C.A.T. Inc. is seeking a dynamic candidate for the position of Director, Fleet Maintenance. This is a dynamic and multifaceted role within a growing company, offering a unique opportunity to make an impact across all aspects of fleet maintenance operations.
Director of Maintenance - C.A.T. Inc - Coteau-du-Lac, QC - LinkedIn.com
Job Type - Permanent, Full-time
- Monday- Friday
Location - 4, rue du Transport, Coteau-du-Lac (QC) J0P 1B0
Responsibilities - Develop and improve preventive maintenance procedures for tractors & trailers
- Management and optimization of mechanical workshops in Canada (Coteau-du-Lac, Napanee), USA (Palmer TX, Laredo TX), and MX (Ciénega de Flores)
- Develop and improve maintenance strategies and related performance indicators
- Work in collaboration with the corporate team to optimize preventive maintenance of trucks & trailers
- Own the maintenance budget and reduce cost per mile (CPM), including warranty recovery and the application of the tire program
- Ensure fleet and workshop compliance with SAAQ (PEP), CVOR, NSC and US DOT/FMCSA requirements, as well as workplace health and safety standards
- Manage damaged equipment, including accident repairs and insurance claim follow-up
- Manage a team with various responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a network of suppliers for equipment maintenance
- Negotiate quotes for work related to equipment repairs
- Collaborate on the configuration and definition of equipment specifications
- Participate in analysis, operational profitability projects and return on investment projects
- All other tasks related to the position
Requirements - 7 to 10 years of experience in a related or similar position;
- Bachelor's degree in administration, or in engineering, or any related certification in a related field (an asset);
- Experience with fleet maintenance management software (e.g., MIR) and strong Excel skills;
- Bilingual, written and spoken, English & French (Spanish an asset)
- Experience managing an operating budget and analyzing maintenance costs;
- Knowledge of government standards (SAAQ PEP, CVOR, NSC, US DOT/FMCSA);
- Valid driver's license and passport; available to travel to Canadian terminals, to the United States and to Mexico;
- Ability to manage and mobilize multiple teams, excellent leadership;
- Ability to manage many requests and files at the same time;
- Ability to work under pressure;
- General mechanical knowledge (transport, an asset);
- Good analytical skills and recognized for their efficiency in operations;
- Structured, rigorous, sense of organization and autonomy
- Detail oriented
Job Features Job Category Director, MANAGEMENT, Mechanical
