Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Maintenance Superintendent to lead our maintenance operations across the site for an existing vacancy. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to oversee a diverse team responsible for ensuring optimal performance, safety, and reliability of industrial equipment and infrastructure. As a key leader, you will drive maintenance strategies and foster a culture of continuous improvement to support manufacturing excellence.

Responsibilities

- Lead the maintenance team in delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of all planned and unplanned work.
- Ensure regulatory compliance in all maintenance activities, including pressure vessels, electrical safety, and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement by using lean tools and KPIs to drive performance.
- Develop and mentor maintenance leaders and skilled trades, fostering technical growth and strong frontline leadership.
- Collaborate with production and maintenance personnel in relation to maintaining an efficient maintenance system.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs utilizing CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) tools to optimize equipment uptime.
- Ensure effective utilization of CMMS and accurate reporting systems related to work order, purchase requisitions and schedules.
- Foster a culture of leadership by supervising staff performance, providing coaching, training on industrial maintenance best practices, and promoting teamwork.

Qualifications





- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent technical background such as a red seal trade certificate.
- 5+ years of progressive maintenance leadership experience in industrial manufacturing facility; pulp and paper experience would be an asset.
- Proven management experience in industrial maintenance environments with strong supervisory skills and a proven history of delivering improved asset reliability, cost savings, and uptime along with the ability to motivate staff toward continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of maintenance systems and predictive technologies.
- Demonstrated ability to manage maintenance management systems (CMMS) effectively for scheduling and recordkeeping purposes.
- Experience managing in a unionized environment with strong understanding of collective agreements.
- Demonstrated leadership in continuous improvement, lean maintenance, or Six Sigma programs.
- Excellent communication and organization skills for transparent reporting, team coordination, and safety documentation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $120,000.00-$135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

📌 Maintenance Superintendent (Thunder Bay)
🏢 Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper
📍 Thunder Bay