Maintenance Manager

Do you have a passion for wine and enjoy working in a dynamic industry? Are you ready to embark on an exciting new phase of your career with a growing company and enthusiastic culture? If so, then this opportunity may be for you!

Diamond Estates Wines & Spirits is the third largest producer of VQA wines in Niagara, Ontario and we are looking for our next team member to fulfill the role of Facilities & Maintenance Manager.

In this full-time position reporting to the Winemaker – Director of Operations, you will be responsible for overseeing the preventative maintenance of all equipment, buildings and properties within Diamond’s production and retail facilities. This position will require a combination of leadership and project management skills, as well as hands-on repair and industrial maintenance competencies.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Organize and plan daily maintenance programs.
• Implement maintenance work on facility, equipment and property.
• Work with Winemaking team on equipment maintenance issues.
• Work on facility and property maintenance issues.
• Work with Retail Marketing and Retail Manager on retail landscaping and building maintenance issues.
• Organize quotations from contractors and evaluate completed work in a timely fashion.
• Develop and implement schedules and procedures for safety inspections and preventative maintenance programs.
• Co-ordinate cleaning, snow removal and landscaping operations.
• Ensure staff is adhering to the safety protocols required by Diamond Estates management team.
• Ensure that paperwork is handed into the Diamond Administration Office on a regular basis.
• Recommend and implement corporately approved systems, programs and procedures.
• Responsible for the MOE COA property logs and maintenance logs for compliance.
• Manage part time seasonal staff or contract workers to ensure safe operation and completion of planned maintenance.
• Assist in the selection of employees and ensure that all personnel are trained and informed of department plans and safety protocols.
• Conduct performance reviews; coach, counsel and discipline when necessary.
• Offer insights into facility operations that would lead to reduced cost and performance improvements.
• Organize regular maintenance schedule of company farm vehicles and property maintenance equipment.
• Organize regular equipment certifications.
• Participate in Joint Health & Safety Committee.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Completion of College degree (preferred) with minimum of 5 years’ experience in maintenance operations.
• Mechanically inclined; demonstrate hands on skills to complete preventative maintenance of equipment, buildings, and properties, in an efficient and effective manner.
• Critical thinking/problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and troubleshoot.
• Excellent attention to detail (precision and accuracy).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• A positive team player with excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• Dependable, punctual with a high level of organizational skills.
• Ability to operate 5 tonne tow motor, pallet jacks and dollies as well as a Boom lift.
• Able to lift 20 KG repeatedly throughout a given day.
• Able to maintain control and composure in difficult situations and cope in hectic conditions.
• Continuously learn, adapt to change and lead by example.
• Exhibit a desire for high standards.
• Build an environment that addresses safety and training while ensuring strong employee morale.
• Participate in Joint Health & Safety Committee.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• A growing, stable organization filled with people who really care about their products, their customers, and each other.
• A competitive salary and total compensation package which includes generous employee health and dental benefits and other perks.
• This is a fully onsite position, with the need for travel within the local region as well as occasional extended hours during peak season.

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Diamond Estates and its divisions is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with differing abilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.