Workshop Planning Supervisor

Sandvik; Val-d'Or; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik seeks a Workshop Planning Supervisor to lead a planning team and develop workshop processes across facilities in Lively, ON and Val-d’Or, QC. You will manage resource allocation, schedules and cross-department coordination to maximize throughput in a fast-paced workshop environment.

You will drive continuous improvement using ERP tools like Maximo, maintain budgets, and ensure safety standards. Travel to Canadian sites is required and bilingual French/English is valued.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education or equivalent experience in business/operations.
• Proven planning, maintenance, or workshop-management experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience leading a team and coordinating across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning team to ensure efficient workflow and performance.
• Review scope of rebuilds and new equipment, supporting planners to meet targets.
• Coordinate with Sales, ESS, and shop supervisors to maximize efficiency.
• Oversee planner training and cross-training for flexibility.
• Evaluate and optimize workshop schedules within labor budgets.
• Coordinate with vendors/contractors for specialized repairs.
• Ensure accurate reporting of schedules, tasks, equipment status and delays.
• Investigate variances and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations.

Skills

Planning leadership

Team supervision

Workflow optimization

Mining/industrial knowledge

Maximo ERP

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Postsecondary education in business/operations

Tools

Maximo

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Lively, ON, Val-d’Or, QC At Sandvik, we offer you a world of opportunities. Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive. We recognize your performance and offer various ways to fuel your growth towards exceptional achievements.

Currently, we have an opening for a Workshop Planning Supervisor. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development of workshop processes, manage resource allocation, and coordinate with shop supervisors and other departments to maximize the efficient workflow through the shops across Canada.

Are you a skilled, detail-oriented leader with a knack for planning and supporting maintenance operations in a fast-paced workshop environment? This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a planning team, coordinate schedules, and contribute to the success of our workshops in Lively, Surrey, Val-d’Or and Miramichi.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead and manage the planning team to ensure efficient workflow and performance.
• Review Rebuild and New Equipment scopes, supporting planners in meeting work-in-progress targets.
• Support the coordination of work with Sales, ESS, and shop supervisors to maximize efficiency.
• Oversee planner training and cross-training for skill development and operational flexibility.
• Evaluate and optimize workshop schedules, ensuring adherence to timelines and labor budgets.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs or services.
• Ensure accurate reporting of schedules, completed tasks, equipment status, and delays.
• Investigate and address variances in plans vs. actual outcomes, implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, promoting a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring Along

• Postsecondary education in business, operations or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record in planning, maintenance, or workshop management; supervisory experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team effectively.
• Experience in mining, heavy machinery, or industrial equipment sector is considered an asset.
• Expertise in workflow optimization and resource allocation in a workshop or industrial setting.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with ERP systems and other relevant tools and software, such as Maximo.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel as needed to facilities located across Canada.
• Bilingual in both French & English

In return for your passion and drive we will offer you…

• The opportunity to make an impact on our performance.
• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team, in an industry leading business.
• The opportunity to reach your full potential.
• An excellent comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits as well as ongoing development and training.

Our Culture

Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work everyday! We take pride in our agile customer-focused decision making. We empower our employees, providing strong performance management and opportunities to grow your career.

Do you want to learn more?

To learn more about Sandvik, our people and products please visit our website: https://www.home.sandvik/en/about-us/

We are an equal-opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace, and we encourage applications from members of equity‑seeking groups including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations or gender identities/expressions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier‑free experience for applicants with accessibility needs; therefore, accommodation requests can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact [e-mail] for more information.