Site Utilities Manager

3 days ago

New Annan, Canada Cavendish Farms Full time

The Site Utilities Manager is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant utilities, including boilers, gas and electrical distribution, wastewater treatment, biogas recovery, and overall site infrastructure. This role ensures that all utility systems effectively support production requirements while maintaining full compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.

The position also oversees the facilities management program, ensuring a clean, safe, and fully operational work environment across the site. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations and requires regular interaction with contractors, as well as unionized and salaried staff.

- Lead the daily operation and maintenance of all plant utility systems, including:

- Boilers and steam systems
- Natural gas distribution
- Electrical and energy management systems
- Wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) and biogas recovery systems

- Provide management oversight of:

- Boiler and refrigeration systems
- Island Gas operations
- WWTP and biogas generation facility

- Develop, implement, and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all utility assets to ensure reliability and efficiency.
- Ensure all utility operations comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage contractors and service providers for utilities and facility systems.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and cost optimization.
- Lead and mentor maintenance and operations staff to promote a culture of safety, reliability, and accountability.

- Post-secondary education in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, or Power Engineering.
- 5 to 7 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment or similar industrial setting.
- Strong technical knowledge of utility systems (boiler, electrical, gas, refrigeration, WWTP, and biogas).
- Proven experience in managing teams in a unionized work environment.
- Demonstrated understanding of regulatory and environmental compliance related to utilities and plant operations.
- Strong problem-solving, leadership, and organizational skills.

**Cavendish Farms**is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.

We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

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