WCAN Leasing & Equipment Maintenance Lead

Holcim Ltd.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

RRSP/TFSA access

EFAP

Job summary

Amrize North America Inc. seeks a WCAN Leasing & Equipment Maintenance Lead to oversee Western Canada’s leasing portfolio and lead maintenance process improvements across locations. You will collaborate with Treasury, banks, and ops teams while building strong relationships and coaching regional staff.

The role focuses on optimizing lease execution, asset management, and cross-functional leadership, with a 30% travel expectation in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Field of Study Preferred: Business, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Heavy Equipment, or a related discipline is preferred
• Required Work Experience: 5-7 years... equipment lifecycle processes.
• Required Technical Skills: Experience with maintenance mgmt systems, ERP, asset management; SAP proficiency; Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end WCAN equipment leasing process from budgeting through lease execution and implementation.
• Drive operational and financial performance across the WCAN lease portfolio with partners and institutions.
• Champion data integrity and reporting for fleet leasing, equipment maintenance, and asset management systems.
• Lead Equipment Maintenance super-user groups across WCAN, driving standardization and knowledge sharing.
• Monitor lease execution timelines, identify bottlenecks, and provide reporting for efficiency and accountability.
• Partner with leasing vendors to ensure accounts are accurate and well managed.
• Influence stakeholders, set priorities, and ensure timely regional initiatives.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments.

Skills

SAP

ERP systems

Asset management

Excel

Google Workspace

Education

Post-secondary education

Field of Study: Business/Finance/Engineering/Supply Chain

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Job description

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WCAN Leasing & Equipment Maintenance Lead

Requisition ID: 17584

Location: Calgary, AB, CA, T2C 5G9 Edmonton, AB, CA, T5J 2J1 Surrey, British Columbia, CA, V3W 1J8

Position type: Full-time / Salary

Travel Requirement: 21-30%

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Join Amrize as WCAN Leasing & Equipment Maintenance Leadand help construct what’s next. If you’re ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

The WCAN Leasing & Equipment Maintenance Lead is responsible for overseeing Western Canada's equipment leasing portfolio on behalf of the Director of Capital Delivery & Asset Movement while supporting the WCAN Capex Manager. This role owns and optimizes all leasing activities across WCAN, leads the development and continuous improvement of equipment maintenance processes across all locations and product lines, and oversees the approximately $75 million annual equipment lease portfolio. The successful candidate will identify opportunities to improve processes, optimize spending, and increase the speed and efficiency of lease execution.This role also provides leadership to the Equipment Maintenance (EM) Coordinator group across Western Canada, driving process alignment, maintenance system implementation, asset structure, and related initiatives. By providing direction, support, and coaching, the incumbent will strengthen maintenance reporting and analytics capabilities while fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.Working closely with Treasury, banks and leasing companies, Finance, General Managers, Plant Managers, Operations Managers, Fleet Managers, and Equipment Maintenance Coordinators, the successful candidate will build strong relationships, coordinate regional initiatives, and promote a culture of ownership across the business. They will also share their technical expertise through site visits and formal training sessions to enhance operational knowledge among front-line employees and supervisors.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Lead and optimize the end-to-end WCAN equipment leasing process, from budgeting and equipment ordering through lease execution, approvals, and implementation.
• Drive operational and financial performance across the WCAN lease portfolio by collaborating with business partners, financial institutions, leasing vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Champion data integrity and reporting for fleet leasing, equipment maintenance, and asset management systems to support informed business decisions.
• Lead, develop, and support Equipment Maintenance super-user groups across WCAN, driving process standardization, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor lease execution timelines, identify bottlenecks, and provide reporting to improve efficiency and accountability.
• Partner with leasing vendors to ensure accounts are accurate, reconciled, and effectively managed.
• Influence stakeholders, establish priorities, communicate timelines, and drive successful execution of regional initiatives.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Field of Study Preferred: Business, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Heavy Equipment, or a related discipline is preferred
Required Work Experience: 5-7 years of progressive professional experience in construction, heavy equipment, manufacturing, industrial operations, asset management, or a related field. Demonstrated experience managing equipment leasing portfolios, capital assets, and equipment lifecycle processes.
Required Technical Skills: Experience working with maintenance management systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and asset management processes. Advanced proficiency with SAP or a comparable ERP system; experience with asset management and maintenance modules is preferred. Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Travel Requirements: 30%

Additional Requirements

• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement standardized processes.
• Willingness to learn and adopt emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools and maintenance systems.
• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance practices, asset management, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Working knowledge of equipment leasing processes, contracts, and lifecycle management.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and driving process improvements across multiple locations.
• Proven ability to analyze data, develop reporting, and influence operational and financial decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and efficiently prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Estimated Wage Range: $100,000 - $120,000/Annually.
• Bonus Opportunity of up to 24% of Base Salary.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail] . This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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