Director Mechanical

The person in this position leads and directs employees under regional responsibility to ensure proper maintenance of equipment. He or she develops and facilitates safety training and mentoring of regional mechanical employees under the positions jurisdiction; ensures compliance with all Canadian regulations and G&W safety rules for the mechanical department employees in order to meet department safety goals; represents G&W as a responsible corporate citizen to the public; protects the environment according to G&W policy and appropriate local laws; manages the maintenance and repairs of freight cars and locomotives in order to meet Canadian and company standards and to reduce life-cycle cost and increase reliability and availability.

Company: BMS Locomotive Service Group Inc.
Work location: Edmonton AB
Status: Permanent
Salary: Depending on experience

Why you should join our team:

• To work in aunique and stimulatingfield
• To benefit from a range of competitive benefits including:
• A Group Insurance Programa comprehensive coverage including health care dental eye care hospitalization disability and life insurance.
• Telemedicine Servicesfor our employees and their families.
• Fitness Allowanceto promote your health mental health and wellness.
• Savings Programwe offer the opportunity to participate in a retirement savings plan (with a contribution of up to 6% to yourRRSP) you can also take advantage of a Tax-Free Savings AccountTFSA allowing you to benefit from tax-free savings.
• An employee and family assistance program - EFAP
• To contribute to a sustainable futureas trains is one of the most eco-friendly modes of transportation in Canada.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Director Mechanical will provide strategic operational and financial leadership across all locomotive repair and mechanical service operations.

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of Mechanics Technicians and Support Staff
• Foster a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement
• Build and maintain professional networks across Western Canadas rail sector
• Oversee all Locomotive and Rolling Stock maintenance inspection and repair activities
• Ensure compliance with regulatory safety and mechanical standards
• Conduct risk assessments and implement proactive safety controls
• Develop strategies to maximize Locomotive performance reliability and service efficiency
• Build maintenance schedules lifecycle analyses and asset performance programs
• Evaluate and adopt industry innovations technologies and best practices
• Full accountability for P&L performance including cost management and operational efficiency
• Lead Customer Relationships ensuring high service levels responsiveness and longâterm partnership development
• Oversee Invoice accuracy approval and timely submission
• Manage Parts ordering inventory usage tracking and cost control
• Develop and manage budgets resource allocations and performance targets
• Collaborate with Operations Engineering HR Safety teams regulators and external partners

General Requirements:

Handsâon mechanical leader with deep locomotive experience.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Locomotive Mechanical Operations
• Associate degree or technical certification in a related field
• Valid drivers license
• Must be a Qualified Locomotive Mechanic or Locomotive Electrician
• Strong knowledge of Locomotive systems Rolling Stock and repair practices
• Proven leadership ability with experience motivating and developing teams
• Excellent communication interpersonal and problemâsolving skills
• Demonstrated experience with budgeting regulatory compliance and project management
• Experience with maintenance planning or asset management systems (preferred)

If selected for the role candidates will be required to undergo a comprehensive background check including physical examination drug screening criminal record verification and reference checks.

Required Experience:

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