The Director of Parts and Service is responsible for the leadership, coordination and operational oversight of the Company's fleet maintenance program, including motorcoaches, minibuses, school buses, support vehicles, facilities, equipment and related infrastructure.The Director of Parts and Service is accountable for ensuring the safety, reliability, regulatory compliance and cost-effective operation of the Company's fleet while supporting organizational objectives through effective leadership, planning and continuous improvement of maintenance operations.Service Operations ManagementEstablish KPIs (uptime, turnaround time, cost per km, inventory turns)Oversee all preventative maintenance (PM) and repair programsEnsure consistent inspection standards and compliance (DOT, provincial, safety programs)Ensure effective work order flow, scheduling, and prioritizationFoster a safety-first, accountability-driven cultureParts & Inventory ManagementDevelop and execute the parts & service strategy aligned with company operational goalsLead procurement and inventory strategy for parts and suppliesOptimize stock levels / min-max threshold, vendor selection and pricing agreements, and inventory accuracy.Implement systems for tracking usage, forecasting demand, and reducing obsolescence.Negotiate contracts and pricing agreementsMonitor vendor performance and service qualityLead continuous improvement initiatives across parts operationsSupport capital planning (fleet replacement, tooling,



shop upgrades)Compliance & SafetyChair the OHS CommitteeSchedule and lead regular safety meetingsSet agendas and ensure meaningful discussion of safety issuesEnsure minutes, action items, and follow-ups are completed and trackedEnsure adherence to, regulatory requirements, company safety programs and environmental standardsComplete inspections, ensure equipment and safety related training is complete and up to dateSupport audits and implement corrective actionsPartner closely with safety teams on incident investigationsOversee maintenance and inventory systems (e.G., Fleet Management Software)Ensure accurate data capture for work orders, parts usage and labor trackingDeliver executive-level reporting and insightsQualificationsRed Seal Truck and Transport Mechanic Certification - an assetValid driver's licence (Class 2 or 3 with air brake endorsement considered an asset).Several years of progressively responsible Truck and Transport/Bus mechanical/leadership experience.Demonstrated ability to organize work and coordinate multiple priorities.Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.Effective interpersonal and communication skills.Experience mentoring apprentices or leading teams is considered an asset.Additional InformationGroup Health Insurance Benefits packageRelocation expenses (if applicable)Employee RRSP matching program (4% match)Rewarding career with a growing companyFederally regulated employer - 10 stats per year, 10 sick days per year, etc.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director Parts And Service (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Maritime Bus
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality