Maintenance Manager

About Us:

Fleet Canada Inc., part of the De Havilland family, is an equal opportunity employer in the aerospace manufacturing sector. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and work environments. Located in Fort Erie, Ontario, our dynamic 500,000 sq. ft. build-to-print facility specializes in manufacturing sheet-metal, machined, and composite parts and assemblies for several major aerospace OEMs.

We are currently launching an exciting new program and are seeking bright, talented individuals who are eager to lead and grow with our evolving organization. Our culture is grounded in mutual respect and driven by a passion for continuous improvement. Fleet Canada Inc. offers fulfilling careers in a variety of areas, including production, engineering, quality, methods planning, and management.

Join our reputable, family-oriented team, where careers are not only built—but nurtured. Enjoy the rewards of a stable, fast-paced, and growing company that values your success and offers ample opportunities for professional development.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead our Maintenance Department in supporting safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this role is responsible for overseeing maintenance activities, people, systems, vendors, facilities, utilities, and departmental performance.

The Maintenance Manager will lead and mentor the maintenance team, drive preventive and autonomous maintenance practices, support the transition toward a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) system, and ensure critical equipment, machinery, tools, facilities, and grounds are maintained to support operational needs.

This role requires a strong maintenance leader who can balance strategic planning, hands-on problem-solving, safety compliance, vendor coordination, and continuous improvement in a busy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop the Maintenance team to achieve departmental and company maintenance goals.
• Develop and implement maintenance plans, procedures, and strategies aligned with company programs and operational objectives.
• Support the transition from the existing maintenance system to a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) system, including implementation, ongoing operations, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee autonomous, preventive, and emergency maintenance for critical equipment, machinery, tools, facilities, utilities, and grounds.
• Lead and participate in focused improvement activities, quality maintenance initiatives, training, Environmental Health and Safety activities, and administrative work related to the Maintenance Department.
• Direct and coordinate plant utilities, custodial services, waste disposal, housekeeping, and facility upkeep.
• Recommend and coordinate vendors, contractors, materials, and supplies required for maintenance and custodial functions.
• Monitor utility costs, maintenance material purchases, and departmental spending to support cost control.
• Ensure departmental compliance with company policies, procedures, labour regulations, and safety requirements.
• Support emergency response activities, including evacuations and workplace safety incidents, in coordination with the Safety Coordinator.
• Ensure corrective actions are taken to resolve issues resulting from accidents, injuries, equipment failures, or facility concerns.
• Prepare and approve vacation schedules for Maintenance Department employees.
• Ensure the department, equipment, and facility areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and improvement of new and existing maintenance procedures.
• Develop manuals, guidelines, presentation materials, forms, and departmental documentation related to facility and maintenance activities.
• Oversee the retention, organization, and storage of departmental documents and records.
• Provide people management, mentorship, coaching, and performance support for direct reports.
• Perform hands-on maintenance work as required to support department and company needs.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal departments, contractors, vendors, customers, and external service providers.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Equivalent Grade 12 education or higher.
• Approximately 10 years of diversified experience in maintenance leadership, facilities maintenance, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
• Licensed Skilled Trade designation is considered an asset.
• Strong experience leading maintenance teams in a manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, or similar technical environment.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance, autonomous maintenance, emergency maintenance, and facility maintenance practices.
• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), continuous improvement, or maintenance system implementation is considered an asset.
• Strong planning, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to develop and implement maintenance strategies, procedures, guidelines, and documentation.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety requirements, including WHMIS, Health and Safety, equipment safety, and safe work practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment with competing demands.
• Strong communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability and willingness to perform hands-on maintenance work when required.

Ideal Candidate:

• Maintenance Leader: Experienced in leading, coaching, and developing a maintenance team while ensuring equipment, facilities, utilities, and grounds are maintained effectively.
• Hands-On Problem Solver: Able to troubleshoot issues, support emergency maintenance needs, and take practical action to resolve problems quickly and safely.
• Continuous Improver: Committed to improving maintenance systems, implementing TPM principles, and driving better reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Safety-Focused: Understands the importance of safe work practices, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and maintaining a clean and orderly facility.
• Organized Planner: Skilled at planning work, managing schedules, coordinating vendors, monitoring costs, and maintaining accurate departmental documentation.
• Collaborative Partner: Builds strong working relationships with internal teams, contractors, vendors, and leadership to support smooth plant operations.

If you are driven, precise, and ready to contribute to a team that values quality and innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Fleet Canada.Inc

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Tuition Reimbursement

MON - FRI (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent (40 Hours/ Week)
Work Location: In person