Director of Facilities and Maintenance

Are you on the lookout for new career horizons? Ready to take the reins as a key player in our dynamic and expanding distribution centers?

Look no further Trenton Cold Storage has an amazing opportunity for you!

Step into the role of Director of Facilities and Maintenance and become the driving force behind Trenton Cold Storage's success and growth.

Trenton Cold Storage offers a robust network of temperature-controlled warehousing and distribution services. With over a 120 years of family values and operational excellence, we pride ourselves on trust reliability and innovation.

Our strategic hubs in Trenton, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton and soon-to-be Moncton ensure we can effectively meet our customer needs.

We are proud of our culture and growth from within. Our long-tenured team members are a testament to our commitment in investing in people.

Reporting to the Vice President of TCS, the Director of Facilities and Maintenance will be responsible for leadership of all maintenance operations including people management and collaboration with all other departments to support the warehousing business.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and management of facilities, grounds, equipment maintenance, energy, and refrigeration excellence.

The Director will organize and oversee the daily operations of the maintenance team, always ensuring compliance with TSSA, CFIA, environmental, and health and safety regulations.

In addition, the Director will foster strong and pro-active management of all asset maintenance. They will be responsible for leading and implementing innovative initiatives that reduce costs, increase efficiency, and profitability.

Responsibilities :

• Planning and execution of facility management activities, capital project management, and maintenance of all assets (physical assets, refrigeration, material handling equipment, racking, docks, etc.)
• Recognize current and future maintenance requirements for all sites, always seeking out opportunities to add value and profitability by taking initiative and using innovative solutions
• Draw up, have approved, and administer the maintenance budget for all facilities for controlling labour, maintenance, and equipment costs and improving efficiencies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by analyzing variances to budget and initiating corrective actions.
• Always maintaining and adhering to OHSA, ADOA, CFIA, and TSSA requirements
• Design, implement, modify, and improve asset maintenance plans and preventative maintenance plans to reduce and / or eliminate equipment and process failures
• Be the lead to ensure resolution of all maintenance challenges, emergency situations (power outages, refrigeration issues, etc.

and completion of root cause analysis to resolve reliability or maintenance issues for all sites

• Responsible for ensuring that Business Continuity Plans are developed, tested, continuously updated, and that team members are trained and cross-trained
• Oversee the management of all daily maintenance activities on all sites, coach and develop the maintenance team to ensure all members are working at their full potential
• Liaise with outside contractors to coordinate major service, repairs, and special projects, ensuring the company receives the best service and price possible
• Liaise with customers and tenants as needed to ensure their equipment and building maintenance requirements are met to ensure their operations run smoothly
• Direct environmental activities, recycling, and energy management, and ensure compliance with government regulations
• Responsible for achieving and delivering high levels of satisfaction with internal customers
• Ensure all requirements relating to security, safety & health, environment, and quality are being fully implemented and are consistently respected by the maintenance team
• Promote the company’s vision and values, leading the way in demonstrating TCS's people culture, to ensure that the team feels valued, listened to, and appreciated.

Role requirements :

• Post-secondary education, preferably in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business or Operations Management or a related Supply Chain Management program;
• PMP certification considered an asset;
• 8-10 years of pertinent facility management experience with a proven track record;
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze results and respond effectively and efficiently;
• Very strong leadership, communication, and mentorship skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills; highly people oriented; excels in a team environment;
• Accountable and results oriented;
• Knowledge of PLCs, CMMS, and refrigeration ticket considered an asset; and
• Be available for travel as required

Please note the position is on-site and based in Trenton, Ontario.

We thank all candidates for their interest and regret that only successful candidates will be contacted.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process are available upon request.