Senior District Manager, Fleet Maintenance

Waste Management; Wellington North; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking a Senior District Manager for Fleet Maintenance to manage the fleet and oversee team performance. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as the ability to inspire a high-performing team. This position offers a competitive benefits package and requires on-site presence.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant work experience in a leadership role.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience leading a team of mechanics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all fleet and maintenance activities in assigned area.
• Conduct fleet evaluations to ensure maintenance standards are met.
• Oversee department personnel needs including coaching and training.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior District Manager, Fleet Maintenance is responsible for the full fleet of primary and secondary equipment within the assigned area, in alignment with corporate objectives. Responsible for 70 assets including yellow iron and 7-9 direct reports.

Location: 200 Sligo Rd W, Mount Forest, ON

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Continually focuses on achieving market base profitability through effective management of all fleet and maintenance activities within the assigned area, including cost control, employee development, and high training and safety standards.
• Reviews capital equipment requisitions in line with Corporate guidelines and objectives.
• Ensures safe and reliable vehicles are available to meet operational requirements.
• Manages effective utilization of vehicle assets.
• Conducts fleet evaluations to ensure maintenance standards are met.
• Ensures maintenance shops are adequately staffed and mechanics are properly trained.
• Ensures vehicle management systems are effectively utilized.
• Complies with and ensures adherence to Waste Management's Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Met all financial review dates and corporate directed programs in a timely fashion.
• Assists in budget process as required.
• Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the maintenance shops through regular inspections and preventive maintenance programs.
• Oversees personnel needs of the department including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
• Conducts and/or attends and contributes to periodic driver/safety meetings to maintain favorable working relationships among all employees and promote maximum morale, productivity, and efficiency.
• Provides training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.
• Updates and submits required reports in a timely manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The highest level of supervisory skills required in this job is the management of supervisory employees. This includes:

• Direct supervision of 7-9 full-time employees, including 310T Techs and 1 Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited) or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience: 5 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).
• Preferred: Experience leading a team of mechanics

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license required.

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire, align, and develop a high-performing team.
• Strong commitment to the success of the site, with a proactive and accountable approach to operations and team outcomes.
• Proven ability to foster collaboration and unity across diverse teams, driving shared goals and continuous improvement.
• A confident problem solver who takes initiative and isn’t afraid to "dig in" to understand root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Ambitious and driven, with a growth mindset and a passion for operational excellence.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels of the organization

Work Environment

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Normal setting for this job is: On-Site

Benefits

At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on RRSP, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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