Fleet Maintenance Manager

at  Lafarge Canada

Whatever you do, you’ll make a difference at Lafarge Canada. Because we know that your passion and curiosity are the natural resources the world needs. Thanks to our teams’ energy, commitment and ideas, we are reinventing how the world builds to make Canada greener and smarter for all.
Fleet Maintenance Manager
Requisition ID: 8542
Location:Squamish, British Columbia, CA, V8B 0H3
Pay Type: Salary

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Fleet Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing and enhancing the maintenance and operation of a fleet of vehicles and plants used in concrete operations. This role involves building on existing programs established by predecessors while ensuring continued efficiency and compliance. As a key member of the Lafarge Sea to Sky team this role has direct accountability for the safe, timely and cost effective maintenance and repair of all mobile, stationary and support equipment within the division.

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Maintain and expand initiatives to ensure environmentally responsible fleet operations.
• Manage spill responses, conduct investigations, and implement improvements identified as required.
• Build on current measures to reduce emissions and waste, seeking further improvements.

SHOP & WAREHOUSE

• Maintain and improve the inventory management system for spare parts and tools.
• Build strong relationships with existing preferred vendors while exploring new partnerships for parts and services.
• Continue tracking and managing parts and equipment usage, refining processes where possible.
• Directly responsible for the motivation, scheduling, training, developing and supervision of all mobile equipment maintenance personnel in order to promote efficiency and dependability of the fleet and facilities.
• Continue effective cost-control measures while seeking new opportunities for savings.

EQUIPMENT FLEET

• Continue and refine established preventive maintenance schedules and tracking.
• Build on existing practices to ensure timely repairs and minimize vehicle downtime.
• Regularly review and enhance vehicle performance monitoring and inspection programs.
• Create, delegate, and close work orders for maintenance and repairs, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and documented properly.
• Continue implementing and enhancing technology solutions (e.g., GPS tracking, fleet management software) to support fleet management.
• Reinforce daily maintenance procedures (i.e. Checking fluids, walk around inspections, problem indicators, etc.).
• Increase awareness of cost saving measures (i.e. oil analysis, predictive maintenance, unit cleanliness.)
• Continue effective cost-control measures while seeking new opportunities for savings.
• Central contact for warranty issues/dispute resolution.
• Coordinate technical updates (i.e. service bulletins, recalls, product updates, promotions, etc.).
• Manage all tire transactions for the Sea to Sky market to manage spend and forecast requirements.
• Control repair option decision-making.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• 10 years of progressive experience in a managerial capacity in the heavy equipment or construction industry.
• Technical diploma, Journeyman ticket preferably as a Heavy Equipment Technician or Commercial Transport Technician and/or equivalent work experience.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Proven team leadership and the ability to foster and grow a strong safety culture
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication, negotiation and change management skills
• Good knowledge of the plants and mobile equipment
• Ability to work with diverse groups: good interpersonal and team building skills with a positive attitude
• Independent thinker
• High capacity of working under pressure and stress

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.