Company: McKay Métis Contracting, a division of McKay Métis Group

Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports to: Director of Operations

About Us

McKay Métis Contracting (MMC) delivers reliable site services with the crews, equipment, and expertise to handle projects of any size. We work safely, on time, and on budget to ensure quality results every time.

Through collaboration and open communication, we build long-term client relationships based on competitive pricing, safe execution, and dependable service.

As a self-perform entity of the McKay Métis Group—an Indigenous-owned enterprise blending Indigenous values with business excellence—MMC is part of a team redefining what Indigenous business leadership looks like, creating sustainable success for our shareholder, community, and future generations.

Our Services

Fuel & Lubrication Distribution Services

• Bulk Fuel Transport and Delivery
• Fleet Refueling and Lubrication Services
• Modular Refueling and Lubrication Facilities, Rental and Operation
• On-site Priority 1 Equipment Servicing
• Fuel Facilities Inspection and Maintenance
• Optimized Fuel Resource Management with Strategic Cost Optimization through Advanced Asset Tracking and Consumption Monitoring

Light Civil Construction & Maintenance Services

• Road Construction & Maintenance
• Proactive Drainage Care
• Reliable Snow & Ice Management
• Utility Infrastructure Installation and Repair
• Effective Vegetation & Landscape Management
• Roadway Beautification Projects
• Dust Control

The Opportunity

Are you a hands-on leader who takes pride in keeping a complex fleet running safely and reliably? Do you thrive in fast-paced industrial environments where uptime, cost control, and crew safety are mission-critical?

Join our operations team as Maintenance Manager. You'll lead the maintenance of MMC's heavy equipment, trucks, and support assets across demanding oil sands and industrial sites—driving equipment availability, reliability, and compliance while building best-in-class asset management practices. This is your opportunity to deliver operational excellence that directly supports MMC's growth and the prosperity of our community and future generations.

Key Responsibilities Safety & Compliance

• Lead maintenance operations in full compliance with company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all maintenance personnel follow safe work procedures, including lockout/tagout, hazard assessments, and field-level risk assessments.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Support and maintain compliance with COR and client-specific safety standards.

Maintenance Operations

• Manage all preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Develop and maintain maintenance schedules for heavy equipment and fleet assets.
• Monitor equipment condition and prioritize repairs based on operational needs.
• Coordinate shop and field maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime.
• Ensure quality control standards are met for all maintenance work.

Asset Reliability

• Analyze equipment performance, failure trends, and root causes.
• Implement reliability improvement initiatives to reduce recurring failures.
• Optimize PM intervals and maintenance strategies.
• Work closely with operations to improve equipment utilization and life cycle performance.

Financial Management

• Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget.
• Monitor labour, parts, and subcontractor costs.
• Identify opportunities to reduce repair and maintenance expenses.
• Approve purchase orders and vendor invoices within delegated authority.

Inventory & Procurement

• Oversee parts inventory and ensure critical spare parts availability.
• Manage relationships with OEMs, suppliers, and external repair vendors.
• Negotiate pricing and service agreements where appropriate.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead and mentor supervisors, planners, mechanics, and support staff.
• Conduct performance reviews and establish development plans.
• Manage workforce scheduling and staffing requirements.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Systems & Reporting

• Utilize ERP systems to track work orders, costs, and equipment history.
• Prepare and report maintenance KPIs including:
  • Equipment availability
  • Mean time between failures (MTBF)
  • Repair and maintenance cost per hour
  • Planned vs. unplanned work
  • Backlog status

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician, Truck and Transport Technician, or equivalent trade certification.
• Minimum 10 years of maintenance experience in mining, oil sands, construction, or heavy industrial operations.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Caterpillar, Komatsu, and other heavy equipment systems.
• Experience with maintenance planning, budgeting, and inventory management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license; Class 1 is an asset.

Key Competencies

• Safety Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Financial Acumen
• Root Cause Analysis
• Team Development
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Continuous Improvement

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Equipment availability > 90%
• Reduction in unplanned downtime
• Repair and maintenance costs within budget
• PM compliance > 95%
• Safety incidents = zero
• Parts inventory turns and stockout reduction
• Employee engagement and retention

Working Conditions

• Combination of office, shop, and field work.
• Frequent interaction with operations and field personnel.
• Availability to respond to urgent maintenance issues outside regular hours.
• Travel to remote sites as required.

Why This Role Matters

The Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in protecting asset reliability, controlling operating costs, and ensuring equipment is available to meet client commitments safely and efficiently. In a mining and oil sands environment, effective maintenance leadership directly impacts profitability, safety, and customer satisfaction.