Shop Supervisor- Northwest

David Aplin Recruiting; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in construction and road surfacing solutions is seeking a Shop Supervisor to coordinate shop activities and manage operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on supervisory experience, strong leadership skills, and technical expertise in mobile or construction equipment. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, managing staffing and schedules, and developing maintenance programs.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Car allowance

Benefits

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in manufacturing, facility maintenance, or operations.
• Three years of experience in facility or construction project management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shop activities and manage daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and policies.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Organizational

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Oracle JDE

Job description

Our client, a prominent company in construction and road surfacing solutions, is seeking a Shop Supervisor to support its expanding operations. The role can be based in one of the following locations, with 25% to 30% travel across these areas : Prince George, BC; Smithers, BC; Terrace, BC; or Prince Rupert, BC.

The Shop Supervisor will be responsible for coordinating shop activities, working closely with the Operations team to meet service needs while ensuring the financial and technical performance of the shops. This role operates similarly to a Service Manager at a dealership, managing internal client service requirements and shop operations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe shop environment, including tools and equipment.
• Oversee timely processing of invoices, employee time posting, parts orders, and customer follow-up.
• Manage daily operations, staffing, and schedules to ensure efficient repair work.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs.
• Plan and budget for maintenance activities, including staffing, parts, and equipment.
• Handle procurement, inventory, and fuel management using the purchase order system (JDE).
• Collaborate with the leadership team to make decisions with integrity, urgency, and teamwork.
• Conduct weekly safety meetings and enforce all safety policies.
• Recruit, train, discipline, and, when necessary, terminate employees.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Ideal Candidate Profile :

• A valid Class 5 driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Technical expertise in mobile or construction equipment.
• Hands-on supervisory experience in a mechanical or trades environment.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing installation or expansion projects.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• High organizational skills, with the capacity to multitask and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to present complex information in executive or technical formats.
• Experience with process improvement, developing standards, and managing workflows.
• Capability to build and maintain relationships both internally and externally.
• Experience in budgeting and tracking profit and loss statements.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and remain self-motivated.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Oracle JDE is a plus.
• Five years of experience in manufacturing, facility maintenance, or operations.
• Three years of experience in facility or construction project management.
• Excellent communication, analytical, interpersonal, conflict resolution, organizational, and financial skills.
• Proactive approach, with a preference for direct communication over texting or email.

Work Schedule and Compensation :

• Work Hours : Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend shifts.
• Salary : $105,834 to $117,593, plus a discretionary company bonus, car allowance, and benefits.

Aplin is an award-winning employment agency dedicated to connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and there are no fees to apply for our jobs or to engage with our recruiters in finding a new career. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, which includes having the appropriate documentation, such as a work permit.