Equipment Manager, Grey Bruce

Job Description

Working at Walker 

At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.

About the Job

Are you a strategic thinker with a strong mechanical background and a passion for optimizing heavy equipment performance? Equipment Manager for our Grey Bruce region to join our team based out of our Hanover and East Linton offices, as dictated by business needs. Reporting to the General Manager, Aggregates Grey Bruce, you'll play a key leadership role in shaping the performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency of our mobile equipment fleet. From evaluating and purchasing new equipment to developing maintenance strategies and negotiating energy contracts, you'll have a direct impact on operational success across the region.

This is a dynamic, hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, industrial environment and enjoys balancing technical expertise with business strategy. Regional travel within Grey-Bruce will be required.

Salary Range: $105,000 - $110,000 (based on experience and qualifications)

What You'll Be Doing 
 

• Leading and coordinating maintenance and repair activities across divisions to ensure fleet reliability
• Managing shop operations including welding, fabrication, painting, repair, and tire services
• Overseeing shop financial performance, budgets, and cost controls
• Directing procurement of parts, supplies, and equipment to support operations
• Evaluating and sourcing new mobile equipment to optimize fleet efficiency and lifecycle value
• Resolving warranty and invoicing issues to minimize downtime and unnecessary costs
• Supervising major repair projects to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with best practices
• Monitoring natural gas and electricity markets to negotiate cost-effective supply contracts
• Assessing and pricing used equipment for resale in competitive markets
• Analyzing lifecycle costs and preparing reports to support executive decision-making
• Participating in management and operational meetings to align with company initiatives
• Managing annual repair budgets and forecasting capital replacement needs across divisions
• Managing 10 employees such as mechanics, apprentices and office staff.

Here's What You Need
 

• 5-7 years of experience in heavy equipment, truck maintenance, or equipment purchasing
• Valid G driver's license in good standing
• Post-secondary education (minimum: high school + 2-year college diploma or equivalent)
• Mechanical certification (310S, 310T, or 421A) considered an asset
• Experience in purchasing, maintenance engineering, or fleet management is an asset
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing cost-effective contracts
• Deep mechanical aptitude and commitment to safe work practices
• Solid financial and numerical analysis skills
• Proven ability to diagnose and solve complex mechanical issues
• Thorough understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Exceptional attention to detail and record-keeping
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively
• Highly organized with a structured, methodical approach to workflow

What's in it for you 
 

• You become part of a team you can count on
• A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing
• Leaders who support your growth and success
• A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry
• Give back to your community with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events

Walker Industries does not rely on artificial intelligence or automated systems at any stage of recruiting or hiring. Every applicant is reviewed and assessed solely by qualified professionals to maintain a fair, human-led process.

At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we'd love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities. 

Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.