Maintenance Manager
ATCO
Maintenance Manager
ATCO
Diversified holding group delivering energy, infrastructure
Who We Are:
WicehtowakFrontec Services (WFS) is a partnership between George Gordon Developments Ltd. (GGDL) and ATCO Frontec Ltd. The majority Indigenous-owned company provides camp and support services for remote workforce housing projects. WFS is committed to providing opportunities for employment, skills development, subcontracting and local businesses.
Description:
Under the direction and leadership of the Lodge Manager, WicehtowakFrontec Services is seeking a Maintenance Manager to join our team in Jansen, SK. The Maintenance Manager is responsible for directing all “hands on” maintenance activities while maintaining direct contact with the client to ensure service expectations are met. This role involves ensuring safe working practices, holding daily safety meetings when on shift, and maximizing productivity from the maintenance staff to maintain a 24/7 facilities operation.
Where We Work and Live:
The Jansen Discovery Lodge is a workforce housing facility in support of the BHP Jansen potash mine.
The camp is located 155 kilometers east of Saskatoon, SK.
Our positions work on rotations. Accommodation and meals during your work rotations are provided by the company
Responsibilities:
Serve as the 24/7 point of contact for critical facility failures to stabilize and secure the site during unusual occurrences
Manage the change order process for lodge modifications, including structural, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing updates. This includes creating redline drawings and overseeing the formal submission process to the client’s engineering team for official drawing revisions.
Continually review services to identify cost-saving opportunities and increase productivity without compromising quality standards
Investigate continuous improvement options for inventory management and equipment ordering to minimize stockouts and over-purchasing
Manage and negotiate with third-party vendors and contractors to ensure competitive pricing and high-quality service delivery
Oversee maintenance supervisors and technicians in the execution of repairs to structural, mechanical, utility, and electrical systems, including specialized commercial and residential laundry equipment
Oversee the maintenance team in executing repairs across all facility assets, including building envelopes, interior finishes, and specialized equipment such as commercial kitchen appliances, HVAC water tanks, life safety systems, and recreational electronics.
Ensure that all maintenance technicians ticketed and non-ticketed are adequately trained, equipped, and motivated so that the maintenance program can be accomplished in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner
Communicate regularly with all maintenance supervisors and technicians, both individually and as a group, to ensure good two-way communication concerning maintenance issues is provided to operations management
Assist with hiring of maintenance personnel by screening resumes with maintenance supervisors.
Review and update maintenance staff job descriptions as required.
Conduct employee performance reviews based on job descriptions to determine competency, knowledge, and contribution of the maintenance technicians
Maintain and update operating and training manuals for the maintenance department
Hold and document all toolbox talks for each shift when on site, attend Safety Committee meetings
Review and develop maintenance SOP and JHA as required
Ensure that all maintenance technicians are trained in the most updated version of the operating procedures
Review the operation of plant equipment and systems constantly, to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and to identify opportunities for improvement
Prioritize high-quality preventative maintenance to reduce expensive emergency repairs and extend the lifespan of critical lodge equipment
Continuously monitor and track asset warranties to recoup costs on premature equipment failures instead of paying for avoidable repairs
Be available to immediately respond to all critical and/or safety related maintenance concerns
Ensure job specific and safety training of subordinate employees is up to date
Train and direct all department workers, ensuring compliance with company and client safety requirements
Ensure staff compliance with all client and WFS operating policies and procedures
Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and rotations to ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained and coverage is in place for time off requests
Monitor the use of inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies, and equipment and initiate reordering when necessary
Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards
Provide senior leadership with regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) like production uptime and budget adherence
Oversee department budget and monitors expenditure of funds in budget to ensure adherence, eliminating budget overruns by complying within the set budget parameters.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
High school, College or University degree
5 years’ experience or more in a maintenance management role.
Team Lead in similar functions and size
CMMS experience (Preferably SAP)
Proficient with Microsoft products – excel, word, PowerPoint etc.
Oracle experience preferred
We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
This position has been identified as being safety sensitive. Final candidates will be required to undergo a Security Clearance Check, A&D test, and fit for work medical test.
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ATCO is a Canadian holding company that owns and manages a diverse mix of global businesses in energy, housing, transportation, and infrastructure. Its revenue comes from segments like electric utilities and structures and logistics, and it provides integrated solutions to customers around the world. The company’s products and services span natural gas and renewable energy infrastructure, electric utilities, temporary and permanent structures, housing development, and transportation and logistics services, all supported by a worldwide asset portfolio. ATCO differentiates itself through its diversified portfolio, global footprint (present in more than 23 countries), and its approach of managing a group of companies as a coordinated set of investments that can deliver long-term value. Its goal is to build and manage a portfolio that supports global growth and prosperity by delivering reliable energy, housing, infrastructure, and related services across markets.
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