Job Description

Maintenance Manager: Heavy Equipment

New maintenance management role in Castlegar, Salmo or Nelson BC.

We are looking for a Maintenance Manager: Heavy Equipment, based in either our Castlegar, Salmo or Nelson locations in the West Kootenays region of British Columbia to join our growing Sutherland Group Maintenance team. The Sutherland Group values more than simply providing industry-renowned services to our clients. We put the happiness, success and growth of our team members and community first. Join us in our commitment to elevate and innovate in the Forestry, Heavy Duty Repair, Transportation, Drilling & Blasting, and Marine Services industries.

POSITION BENEFITS

• Opportunity to lead the Heavy Equipment Maintenance function within a new centralized Asset Management and Maintenance strategy for the Sutherland Group of Companies.
• Be part of a successful, growing organization
• A professional and respectful environment
• As a member of the Sutherland Group, we are proud to be able to serve not only our loyal clients, but our partner companies as well, guaranteeing work for our industry-leading teams.

SUTHERLAND GROUP BENEFITS

It is our great pleasure to extend the following benefits to all Sutherland Group team members:

• Pension Program with Sutherland Group matching contributions up to 100%, starting at 3%, increasing in graduated increments and topping out at 5% after 8 years.
• Extended health benefits program through a cost shared benefits plan
• Confidential Employee Family Assistance Program
• Health & Safety Policy & Programs
• Banking services partnership with BMO - exclusive product offerings for our team members and their family members, when certain employment conditions are met.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all actions incorporate the Sutherland Group\'s Core Values of; Curious and Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together and Make it Happen.
• Schedule and coordinate maintenance activities for construction equipment across the organization, including inspections, repairs and planned maintenance.
• Minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure the availability of necessary parts, tools, and materials required for effective and timely equipment maintenance.
• Monitor and analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, anticipate maintenance needs, and implement proactive measures to minimize equipment failures and disruptions.
• Manage the maintenance budget, control expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies, fostering a culture of safety awareness and adherence to best practices.
• Establish and maintain relationships with equipment manufacturers, suppliers and external service providers to facilitate effective repairs and maintenance support as needed.
• Manage internal stakeholder relationships, including operations personnel, finance, and health and safety.
• Utilize maintenance management software and systems to track maintenance activities, monitor equipment performance, and generate reports for analysis and continuous improvement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

As a member of the Sutherland Group team, we expect you bring the following to the table:

• 3-5 years\' experience within a heavy equipment focused industry.
• 1-3 years of equipment maintenance experience.
• Training in auto and/or equipment mechanics at a trade school, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• A working knowledge of all heavy equipment operations & provincial transportation regulations.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced computer skills, with proficiency in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Mechanically inclined, able to troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Must maintain a valid Class 5 driver\'s licence and the ability to travel to the USA.

JOIN THE TEAM

If you think there\'s a fit, we look forward to meeting you and thank you in advance for your application

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THE SUTHERLAND GROUP OF COMPANIES

The Sutherland Group of Companies is a specialized integrated network of heavy industry experts, with an offering that extends from equipment and logistics through to people and safety, in service of high-performing customers in the civil, forestry, transportation, and marine industries in search of complex supply chain solutions.

For nearly 30 years, we have worked to position The Sutherland Group as a heavy industry leader, not only with our partners, but from within. We are proud to prioritize the success of our team members by offering a diversified workplace, competitive compensation plans, benefits, training, and ongoing growth opportunities.

The Sutherland Group of Companies