Transportation Maintenance Manager

2 weeks ago


St John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Cooke Aquaculture Inc. Full time

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Our company's success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area's economy and sense of community.

Transportation Maintenance Manager

This is an exciting opportunity to join a customer-focused Transportation company in the perishables industry. Reporting into the Vice-President of Fleet Management, you will use your many years of Fleet Management expertise to lead the Maintenance team in a wide array of responsibilities, including motivating and managing your staff.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee Shop Management including scheduling of Technicians and managing work orders
  • Manage 3 rd party Service providers for preventive and corrective maintenance programs
  • Work to ensure timely completion of repairs
  • Work to ensure the appropriate usage of equipment, tools and units
  • Inspection of units for cleanliness, damage, and mechanical issues
  • Test drive equipment to ensure functioning properly
  • Maintain and update files related to vehicle and equipment maintenance
  • Maintain and update Equipment listing and Fleet Asset Management model
  • Work with dispatchers to schedule PM and CM service
  • Make decisions/determinations on unit safety
  • Work within Transportation Management team to develop operational efficiencies, standardize where possible and manage towards strategic goals
  • Identify and implement operational improvement initiatives that provide service, financial and/or productivity results
  • Participate in critical reviews of key indicators, incidents, audits, inspections and improvement opportunities resulting in effective implementation of corrective actions
  • Manage Maintenance team through effective communication, establish focus and maintain a consistent and fair approach
  • Develop employees through objective setting, continual feedback and coaching
  • Develop Training Plans for new employees and ensure all training development plans for current employees are created and completed in a timely manner
  • Ensure compliance with applicable Policies, Procedures, Transportation of Dangerous Goods and knowledge of DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations

Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in Fleet Maintenance, ideally with significant time spent with perishable products
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience. Truck and Transport Mechanic Certification or equivalent experience an asset
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in the use of Excel, MS Office, TMS and BI database tools are required
  • Must have the ability to deal effectively and tactfully with customers and employees and make decisions in a timely, professional manner

Cooke offers full-time year round employment, competitive rates and a competitive benefits package which includes health and dental as well as a company matched pension.

The Opportunity

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.

The Why

Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.



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