Shop Supervisor

KAG Canada; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Shop Supervisor to oversee daily operations in Yellowknife's hauling and construction shop. This role requires strong mechanical knowledge, particularly of Class 8 highway tractors and construction equipment. As a working supervisor, you will manage employees, control workflow, and ensure quality repairs while fostering a positive work environment. The company emphasizes safety and values diverse perspectives, offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are ready to lead a dedicated team and make impactful changes, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Immediate company paid benefit package

RRSP/DPSP matching program

Annual bonus opportunities

Scholarships opportunities for children

Referral reward payments up to $2,000

Qualifications

• Licensed Heavy Equipment Technician or equivalent experience required.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience and relevant skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support employees while managing workflow in the shop.
• Control repair times, prioritize repairs, and oversee work quality.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge of Class 8 highway tractors

Supervisory experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Licensed Heavy Equipment Technician

Job description

The Kenan Advantage Group Inc., (KAG), is North America’s largest tank truck transporter and logistics provider, delivering energy commodities, specialty products, merchant gases, and food products across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

The Shop Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day safety and operation of our hauling and construction shop in Yellowknife, NT. The successful candidate should possess strong mechanical knowledge of Class 8 highway tractors, trailing and industrial construction equipment.

This position is a working supervisor and will be required to be flexible to work in the office, and on the shop floor.

About The Position

• Supervising and supporting employees. Scheduling work, approving holidays, monitor staffing levels.
• Control and manage workflow in the shop.
• Manage standard repair times, prioritize required repairs, and oversee work quality.
• Responsible for communicating and coordinating any equipment needed in the shop with Operations.
• Participating in employee relations, such as dispute resolution, discipline, and communications in conjunction with the leadership and human resources.
• Creating and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Other duties as required.

Qualification And Skill

• Licensed Heavy Equipment Technician or experience to supplement.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience and relevant skills required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a service driven mindset.

This is a full-time position located in the city of Yellowknife where the successful candidate must reside and or be willing to relocate (support provided).

What’s In It For You

• Competitive compensation including immediate company paid benefit package for you and your family.
• We offer a wide range of other employee programs and incentives including a RRSP/DPSP matching program, annual bonus opportunities and scholarships opportunities for your children.
• Referral reward payments up to $2,000 available per successful hire (certain conditions apply).
• We listen to your ideas and give you an opportunity to make changes.
• We have an uncompromising commitment to safety and lead by example every day through actively caring about one another.

We love diversity! KAG Canada is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity in the workplace and equivalently considers applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.