Maintenance Lead - New Plant

We are looking for a dynamic Maintenance Leader to take the reins at our client's BRAND-NEW York, ON facility. Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for keeping operations running smoothly? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? This is more than just a job—it's your chance to grow something from scratch, put your personal touch on a developing maintenance program, and lead a high-performance team that will help shape the future of sustainable operations, and make a real impact every single day.
Your Mission:
As our Maintenance Leader, you'll be the go-to expert ensuring our facilities run like clockwork. From leading a skilled team to implementing proactive maintenance strategies, you'll play a pivotal role in minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency.
What's in It for YOU?

• Competitive base salary (80-90k) and performance bonus!
• Paid time off: vacation, sick days, and volunteer hours
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
• RRSP with company match
• Profit-sharing program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition initiatives
• Ongoing opportunities for growth and professional development; this is brand new facility, so this is your chance to join as an integral member of the plant start-up crew and build the program out the way you see fit.

What are the Responsibilities?

• Lead and inspire the maintenance team; schedule tasks, assign responsibilities, and oversee contractors
• Collaborate with HR on coaching, performance reviews, and succession planning
• Manage work schedules, leave plans, and training certifications
• Spearhead maintenance planning, set up and executive preventative/predictive maintenance, play a critical role in process management and resource allocation
• Keep our CMMS up to date with key data and insights
• Coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance with Operations and Process teams
• Oversee spare parts inventory and ensure timely access to tools and materials
• Analyze fault reports and operational data to identify root causes and boost site performance
• Prepare proposals for maintenance investments and present them to leadership
• Source and evaluate vendor quotes for parts, repairs, and service contracts
• Participate in monthly Safety, Health, and Environment inspections
• Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement

You're a Great Fit If You:

• Hold post-secondary education in Maintenance or a related technical field, preference for individuals well-versed in process set up and control. Process Engineers, Industrial Engineers – feel free to apply if you have the appropriate leadership background!
• Present 3+ years of experience in maintenance management, with a background in supervising multiple trades & contractors in day-to-day maintenance activities
• Bring proven leadership experience in supervising teams and daily operations
• Are tech-savvy, with intermediate skills in MS Office, SCADA, and ERP systems
• Hold a valid Driver's License
• Bonus points if you have experience in waste/sustainable waste processing and you know what “anaerobic digestion” means without Googling it.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply now or email your resume to Chris Hutton at [email protected]
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