Fleet Maintenance Manager

Gardewine is a Manitoba company, with terminals across Canada and a strong history that dates back to the 1950’s. Since being founded in the northern community of Flin Flon we have grown significantly by diversifying within the transportation industry. The most important aspect of our company’s operations is our dedicated people; our people will always be the source of our success and their safety and health will always come first. We are currently seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager to join our team at our Sudbury Terminal.
Reporting to the Director of Maintenance, the Fleet Maintenance Manager Is responsible for leading, managing and supervising the Maintenance teams in Sudbury and Mississauga. This position will reduce maintenance operating costs, optimize equipment repairs and increase equipment availability. You will be responsible for the entire life cycle of all fleet assets and will provide support, coaching and direction to the equipment coordinators, foremen/women and supervisors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee coordination of equipment repairs and ensure timely and effective records are kept for all fleet assets
• Develop, maintain and implement all Gardewine Maintenance policies and communicate maintenance requirements to ensure maximum efficiency
• Coordinate equipment utilization and performance with various operation groups
• Provide after-hours support
• Develop and maintain good relationships with vendors and leasing companies
• Analyze maintenance costs and/or repairs and provide expert recommendations
• Interpret system data and reports enabling consistency, improvement and the execution of preventative fleet maintenance
• Lead, practice and oversee safety in all shops to ensure an accident and incident free environment
• Participate as needed in other activities that support the Maintenance department and overall company objectives and goals
• Provide data and reports to the Director of Maintenance

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Fleet Management role with technical/mechanical expertise working in a large maintenance facility
• Postsecondary education considered an asset
• Strong leadership and troubleshooting skills to manage a large diverse team; as well as, excellent vendor management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build beneficial and lasting relationships with internal and external customers
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Basic accounting knowledge and ability to use MS Office and telematics software

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, squat, drive, walk, and stand for long periods
• Required to climb in and out of trucks and trailers
• Need to have a good sense of balance with hand and foot coordination with ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, depending upon the season
• Must be able to operate power equipment
• Personal protective equipment must be worn

Benefits & Perks:

• Manitoba’s Largest Trucking Company
• 35 Terminals across North America
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive group health benefits
• Company Matched Pension Plan
• Profit Share Program

At Gardewine, we are committed to continually improving our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and value driven workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experiences do not align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply regardless. You could just be the right candidate for this role or others! Gardewine is an equal opportunity employer and recognized as a Top Fleet Employer.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected further in the process will be contacted.

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To view other Gardewine opportunities currently available, please visit our website at www.gardewine.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• Vision care

Work Location: In person