Maintenance Manager

Emterra Group is a leader in providing integrated recycling resource management and waste disposal solutions to the industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) sectors and municipalities throughout Canada. Our view of waste management means maximizing recycling and waste diversion. Whether you see it as garbage, waste, trash, rubbish or junk, we see waste another way – as a resource to be collected and recycled into new, usable products. From tire recycling to liquid waste – we turn waste into resources. The Maintenance Manager is responsible for working closely with the Operations Manager, Site Managers and General Manager to oversee the day-to-day maintenance and operations of several solid waste/recycling facilities. This role also monitors compliance with safety and other regulations. Generally, the operation is a 24 hour per day facility. What will you do?

• Ensure smooth operation of several solid waste facilities in accordance with the operating contract;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with dealers, vendors and third-party contractors;
• Negotiate equipment/parts, services and warranties with vendors and manufacturers.
• Trouble shooting of the fleet of yellow iron including wheel loaders, track loaders, dozers, excavators and forklifts.
• Oversee the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) with the support of Administration;
• Collect, analyze and track key performance indicators related to the mobile equipment;
• Responsible to make recommendations on capital acquisitions related to the equipment;
• When necessary, a hands-on approach to fix equipment and minimize downtime;
• Ensure daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance tasks and goals are achieved to ensure safe and efficient operations;
• Oversee a small crew of heavy-duty mechanics or millwrights;
• Review and evaluate work to ensure quality, timeliness and adherence to policies and procedures;
• Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of processes, procedures and programs to improve safety, productivity, and profitability of the facilities;
• Support Site Managers to ensure that they are optimizing the efficiencies of their respective crews with a focus on the operation of the mobile equipment;
• Manage maintenance schedules and costs;
• Lead, conduct and/or attend safety meetings to maintain favorable working relationships among all employees and promote morale, productivity and efficiency; and
• Create and submit daily, weekly and month end reports to senior management.

What will you bring?

• HD Red Seal or equivalent experience;
• Prior experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity;
• Team management experience;
• Proficient in MS Office suite;
• Experience with a CMMS
• A mindset that promotes a positive work environment;
• Must be flexible to work outside the regular working schedule;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with employees at various levels of the organization; and
• Experience in the waste management and recycling industry is an asset, but not necessary.

What do we have to offer you?

• Competitive base salary; comprehensive Group Insurance Plan;
• Vehicle allowance and fuel card;
• As part of a small team, ongoing support and resources to ensure your professional success;
• Training and Development opportunities.
• Work life balance.