Section Lead Fleet Maintenance

Our Whiteshell Laboratories (WL) location is looking for a Section Lead, Fleet Maintenance, to assist the Site Superintendent with oversight and maintenance of company owned, leased and rented heavy equipment and vehicle fleet assets. Can you see yourself planning and scheduling maintenance and repairs for heavy equipment and vehicles while ensuring operational safety and minimizing downtime? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you! Apply today!

What will you be doing! 
 

• Planning and scheduling maintenance and repairs for all heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Coordinating repairs and maintenance with internal and external service providers.
• Providing oversight of contractors during service and maintenance activities of vehicles and equipment.
• Planning and scheduling rental equipment based on site project and maintenance requirements.
• Developing, implementing, and administering preventative maintenance schedules for all vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Coordinating insurances, safeties, and permits for site owned fleet vehicles and heavy equipment as well as rental equipment where applicable, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and safety standards.
• Ensuring all operators and drivers have the necessary licenses and certifications.
• Maintaining accurate records of vehicle inventory, log sheets, maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborating with other departments to effectively plan and coordinate vehicle and equipment needs.
• Assisting in making recommendations for replacement, lifecycles and future sell off of fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Coordinating the mobilization and demobilization of rental equipment to and offsite for various maintenance and project needs.
• Performing cost transfers of rental equipment fees to appropriate project charge numbers.
• Conducting regular inspections and audits of vehicles and equipment.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures to improve fleet maintenance and operation.
• Implementing training and guidance for newly acquired vehicles and equipment.
• Assisting in the development and management for fleet maintenance and equipment budget.
• Responding to and resolving any maintenance-related issues or emergency repairs regarding heavy equipment or fleet vehicles.
• Supplying and maintaining appropriate Pre-Trip/Pre-Shift Inspection checklists, ensuring reported necessary repairs are completed in a timely manner.
• Acting as first point of contact for fleet purchases, rental requests, CarShare program and general inquiries.
• Reviewing maintenance invoices.
• Assisting in tracking financial data as expenses against budget, for the department and other projects as needed, and reporting variances as per given guidelines.
• Providing backup support to other sections within department, or similar roles within the same section ensuring timely support to clients.
• Participating in special projects as required.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for: 
 

• Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent OR significant applicable experience.
  • Skilled trades education (such as Heavy Equipment Operation) would be an asset.
• Experience
  • Minimum five (5) years' experience with construction equipment and general site maintenance.
  • Experience in fleet and equipment management would be an asset.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Able to direct and control the safe and efficient operation of all relevant equipment and vehicles.
  • Knowledge of vehicle maintenance processes including preventative maintenance and necessary repairs.
  • Knowledge of licensing, insurance and compliance requirements.
  • Knowledge of supply chain processes.
  • Ability to direct and control the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of all relevant construction equipment onsite.
  • Possess technical knowledge of construction equipment to plan and support projects.
  • Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office suite to maintain records and generate reports.
  • Ability to assist with leading crews and contractors in various disciplines.
  • Solid working knowledge of Canada Labor Code and safety standards.
  • Demonstrated supervisory and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with others.
  • Financial understanding to review and manage financial performance requirements in a complex organization, to ensure the branch operates on time and within budget.
  • Ability to adhere to project budgets and schedules under pressure.
  • Capable of working independently, take initiative, set priorities and work with internal and external customers.
  • Have strong planning and organizational skills, including keen attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Punctual, dependable and safety minded.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's "Standard on Security Screening" and the "Policy on Government Security."

Working Conditions: 
 

• We have a compressed work week, which consists of a four-day work week and ten hours a day - starting at 6 am.
• Must possess normal physical agility necessary to perform all aspects of the work that involves bending, lifting and mobility.
• Work in environments that require personal protective equipment and clothing including construction/decommissioning sites, contamination zones and potentially confined spaces.
• Office work environment with some exposure to nuclear radiation and industrial hazards during construction/demolition site visits.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons and in extreme outdoor temperatures ranging from 30°C to -40°C.

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation. 

We offer a complete total rewards package : 
 

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that's right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support;
• Pension and,
• A compressed workweek allows you to work hard and enjoy more time with your family and friends. Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being, and at CNL, we value this!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You? 
 

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location: 

CNL 's Whiteshell is located in the beautiful and historic municipality of Pinawa, Manitoba, roughly an hour by car from Winnipeg, MB. Pinawa is an excellent choice for people looking for peace and tranquillity and those who love the outdoors. 

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read here for more on our DE&I Commitment. 

CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential. 

CNL respectfully recognizes and acknowledges that the Whiteshell Site is located within the traditional territory of many Indigenous Nations, including those within Treaty 1, 3, and 5, and the homeland of the Red River Métis. CNL is thankful to have the opportunity to work on these traditionally and culturally significant lands and waterways.