Senior Maintenance Manager at Bevo Farms Ltd

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Maintenance Management, Organizational Skills, Leadership Skills, Task Prioritization, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Emergency Response, Quality Control, Documentation, Team Development, Proactive Mindset, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Training, Planning, Problem Solving, Equipment Management

Industry

Wholesale

Description

SENIOR MAINTENANCE MANAGER – Schedule A About Bevo Farms Ltd. Bevo Farms Ltd is North America’s largest supplier of propagated plants, serving greenhouses, field farms, nurseries, and wholesalers across the continent with healthy, pest-and-disease-free plants. Operating multiple facilities in British Columbia and Alberta, Bevo is committed to operational excellence and sustainable practices. Position Overview The Senior Maintenance Manager will oversee all preventative maintenance, daily maintenance planning, prioritization, and crew management activities for Bevo’s facilities across all sites. This role is crucial to minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring seamless operations in a fast-paced greenhouse environment. The Senior Maintenance Manager will lead teams across three primary locations, coordinate schedules, and prioritize maintenance tasks to optimize workflow and production efficiency. Responsibilities * Preventative Maintenance Program Management: Develop and administer a proactive maintenance program for all locations and facility equipment, including climate control, boiler plants, irrigation systems, and other greenhouse equipment. Ensure all equipment is routinely serviced to maintain operational standards and cost efficiency. * Daily Maintenance Planning & Prioritization: Conduct daily planning and prioritization of maintenance tasks based on production needs, aligning with the operations team to address any urgent or critical infrastructure requirements. * Coordination with Growers & Operations: Work collaboratively with Growers and the operations team to plan and execute maintenance tasks, particularly those impacting critical infrastructure. Coordinate to minimize potential impact on sensitive plants, adjusting schedules as necessary to maintain plant health and productivity. * Equipment Deficiency List: Produce a comprehensive equipment deficiency list detailing any maintenance issues, equipment downtimes, or required repairs. Present this list at the weekly operations coordination meeting to ensure transparent communication and alignment on maintenance priorities. * Crew Assignment & On-Call Coverage Management: Lead the maintenance team by coordinating daily assignments, managing shift rotations, and approving time-off requests in alignment with operational needs. Develop and maintain an on-call schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage, minimizing disruptions from equipment downtime or emergencies. * Emergency Response: Oversee and participate in on-call emergency support to address urgent maintenance issues outside regular hours, minimizing disruptions to greenhouse operations. Ensure all duty technicians are trained and prepared to respond promptly to emergency situations. * Quality Control & Documentation: Conduct routine inspections and document maintenance activities and outcomes, maintaining compliance with Bevo's Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) standards. * Team Development: Foster a culture of collaboration by hosting regular cross-functional meetings with the Preventative Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Project Manager, Maintenance Inventory Specialist, and Maintenance Technicians to align priorities and share updates. Ensure all team members understand interdependencies between roles and encourage open communication to resolve issues and optimize workflows. Develop and implement a cross-training program to ensure team members can perform essential functions of other roles during absences or increased workload. Skills * Proven experience in maintenance management, ideally within an industrial, agricultural, or greenhouse environment. * Strong organizational and leadership skills, with a focus on team management and task prioritization. * Ability to manage daily planning and production of an equipment deficiency list. * Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with Growers, operational staff, and management. * Experience planning maintenance around sensitive or time-critical agricultural needs is an asset. * Actively participate in cross-functional meetings to share updates, insights, and challenges, fostering a collaborative team environment. * Commit to cross-training efforts by learning key responsibilities from other roles and sharing expertise in their area of focus. Key Attributes for Success * Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust plans based on operational demands. * Skilled at leading and motivating a team, ensuring alignment with facility and company goals. WHY JOIN BEVO FARMS LTD.? Bevo Farms Ltd. is a leader in sustainable and innovative agricultural practices. By joining our team, you will play a key role in maintaining the technology that drives our greenhouse operations, contributing to a collaborative and forward-thinking workplace. We offer competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a commitment to fostering a positive, safe, and engaging environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

The Senior Maintenance Manager will oversee all preventative maintenance and daily maintenance planning for Bevo’s facilities. This role is crucial for minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring seamless operations in a fast-paced greenhouse environment.