Equipment Manager
Position Summary:
The Equipment Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, tracking, and deployment of all construction equipment and tools across job sites. This role ensures that all machinery and tools are safe, operational, and available to meet project timelines. The Equipment Manager plays a key role in minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity on construction projects. The successful candidate will work at our head office in Barrie, Ontario.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the inventory, allocation, and logistics of heavy machinery, tools, and support equipment across multiple job sites.
- Schedule and oversee routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure equipment is safe and compliant with industry regulations.
- Coordinate with site supervisors and project managers to forecast equipment needs and ensure timely delivery and pickup.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance history, and service schedules.
- Upload records of maintenance into internal databases, to ensure audit readiness with COR 2020 standards.
- Source and negotiate with vendors for equipment purchases, rentals, and servicing.
- Implement and enforce safety protocols related to equipment handling and storage.
- Train field staff on proper equipment operation and care.
- Monitor equipment-related expenses and assist in budgeting and cost control.
- Ensure compliance with local, provincial, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in equipment or fleet management within the construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of construction equipment, including forklifts, cranes, hydraulic equipment and power tools.
- Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) or other asset tracking software.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
- Valid driver’s license; Valid AZ or DZ license is an asset
Preferred Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education in construction management, logistics, or a related field is preferred.
- Certification in equipment or fleet management (e.g., CEM, CFMA).
- Experience with COR, ISO, or other safety compliance standards.
- Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.
Term, Hours of Work and Compensation:
- This is a full-time position.
- 44 hours per week.
- The role is entitled to vacation pay and paid statutory holidays.
- We expect to compensate the successful candidate at hourly rates consistent with market expectations and based on experience.
Hiring Accessibility:
We are an equal opportunity employer. Western Mechanical welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities; accommodations are available upon request for those who are selected to proceed with the interview process.
Company Overview:
Since Western’s early beginnings in 1979, the focus of the company has been to deliver world-class industrial contracting services. This focus has been the primary reason for the Company’s continued growth and success. Western currently employees roughly 300 employees, working at our head office in Barrie, ON, and numerous job site locations.
Our range of services include:
- Mechanical Contracting
- Sheet Metal Contracting
- Electrical Contracting
- Millwrighting
- Heavy Lifting
- Civil Contracting
- Hydraulic Specialists
- Freight & Logistics
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Western Mechanical does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.