Mercer Celgar Fleet Manager

About the job

Company Overview

Who we are. At Mercer International Inc., our vision of transforming biomass into bioproducts for a more sustainable world is being realized every day. We are a diversified global producer of forest products, bioproducts, and green electricity with operations in Canada, Germany, Australia, and the United States. We have a consolidated annual production capacity of approximately 2.3 million tonnes of kraft pulp and 960 million board feet of softwood lumber.

What we believe. A culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, and fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.

Position Description

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Fiber Mill Services, The Fleet Manager will oversee our company's fleet of mobile equipment and light vehicles. The Fleet Manager will be responsible for ensuring the efficient maintenance and long term planning of our fleet, as well as managing a team of technicians. This position is a key role within the Mercer Celgar operational management team. The successful candidate will lead the future development of our fleet. This includes planning for increased electric vehicle technology, greenhouse gas reductions and improved reliability. Our large fleet and operation is looking for a dynamic leader to take our operation to the next level of success.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fleet management strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs for the fleet of 115 units

• Annual maintenance budget

• Five year capital plan

• Light vehicle maintenance and optimization

• Manage a team of five technicians, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations

• Lead the accurate record keeping of vehicle and equipment maintenance, repairs, and inspections using the Avantis asset management system

• Lead the process of Coordinating vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of parts and supplies

• Oversee the scheduling and coordination equipment maintenance and repairs.

• Monitor fuel consumption and other operational metrics to identify areas for improvement

• Manage the maintenance of our on site rail yard

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and safety standards

• Coordinate with other departments to ensure fleet availability meets operational demands

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in fleet management technology

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as a Fleet Manager or similar role
• Training or experience in the mechanical trades or engineering is an asset
• Experience working in a Unionized setting is an asset
• Strong leadership abilities with the ability to motivate and manage a team and make sound decisions under pressure
• Experience with LEAN management or Situational Leadership training is an asset
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Pension and Benefits. We provide a competitive pension plan, with base contributions made by Mercer which can be supplemented with personal contributions matched by the company up to a certain %.
• Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits and an on-site gym.
• The Salary Range for this position is $114,512.00 - $171,769.00 depending on experience and qualifications.
• Must have excellent communication, computer and time management skills

Application Process

To submit your application, please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and their relevance to the role's responsibilities to our HR Department at recruitment.mc@mercerint.com

Please reference Competition No. 2024 - 202 in your email and ensure that you include your name and the job title you're applying for in the subject line.

We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information, please visit our website: www.mercerint.com.