Maintenance Director

Project ID: 10570

Location Northern Ontario, Ontario

Description Kitchener Executive Consultants Inc. has been exclusively retained by our client, a global leader in industrial manufacturing, to lead the search for a MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR in NORTHERN ONTARIO. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a large-scale, high-volume manufacturing operation, offering the chance to play a pivotal role in ensuring operational continuity, asset reliability, and long-term performance excellence in a critical production environment.

The Maintenance Director will provide both strategic and hands-on leadership for all maintenance activities across the facility, overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance programs while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Operations, this role will lead a sizeable, multi-layered organization of Area Maintenance Managers, Supervisors, and skilled Trades. Success in this role requires deep technical expertise, disciplined execution, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, non-stop production setting where uptime, safety, and quality are paramount.

As the operation continues through a period of operational ramp-up and growth, the Maintenance Director will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional partners to scale maintenance systems, strengthen reliability practices, and stabilize critical assets. The role is central to defining maintenance strategies, managing budgets, optimizing contractor relationships, implementing energy and asset management programs, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. A strong foundation in heavy industrial manufacturing, combined with experience leading maintenance teams through change and complexity, will be essential.

This opportunity is ideal for a technically grounded maintenance leader - preferable a Professional Engineer or Red Seal - certified Electrical or Mechanical Tradesperson with extensive experience in demanding industrial environments. The client offers a highly competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a lasting impact within a globally respected organization.

Our Client’s preferred Salary Target is $200 000 - $260 000 and we encourage all applicants interested in this opportunity to apply. Please note, the hiring salary will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and ability to support the organization.

At Kitchener Executive Consultants Inc., we provide a bespoke and personalized recruitment experience where every candidate’s application is reviewed by our team of Search Consultants and measured to our clients’ specific hiring criteria and requirements. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not used in selecting a candidate within our detailed and professional recruitment process.

Requirements

Degree/Diploma

Technical Degree or Trade Ticket

Major

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Designation/Accreditation

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