OPERATIONS MANAGER, EDMONTON, AB, CANADA – #5761

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire an OPERATIONS MANAGER for our client in Edmonton, AB.

Position Title: Operations Manager

Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Reports To: Executive Leadership
Direct Reports: 4

Position Overview

A well-established, privately held industrial services organization is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations, customer relationships, and internal team coordination.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical credibility within instrumentation, pressure/temperature control, and chemical injection systems.

The role is relationship-driven and operationally focused, suited for a professional who can lead a small, experienced team while acting as a trusted interface with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Team Leadership

  • Lead and support a team of four, providing guidance, accountability, and operational oversight.
  • Oversee daily operations to ensure customer commitments, service delivery, and internal workflows are met.
  • Maintain and improve operational processes, communication, and efficiency across the business.

Customer & Relationship Management

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for key customers, maintaining strong, long-term relationships.
  • Engage directly with customers in person, by phone, and via email to support technical discussions and issue resolution.
  • Coordinate internally to ensure customer needs are clearly understood and addressed.

Technical & Industry Support (Core Requirement)

  • Apply strong working knowledge of instrumentation, pressure and temperature control systems, and chemical injection applications.
  • Act as a technical resource in customer and internal discussions (hands-on configuration not required).
  • Provide informed input into operational planning, system support, and service execution.

Commercial & Vendor Coordination

  • Support sales and commercial activities through customer interaction and scope clarification.
  • Assist with pricing discussions and solution alignment.
  • Act as a liaison with vendors and suppliers

Inventory & Supply Chain Oversight

  • Oversee inventory quantities to ensure availability while managing costs and obsolescence.
  • Coordinate with suppliers on lead times, procurement priorities, and forecasting aligned with operational demand.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

  • Proven experience in instrumentation, industrial controls, automation, or chemical injection environments.
  • Demonstrated operational leadership experience with direct people management.
  • Strong customer-facing experience with the ability to build trust and credibility.
  • Solid understanding of pressure and temperature control systems and chemical injection solutions.

Preferred

  • Red Seal Instrumentation Technician certification (asset, not mandatory).
  • Exposure to SCADA and MODBUS systems.

Key Attributes

  • Relationship-driven, professional, and confident communicator.
  • Practical, solutions-oriented leader with sound judgment.
  • Organized and capable of managing competing priorities.
  • Comfortable working in a small-team, high-accountability environment.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a competitive salary, vehicle, gas card, discretionary bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to apply to info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

SENIOR STAFF ENGINEER, WILMINGTON, MA, USA – #5760

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire a SENIOR STAFF ENGINEER for a client in Wilmington, MA.

Are you ready to shape the future of aerospace sensing technology?

We’re seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to serve as a technical leader in the development of advanced electromechanical sensors and fluid management solutions used in some of the world’s most demanding aerospace environments. In this role, you’ll guide next-generation designs from concept through certification while mentoring engineers and advancing the organization’s engineering excellence.

You’ll be part of a global, multi-site engineering organization known for delivering highly reliable, high-performance sensing solutions where precision, durability, and innovation are critical.

 

What You’ll Do:

As a Senior Staff Engineer, you will lead the design, development, testing, and certification of aerospace-grade sensing technologies, including:

  • Pressure sensors and MEMS-based sensing solutions
  • High-temperature thermocouples and RTDs
  • Speed sensors and cabling assemblies
  • Fuel, lube oil, hydraulic, and wastewater level and temperature sensors
  • Fuel gauging systems, flowmeters, and flow switches

You’ll combine deep technical expertise with strong leadership skills to deliver robust, certified products that meet stringent aerospace requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead end-to-end sensor design activities, from concept through production and certification

Mentor and coach early-career engineers, fostering technical growth and best practices

Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to develop and deploy new technologies

Create detailed 3D models and assemblies using SolidWorks, including material selection and manufacturing methods

Author and review technical documentation such as design reports, FMEAs, test procedures, and qualification reports

Perform structural, thermal, fatigue, and dimensional analyses using hand calculations and FEA

Support proposal and bid activities through technical specification review and feasibility assessments

Serve as a technical authority in design reviews, ensuring rigor, quality, and compliance

Drive continuous improvement of the Design Engineering Body of Knowledge (BOK)

What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
  • 15+ years of experience designing electromechanical sensing devices in a regulated industry (aerospace strongly preferred)
  • Proven experience with MEMS pressure sensor design, testing, and compensation
  • Experience designing for high-temperature, high-vibration, and harsh environments
  • Strong understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T
  • Familiarity with Design for Six Sigma tools and methodologies
  • Knowledge of aerospace standards and components (including awareness of DO-178 software considerations)
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks 2020 or newer; experience with PLM/PDM systems (e.g., ARAS Innovator)
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with customers and internal stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
  • U.S. Citizenship is required

 

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to info@indemand.ca.

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

 

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

PRINCIPAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER, NASHUA, NH, USA – #5742

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire a PRINCIPAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER in Nashua, NH.

This client is a leader in cutting-edge automation for high-growth markets including medical devices, life sciences, renewable energy, mobility, logistics, and heavy industry. They provide mission-critical R&D pre-validation that sets the stage for full-scale, high-precision automation systems.

They’re seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with deep experience designing industrial automation systems and tooling, plus strong command of mechanical principles, 3D modeling, and engineering documentation.

In this role, you’ll operate with full ownership—driving projects from concept through delivery, elevating engineering standards, and challenging your team to build world-class automated solutions.

 

What You’ll Do:

Lead and enforce mechanical engineering design standards

Concept, review, and refine designs for complex automated equipment

Run internal/external design reviews, customer buy-offs, and field root-cause analysis

Own program delivery—hitting milestones and ensuring “right-the-first-time” solutions

Oversee customer scope, ensuring all technical and contractual requirements are met

Manage and mentor a team of mechanical engineers

Track team progress against budgets, schedules, and project goals

Coordinate and document project activities, including Engineering Change Orders

Analyze as-built tools and develop design updates

Partner with customers to understand requirements and implement custom solutions

 

What We’re Looking For:

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Must have solid experience in design of Industrial Automation Systems and Tools
  • 15+ years of relevant experience; machine design strongly preferred
  • 5+ years of 3D modeling experience (SolidWorks required)
  • Ability to interpret technical procedures and present to customers and leadership
  • Strong problem-solving across diverse engineering challenges
  • Familiarity with machining tools, manufacturing, and assembly processes
  • Ability to read mechanical and electrical controls drawings
  • Excellent organization, communication, and multitasking skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must be US Citizen or have Green Card.

 

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

Innovative, meaningful work in high-impact industries with access to advanced automation labs and cutting-edge engineering challenges.

Strong, collaborative culture built on trust, transparency, and teamwork, where employees feel valued and connected.

Stable, growing company with 50+ years of expertise, diverse industry exposure, and solid benefits that support long-term career development.

 

Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to apply to info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

 

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

SENIOR TECHNICAL SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE, MORRISTOWN, TN, USA – #5735

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire a SENIOR TECHNICAL SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE for a client in Morristown, TN.  (Plastics & Polymers)

Are you a technical problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of innovation and customer success? Our client is seeking a Senior Technical Services Representative to act as a trusted advisor for leading companies in plastics manufacturing, polymer processing, and compounding.

In this high-impact role, you’ll become the go-to expert for major accounts—helping solve complex challenges, driving product breakthroughs, and representing the company on the global stage at conferences, trade shows, and technical forums.

This is more than a technical support role—it’s an opportunity to shape product innovation, strengthen key industry relationships, and establish yourself as a recognized thought leader in the polymer space.

 

What You’ll Do:

Serve as the frontline technical expert for customers, sales teams, and partners—delivering clear guidance on product capabilities and applications.

Troubleshoot plastics processing and compounding challenges at customer sites, offering innovative and practical solutions that deliver real results.

Lead investigations into customer concerns, conducting root-cause analysis and providing critical insights back to product development.

Represent the company at industry events—from technical seminars to global trade shows—through presentations, webinars, and publications.

Maintain clear and concise reporting, including call reports, project updates, and monthly activity summaries.

Mentor colleagues by sharing best practices in polymers, compounding, extrusion, and color concentrate technologies.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Polymer Science, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • Experience: 8+ years in polymer processing, plastics manufacturing, or technical services, with at least 3 years supporting major accounts or leading technical projects.
  • Expertise: Strong knowledge of plastics compounding, extrusion, injection molding, and processing technologies.
  • Skills: Exceptional communicator and problem-solver, with the ability to simplify complex technical details for any audience.
  • Bonus Points: Experience with CRM systems and a history of industry leadership (published papers, conference presentations, or technical contributions).
  • A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of S. permanent residency (green card) process.

 

Why Is This a Great Opportunity?

  Step into a visible leadership role where your expertise directly influences customers, innovation, and company growth.

  Collaborate with a highly skilled technical team in a dynamic and supportive environment.

  Gain industry recognition through conference participation, technical presentations, and networking opportunities.

 

Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to apply to info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

 

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT, EDMONTON, AB, CANADA – #5759

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire an EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT to the President for our Central Edmonton, Alberta based client.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Our client is seeking a highly organized, professional, and proactive Executive Assistant to support the President. This role requires exceptional communication skills, strong judgment, and the ability to manage complex schedules, priorities, and confidential information.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the President’s calendar, meetings, priorities, and communications.
  • Prepare agendas, minutes, reports, correspondence, and confidential documents.
  • Handle information requests, organize files, track deadlines, and maintain efficient office systems.
  • Screen and respond to emails; gather information and conduct research as needed.
  • Coordinate meetings, events, and special projects.
  • Work independently, exercise discretion, and represent the President professionally.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders.
  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
  • Professional, mature, and able to work with a variety of personality types.
  • Experience in residential construction or rental real estate is an asset.
  • Expert-level proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
  • Proactive, resourceful, able to multitask, and comfortable working under pressure.
  • Strong written and verbal communication; high integrity with confidential information.
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to meet deadlines with urgency and accuracy.

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to Stefanie Howse – info@indemand.ca.

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

 

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

 

 

 

 

RELIABILITY SPECIALIST, MORRISTOWN, TN, USA – #5757

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is recruiting a RELIABILITY SPECIALIST for a client in Morristown, TN.

We are seeking an experienced Reliability Specialist to develop and lead the reliability program at this client’s Morristown, Tennessee facility. This role is essential to ensuring the reliability, maintainability, and performance of plant equipment, processes, and systems. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and passionate about driving operational excellence.

*This is a 100% on-site role.

 

What You Will Do:

Lead and develop the facilities reliability program to support safe, efficient, and compliant operations

Partner with Maintenance, Production, and Engineering teams to ensure reliability and maintainability of new and modified equipment

Guide initiatives focused on reliability, maintainability, and failure elimination across:

Equipment and production processes

Utilities and facilities

Controls and safety systems

Define, design, implement, monitor, and continuously improve maintenance strategies, including:

Value-added preventive maintenance tasks

Predictive maintenance and non-destructive testing methodologies

Analyze repetitive equipment failures and develop sustainable solutions impacting:

Production capacity

Product quality

Operating costs

Regulatory and safety compliance

Provide technical support to maintenance and production personnel during routine and urgent equipment issues

Develop and implement training programs to strengthen the Maintenance team capabilities

 

What We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred)
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in a Reliability Engineering or Reliability Specialist role
  • Previous experience in a maintenance role (Manager, Supervisor, or Technician) strongly preferred
  • Strong planning and organizational skills
  • Proven ability to solve complex engineering and equipment-related problems
  • Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
  • Strong presentation, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Willingness and ability to work in the field alongside mechanics and operators, including responding to urgent critical equipment issues
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role. All candidates must be US Citizen or Green Card Holder.

 

Why This Is a Great Opportunity:

  • Opportunity to lead and shape reliability initiatives at a growing manufacturing facility
  • Hands-on role with direct impact on equipment performance and plant efficiency
  • Collaborative, team-oriented work environment

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to us at:  info@indemand.ca.

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

 

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

MAINTENANCE PLANNER, PRYOR, OK, USA – #5755

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IN DEMAND Recruitment is looking for a MAINTENANCE PLANNER for our Pryor, OK client.

Summary

We are seeking a Maintenance Planner for a growing paper packaging manufacturer in the Pryor, Oklahoma area. This role offers a strong opportunity to build, manage, and optimize detailed maintenance schedules across preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs, supporting equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate planned maintenance activities with production schedules to minimize downtime and operational disruption
  • Create, prioritize, and manage work orders within a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
  • Collaborate closely with maintenance technicians, engineers, and production teams to resolve equipment reliability issues
  • Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance services and repairs
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by implementing best practices and contributing to maintenance policies and procedures

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in maintenance planning within an industrial manufacturing environment
  • Experience using SAP as an ERP system is a strong asset
  • Highly organized with the ability to prioritize workloads while meeting budgetary and scheduling requirements
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Working knowledge of OSHA and applicable safety standards
  • Experience in the corrugated or paper packaging industry is a strong asset

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to info@indemand.ca.

 ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

 

 

TEXTILES/MATERIALS ENGINEER, TROY, MI, USA – #5752

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is confidentially seeking a TEXTILES/MATERIALS ENGINEER for our client in Troy, MI.

Are you passionate about how materials perform, interact, and ultimately shape the customer experience inside a vehicle? A global Tier-1 automotive organization is seeking a Textile / Materials Engineer to become a key technical authority for interior trim materials and lamination systems.

In this role, you’ll help define material strategies used across multiple vehicle platforms—working hands-on with cutting-edge textiles, polymers, and surface materials while collaborating with OEMs, suppliers, and internal engineering teams worldwide.

*This is a 100% on-site role.

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Build, maintain, and evolve a comprehensive materials benchmarking and performance database for automotive interior trim materials

Evaluate and recommend materials such as leather, fabric, vinyl, urethane, carpet, and composite laminates based on customer and program requirements

Partner directly with OEM engineering teams to support construction drawing approvals and material selections

Lead material validation efforts for new suppliers, new technologies, and cost-reduction initiatives

Support the development and release of material specifications and standards

Participate in product testing, manufacturing reviews, and development trials

Lead or support root cause investigations related to material failures, warranty concerns, and field issues

Establish best practices and drive standardization for material selection and lamination processes

Provide technical input during program quoting and feasibility assessments

Collaborate closely with manufacturing, purchasing, supplier quality, and product engineering teams

Collect, analyze, and present data for internal reviews and customer-facing discussions

Facilitate cross-functional technical reviews and problem-solving sessions

 

What We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in materials engineering, textile engineering, or process engineering
  • Hands-on experience with vinyl, synthetic, and non-synthetic materials
  • Background in automotive interiors or Tier-1 manufacturing environments strongly preferred
  • Strong analytical mindset with proven problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to translate complex material behavior into clear technical recommendations
  • Excellent communication skills and confidence working directly with OEM customers
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently while thriving in cross-functional engineering teams
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and material testing/documentation tools
  • Willingness to travel up to 20%
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role. All candidates must be US Citizen or Green Card Holder.

 

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to us at:  info@indemand.ca.

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

 

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

PROPERTY MANAGER, EDMONTON, AB, CANADA – #5751

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently recruiting for a PROPERTY MANAGER for our Edmonton, AB client. 

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently recruiting for a Property Manager on behalf of our Edmonton-based client. This individual will oversee a 250-unit residential portfolio and play a critical role in enhancing tenant satisfaction, improving tenant quality, and reducing vacancy.

The successful candidate is a proactive, tenant-focused professional with deep knowledge of Alberta’s rental legislation and strong operational oversight. They will work closely with a supportive internal team—including bookkeeping, finance, and maintenance—to ensure the property runs efficiently while driving continual improvement across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities: 

Operations & Tenant Relations 

Lead all day-to-day operations for the 250-unit portfolio, ensuring a positive tenant experience and responsive service.

Serve as the primary tenant contact, managing communications, conflict resolution, escalations, and community engagement.

Apply strong working knowledge of the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act and RTDRS eviction/arrears procedures to enforce leases and maintain compliance.

Conduct inspections, move-ins, move-outs, and ensure timely follow-up on maintenance or tenant issues.

Collaborate with bookkeeping, finance, and maintenance teams to streamline workflows and elevate tenant service. 

Leasing, Marketing & Vacancy Reduction

Drive occupancy performance with strong leasing, retention strategies, and proactive marketing of available units.

Oversee all leasing activities: applications, screenings, approvals, and lease execution.

Strategically work to improve the tenant profile over time while maintaining strong occupancy and minimizing turnover.

Monitor competitor activity, rental market conditions, and pricing to ensure units remain competitive.

Maintain strong advertising presence and brand consistency across listing platforms.

Financial Management & Arrears Control 

Prepare and manage operating budgets; provide monthly financial reporting and analysis.

Monitor rent collection, track arrears, and escalate non-payment using RTDRS procedures when required.

Review and approve invoices, vendor payments, and expense items.

Collaborate closely with the finance team to support rent roll accuracy, NOI targets, and cost controls.

Maintenance & Vendor Coordination 

Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for buildings, suites, and common areas.

Coordinate work orders, schedule contractors, and support maintenance staff as required.

Ensure safety, code compliance, and timely response to maintenance issues.

Assist in developing capital plans and long-term maintenance programs.

Compliance & Reporting

Maintain full compliance with the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act, safety regulations, and internal policies.

Ensure accurate and organized records: leases, tenant communications, inspections, maintenance logs, and financial documentation.

Provide ownership with ongoing updates, portfolio KPIs, risk flags, and operational recommendations.

Qualifications 

Minimum 3–5 years of residential property management experience, with responsibility for 150+ units preferred.

Strong expertise in the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act, RTDRS eviction procedures, and arrears management.

Experience working within a team structure (bookkeeping, finance, maintenance support).

Excellent tenant-relations skills with the ability to communicate diplomatically and professionally.

Proficiency in property management software; Buildium experience preferred.

Strong financial acumen with experience managing rent rolls, budgets, and monthly reporting.

Valid driver’s license; ability to travel between properties as required.

Key Competencies 

Tenant-centric mindset with excellent conflict-resolution skills

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

Strong financial, analytical, and reporting capabilities

Team-oriented, collaborative, and aligned with company values

Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate issues

Compensation 

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

Mileage reimbursement

Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to apply to Stefanie Howse – info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

HEAD OF MAINTENANCE, RELIABILITY AND ENGINEERING, PROCTOR, WV, USA – #5750

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting is currently looking for HEAD OF MAINTENANCE, RELIABILITY AND ENGINEERING for our West Virginia client.

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently supporting our client—a leader in the petrochemical and fine-chemicals sector—in their search for an accomplished Head of Maintenance, Reliability & Engineering. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for maximizing plant reliability, ensuring equipment safety, and driving world-class maintenance and engineering performance across a modern, highly sophisticated production facility.

This individual will lead a multidisciplinary team of maintenance and reliability professionals, overseeing preventive and predictive programs, championing equipment reliability, and providing technical expertise across turbines, compressors, centrifuges, high-pressure steam systems, DCS controls, electrical assets, and other advanced technologies supplied by global OEMs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Team Development

· Lead, mentor, and develop a team of maintenance, reliability, and technical personnel; provide hands-on guidance, training, feedback, and succession planning.

· Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Maintenance & Reliability Strategy

· Develop and execute maintenance and reliability strategies aligned with plant objectives and industry best practices.

· Drive initiatives to enhance asset reliability, minimize downtime, and extend equipment lifecycle.

· Serve as the plant’s Equipment Reliability Champion, providing expert support on equipment selection, troubleshooting, optimization, and major improvement projects.

Operational Excellence

· Partner with Engineering, Production, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to streamline workflows, resolve technical issues, and improve operational KPIs.

· Lead root-cause analyses and corrective-action implementation for equipment failures and performance gaps.

· Establish and monitor KPIs for equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and workforce effectiveness.

Maintenance Execution

· Oversee preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance activities.

· Plan and schedule maintenance to optimize labor, minimize interruptions, and maximize uptime.

· Manage spare-parts inventory, implementing controls to optimize stock levels, reduce carry costs, and improve readiness.

Compliance & Documentation

· Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including Process Safety Management (PSM).

· Maintain accurate and complete records of inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, and compliance reporting.

Budget & Continuous Improvement

· Develop and manage the maintenance budget; forecast expenditures, control costs, and identify opportunities for cost and efficiency optimization.

· Lead continuous-improvement initiatives such as RCM, TPM, Lean, and reliability-focused methodologies.

Engineering & Capital Projects

· Support engineering and construction programs for debottlenecking, expansions, and upgrades.

· Collaborate with project and construction teams on future phases of facility growth.

· Participate in technical training and development of apprentices, trainees, and operations personnel.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, preferred. Equivalent experience will also be considered.

· 15+ years of progressive maintenance and reliability experience within petrochemical or chemical manufacturing environments.

· Strong leadership experience managing diverse technical teams; proven ability to motivate, coach, and influence.

· Extensive hands-on expertise with industrial equipment, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis.

· Deep knowledge of modern maintenance methodologies (preventive, predictive, RCM, TPM) and equipment reliability practices.

· Proficiency in maintenance management systems and digital reliability tools.

· Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a collaborative mindset.

· Comprehensive understanding of PSM, HSE regulations, and plant-safety compliance.

· Ability to work in plant/field environments, including exposure to chemicals, heat/cold, and operating machinery.

· Willingness to work on-call or outside normal hours as required.

 

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume to info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED

 

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.