Maintenance Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Manager

Port Alberni, BC is seeking talent to fill the position of  Maintenance Manager .

Job Responsibilities / Accountabilities :

Facilitates the overall maintenance function of the Port Alberni Mill (Mechanical, Reliability, Electrical and Instrumentation).

Ensuring the level of reliability required to attain plant production levels while containing costs through most effectively applying maintenance resources.

Develop, implement and execute maintenance and maintenance related activities in the Mill.

Sustaining the level of preservation of the mill and its equipment.

Participates in the recruitment of trades personnel, assesses job performance for reporting supervisors, and assists in training and development of the same.

Develops departmental budgets, prioritizes spending, and advises senior management on over-runs and extraordinary equipment requisitions.

Ensures conformance to the Labor Contract and Company policies.

Directs Maintenance Supervisors and tradesmen in implementation of the Mill safety programs and environmental policies.

Liaises as required with union representatives and deal with contracting out issues.

Sits on the Standing Committee, Apprenticeship Selection Committee, and Liaison Committees.

Collaborate in the development of a knowledge-sharing network with peers in other mills.

Key Skills :

Ability to understand requirements and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.

Ability to prioritize, make sound decisions, and resolve issues efficiently and effectively. Proven analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Strong interpersonal, leadership and time management skills.

Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels within the company.

Ability to work independently and as a team.

High degree of collaboration with both Maintenance and Operations personnel.

Demonstrated ability to read standard blueprints, machine and process drawings.

Can manage multiple priorities simultaneously and keep them progressing to completion.

Working knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Excellent computer skills.

Required Qualifications :

Must have industry experience, Paper Mill experience preferred.

Strong technical skills with at least 5-10 years in-plant management / supervisory experience.

Degree in Engineering or related field and / or Red Seal Journeyman certification.