE systems/applications, packaging automation, distribution/storage systems is a plus
• Strong data-driven management skills: KPI collection, measurement, and analysis for continuous improvement
• Experience overseeing budget development, capital planning, vendor management, and contract documents (RFPs, change orders, POs)
• Ability to provide technical leadership and mentoring to maintenance leadership teams
• Frequent travel up to 80% for on-site monitoring, auditing, and training drills across the network
• Strong communication, team-building, and influencing skills; ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Self-starter with minimal supervision; ability to relocate as needed
• Preferred: MBA or Master’s degree, Six Sigma Black Belt, Professional Engineering registration

How to Apply

If you’re ready to lead facilities maintenance across Amazon’s North American fulfillment network and drive equipment uptime optimization, click the button below to apply through Amazon’s careers site.

Demonstrate Facilities Maintenance Expertise: Prepare examples of leading maintenance teams in fast-paced environments, driving preventive maintenance strategies and maximizing equipment uptime. Highlight your experience with MHE systems, packaging automation, and data-driven process improvements.

Show Lean & Analytical Leadership: Discuss instances where you implemented Lean maintenance initiatives, collected and analyzed KPIs, and used ROI analysis for equipment end-of-life decisions. Illustrate how you improved processes across multiple sites and collaborated with support functions to secure resources.

Emphasize People Development & Adaptability: Showcase your ability to mentor Facilities Managers, recruit top talent, and influence stakeholders at all levels. Be ready to discuss handling multiple complex projects, frequent travel, and relocation readiness, aligning with Amazon’s Leadership Principles like Ownership and Dive Deep.