BA Blacktop is seeking an Equipment Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of company assets, including planning, acquisition, maintenance, and disposal. This role ensures equipment safety, reliability, compliance, sustainability, and cost efficiency while working closely with Operations to support business growth.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety, Compliance & Environmental

• Maintain a high level of safety awareness and ensure all equipment operations comply with company safety policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable legislation.
• Ensure compliance with WorkSafe regulations, CVIP inspections, and all required periodic equipment inspections.
• Perform Site Safety Tours
• Ensure the availability and validity of all required administrative documents for equipment.
• Promote safe, efficient work sites and ensure shop and field personnel always follow safety procedures.
• Monitor workshop compliance with environmental and quality management systems.
• Lead and support initiatives to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions, including equipment renewal strategies aligned with company sustainability objectives.

Leadership & Supervision

• Lead, coach, and mentor shop and equipment teams, including the Shop Foreman, technicians, and mobile staff.
• Recruit, train, and develop technicians in accordance with company standards and Union Agreement for HET.
• Diagnose equipment failures, oversee troubleshooting processes, and ensure timely and effective repair execution.
• Maintain succession planning, professional development, and current training and certification records.
• Foster a professional, collaborative, and performance-driven culture.

Equipment Operations & Maintenance

• Oversee maintenance, repair, and availability of mobile and fixed equipment.
• Collaborate with the Equipment Director to prepare workshop and Capex budgets.
• Establish and monitor preventive maintenance, lubrication, and inspection programs.
• Review and approve technical solutions for non-routine mechanical work.
• Ensure proper commissioning, documentation, and resourcing of equipment and crews.

Financial Management & Cost Control

• Prepare and manage equipment, workshop, and maintenance budgets (Capex and Opex).
• Track equipment costs including depreciation, leases, maintenance, insurance, and taxes.
• Set cost approval thresholds and approve or escalate significant maintenance and repair expenditures as required.
• Ensure purchases are cost-effective and aligned with company quality and procurement standards.
• Review and sign equipment- and shop-related invoices.

Capital Planning & Asset Lifecycle

• Lead equipment investment and divestment planning with Operations/Industry Managers and the President.
• Develop short-, medium-, and long-term (including five-year) equipment plans.
• Prepare technical and financial justifications for equipment transactions.
• Manage asset lifecycle activities, including transfers, sales, retirements, and inventory accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Qualifications

• Post-secondary technical education in heavy duty mechanics or equivalent
• Experience in heavy equipment maintenance or workshop
• Management training and experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• SAP equipment management, ERP equipment management or CMMS

Desirable Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Mechanical Engineering or certificate in business
• Ability to read and interpret financial data including balance sheets

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS ON THE ROLE

Location: Port Kells (Surrey, BC)

Pay: $115,000 - $160,000 per year

This position also includes responsibilities related to Systems, Administration & Reporting, and Communication & Continuous Improvement, as outlined below:

• Systems, Administration & Reporting:
  Ensure accurate and timely completion of equipment-related administrative and asset management documentation, including maintenance records, inventories, and financial data within company systems. Implement and monitor equipment and workshop control systems, establish standard labor rates and operating expenses, and ensure accurate physical and financial inventories of all equipment assets.
• Communication & Continuous Improvement:
  Act as a technical advisor to Operations/Industry Managers and the President on equipment-related matters, while maintaining strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, contractors, and industry partners. Stay informed of industry innovations and best practices, share performance insights and improvement opportunities, and ensure decisions align with the company’s long-term objectives and best interests.