Chief Engineer

Our client is a premier leader in Canadian temperature-controlled logistics and a top-tier global player in cold-storage solutions. We are seeking a Chief Engineer (Refrigeration Engineer) to take full ownership of the technical operations and maintenance at one of their sophisticated industrial facilities. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will manage a skilled maintenance team and oversee high-capacity ammonia refrigeration systems, ensuring maximum plant reliability and strict adherence to TSSA regulations. If you are a Class A certified professional looking to apply your technical mastery to a mission-critical infrastructure environment that values safety, precision, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

Advantages
Optimal Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the stability of dedicated 8-hour day shifts with no rotations, complemented by flexible start times to suit your lifestyle.

Modern Infrastructure: Execute your craft in a pristine, state-of-the-art facility (commissioned in 2018) featuring the latest in refrigeration technology.

Comprehensive Total Rewards: Secure your future with a full health benefits package and a competitive RRSP matching program.

Elite Training & Development: Thrive in a culture of continuous improvement with access to a National Training University and structured internal career pathways.

National Stability: Align yourself with an industry-leading organization that offers the resources of a nationwide network with the agility of a local team.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Chief Engineer will lead the technical integrity of the facility through the following mandates:

Systems Mastery: Oversee the expert operation and maintenance of high-capacity ammonia refrigeration systems, air compression units, and critical fire/life safety auxiliaries.

Regulatory Leadership: Ensure absolute compliance with the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) Act, alongside all applicable provincial and federal engineering codes.

Operational Reliability: Execute precision preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all warehouse assets to minimize downtime and optimize performance.

Safety & Quality Stewardship: Uphold rigorous adherence to internal standards and global certifications, including OHSA, BRCGS, and HACCP protocols.

Digital Asset Management: Utilize advanced maintenance management software (Guide TI) to maintain meticulous inspection logs and data-driven maintenance records.

Collaborative Technical Support: Partner with multi-disciplinary maintenance teams (building, mobile equipment, and refrigeration) to ensure seamless facility operations.

Critical Response: Act as the technical lead for emergency requests, providing rapid troubleshooting and resolution for plant utility issues.

Qualifications
Professional Qualifications & Certifications
Licensure: Valid Stationary Engineer 'A' – Refrigeration License (Class A) issued by the TSSA is mandatory.

Technical Expertise: Proven experience operating and managing industrial ammonia refrigeration systems.

Leadership Track Record: Previous experience serving as a Chief Refrigeration Operator or in a senior technical leadership capacity.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies
Strategic Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills and sound judgment to troubleshoot complex utility issues and adapt to evolving operational needs.

Precision & Rigor: Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to high-standard maintenance and regulatory documentation.

Collaborative Leadership: Ability to manage priorities effectively while fostering a culture of teamwork, initiative, and open communication.

Reliability & Autonomy: A resourceful self-starter who takes ownership of plant integrity and safety protocols.

Operational Requirements
Environmental Adaptability: Comfortable working in cold-storage environments (ranging from 4°C to -25°C) and capable of working at heights.

Physical Capability: Fit for duty with the ability to lift up to 22 kg (50 lbs) as required by maintenance tasks.

On-Call Availability: Flexibility to remain on-call to ensure 24/7 operational continuity and emergency response.

Safety-First Mindset: Unwavering commitment to adopting and enforcing secure work behaviors at all times.


Summary
If this is the position for you, APPLY ONLINE or email resume to Angeline Asokan at angeline.asokan@randstad.ca

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