Maintenance Manager

Waga Energy

. Ensure the performance, reliability, and safety of production units .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeShawinigan • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with QHSE procedures, and optimizing equipment performance. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and develop effective maintenance strategies across multiple locations.

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Industrial Maintenance ManagementRegulatory ComplianceTeam LeadershipPerformance MonitoringBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Industrial MechanicsPreventive MaintenanceCorrective InterventionsKPI TrackingOperational AuditsWork Order ManagementEquipment TroubleshootingProcurement ManagementMaintenance Procedure DevelopmentSite Monitoring

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingTask CoordinationPerformance Evaluation

Industry Keywords

QHSE ProceduresCompliance InspectionsMaintenance StrategiesOperational EfficiencyHeavy Load HandlingTravel AvailabilityStaff RecruitmentPerformance ReviewsMaintenance OperationsEquipment Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure the performance, reliability, and safety of production units
Lead maintenance activities and optimize operations
Manage the work order lifecycle: planning, scheduling, execution, and documentation
Oversee the procurement and distribution of tools, consumables, and critical spare parts
Coordinate preventive maintenance, corrective interventions, troubleshooting, and equipment improvements
Lead and support regulatory, compliance, and third-party inspections
Develop and maintain a site-monitoring program, including visits, performance reviews, and operational audits
Participate in start-ups, annual maintenance activities, and planned outages
Manage budgets and contribute to their development
Collaborate with teams in Canada, France, and the United States to improve maintenance strategies, equipment design, and best practices
Create, update, and enforce operating and maintenance procedures
Define, track, and present KPIs related to maintenance efficiency, equipment reliability, and team performance
Ensure compliance with QHSE procedures and regulatory requirements
Determine staffing needs, participate in recruitment, and onboard new employees
Manage the team, set objectives, support professional development, lead meetings, and evaluate performance
Allocate tasks and travel assignments based on expertise and workload
Coordinate task progress, manage schedules, anticipate roadblocks, and optimize processes
Work with the Director of Operations and Maintenance and support functions
Monitor performance indicators, conduct annual reviews, and ensure the team meets its objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree or diploma in industrial maintenance or a related field
At least five (5) years of experience in industrial mechanics
At least two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role
Good physical condition required (working at heights and handling heavy loads)
Availability to travel to operating sites
Participation in annual maintenance operations
Strong English language skills essential for communicating with English-speaking employees, clients, and suppliers, as well as with colleagues at other subsidiaries

Benefits

Comp & perks

4 weeks of vacation from the date of hire, 5 weeks after 1 year of service, and 6 weeks after 3 years
11 statutory holidays plus 2 personal days
Comprehensive group insurance, with 75% of premiums paid by the employer, including disability, life, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plan with employer contributions of up to 3%
Reimbursement of professional association membership fees
Flexible schedule and remote work policy
Access to in-house training to support your ongoing development
Clothing and equipment provided by the employer when required
Gym, social club, coffee, table tennis, and foosball
Opportunities for advancement within a growing international company