We are looking for an energetic, motivated, and forward-thinking leader to join our team as

Engineering & Maintenance Manager

at Irving Wallboard. This opportunity is ideal for a technically solid professional with solid industrial maintenance experience who is ready to take on a broader leadership role influencing plant performance, reliability, safety, engineering, people development, and business results. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role offers the opportunity to influence plant performance, contribute to strategic initiatives, and develop the leadership capabilities required for future senior management opportunities.

Why Irving Wallboard? Irving Wallboard (Atlantic Wallboard Limited) operates one of North America’s most modern and highly automated gypsum manufacturing facilities. Based in Saint John, NB, we produce a full range of wallboard products for residential and commercial construction.

We provide a solid foundation for you to build your career within a dynamic company and division. Through challenging assignments, mentorship, leadership development, and exposure to broader business operations, you will have the opportunity to expand your capabilities and ensure your success as a leader within J.D. Irving Limited.

What We Offer to You

Group RRSP contribution matching program

Flexible benefits, including a Health Spending Account

Fitness center located on-site

Health & Wellness reimbursement program

Employee & Family Assistance Programs

Employee wallboard product purchasing program

Relocation support (if applicable)

Opportunity to grow your career within J.D. Irving Limited

Responsibilities

Lead plant maintenance, engineering, reliability, and asset management strategies

Lead by example in creating a strong safety culture





Set the standard for safety leadership and regulatory compliance

Coach, develop, and inspire a skilled maintenance and engineering team

Actively mentor engineers, supervisors, and future leaders

Drive preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability, uptime, and cost performance

Oversee maintenance planning, scheduling, execution, and contractor performance

Collaborate with operations, quality, and supply chain to improve overall plant performance

Balance daily operational priorities with long term reliability and asset management strategies

Contribute to capital planning, engineering projects, continuous improvement, and broader business objectives

Partner with the General Manager and leadership team to identify opportunities for operational excellence and sustainable business growth

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, with relevant industrial experience

Strong hands-on experience in industrial maintenance , including a solid mechanical foundation (electrical and controls experience considered an asset)

Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop people, and drive performance improvements

Experience in safety-focused industrial manufacturing environments

Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset

Ability to connect technical decisions with operational efficiency and business performance

Demonstrated leadership potential, ambition, and interest in progressing toward broader operational and business leadership responsibilities

Preferred:

Shutdown and turnaround leadership

Maintenance planning, scheduling, and contractor management

Capital projects and engineering execution

Lean manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), or reliability-centered maintenance

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