Supervisor of Agricultural Equipment and Maintenance
No. 153
July 10, 2024
Location
Saint-Ubalde
Salary
Competitive and negotiable.
Job category
Industrial Management
Type of job
Permanent
Schedule
Day shift.
You are a strong supporter of #AlimentsDuQuébec, contributing to promoting local production. Your expertise in agricultural equipment makes you a valuable asset for effectively managing the purchase, preparation, repair, and optimization of all rolling stock, including trucks, trailers, tractors, agricultural machinery, and forklifts.
At our client, each employee is at the heart of this family business that started with a single plow and has become a pillar of the Quebec agricultural sector. You will find an environment where teamwork and employee well-being are prioritized, allowing your future colleagues (and soon you) to consider their job as a fulfilling and sustainable career. Our client remains close to its teams, recognizing the invaluable value that each worker brings to its success.
Tasks
Equipment and Operations Management:
Act as a specialist in farm, transport, and handling equipment for the purchase, preparation, repair, and optimization of their use.
Structure the equipment records in Maintenance Direct, including all parts required for each operation as well as the maintenance frequency.
Coordinate the preventive maintenance program, ensuring that sector leaders complete tasks within appropriate timeframes.
Manage the repairs of trucks, tractors, pickups, trailers, forklifts, and agricultural machinery.
Planning and Coordination:
Plan priorities and coordinate the work plans of the leaders of the different garage sectors according to the needs of the farm operations team to ensure profitability and quality of work.
Monitor the PEP program to optimize performance and productivity.
Human Resources Management:
Supervise the employees in your department and effectively support them in their obligations, training, and management of their employee files (time sheet approval, management of absences and leaves).
Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures as well as internal human resources management policies.
Communication and Continuous Improvement:
Ensure effective internal communication to promote a healthy work environment based on rigor, communication, respect, and teamwork.
Promote continuous improvement by highlighting effective and optimal work methods.
Ensure customer service follow-up and client satisfaction.
Perform any other related tasks.
Advantages
A group insurance plan is 50% covered by the employer.
An RRSP with employer contribution is offered.
Employee assistance program.
Work equipment is provided and a budget is allocated for work clothes.
A reimbursement program is available for physical activities.
The client offers a social club, recognition activities, and family activities.
Preferential agreements are offered for auto and home insurance.
Scholarship draws are organized for employees' children.
Opportunities for training and career development within the company.
The possibility of training to learn a language of choice is offered.
You will receive free bags of potatoes every two weeks, you will never run out!
Additional leave (holidays, sickness, or family) is provided.
Job requirements
DVS in agricultural mechanics and/or heavy vehicle mechanics or relevant experience.
10 years of experience in mechanics.
5 years of experience in team management.
Possess a Class 1 driver's license (an asset).
PEP card.
Desired profile
Your attention to detail and commitment to doing quality work reflect your dedication to performing daily tasks safely and efficiently.
You appreciate teamwork and communicate with empathy and clarity.
You are adaptable and flexible, able to easily adjust to the team's needs.
Your leadership and positive attitude create a harmonious work environment.
You have a good understanding of agricultural production and sector challenges, enhancing your contribution to our shared success.