Equipment Repair Supervisor

Stephenville, NL, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 28, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 29, 2026

Original job description

Salary Information

HL17 - $61,416.00 - $79,840.73 per annum.

Duties And Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and supervise the maintenance and repair of the College's fleet, including heavy equipment, cranes, trucks, and light vehicles.
Provide leadership and oversight for daily operations of the maintenance garage.
Supervise and coordinate the work of trades employees engaged in equipment maintenance and repair.
Maintain a provincial fleet management and equipment list.
Monitor fleet condition and recommend equipment purchases, replacements, and disposals.
Advise senior management on fleet maintenance, equipment requirements, and asset management strategies.
Prepare reports to support maintenance operations, planning, and decision-making.
Promote and maintain a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Investigate, document, and report workplace safety incidents and injuries.
Monitor and control repair, inventory, and labour costs to ensure efficient operations.
Oversee the procurement of parts, materials, and equipment required for maintenance activities.
Support continuous improvement of maintenance practices, fleet performance, and service delivery.
Other related duties as required.

Screening Criteria

Certificate in a trades, transportation, equipment maintenance, mechanical, or related field (equivalencies will be considered).
Experience in the maintenance, repair, operation, or management of motorized equipment and/or fleet assets.
Experience leading, coordinating, supervising, or directing the work of others.
Experience planning, prioritizing, and coordinating maintenance activities, projects, work orders, part sourcing, or schedules.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge of equipment maintenance, including preventative and predictive maintenance practices.
Knowledge of the safety regulations related to the operations of heavy equipment maintenance and repairs.
Ability to motivate and lead others.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems.
Ability to manage time and tasks.
Ability to work independently.
Professionalism.

Conditions of Offer

When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
Valid Province of Newfoundland and Labrador Class 05 License.
Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

Travel to various campuses within NL to perform duties. This will require overnight stay, at times extending for a full working week duration.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant Information

This position is located at Bay St. George Campus.
Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF).
Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Sarah Gaudon, Selection Board Chair, by email at sarah.gaudon@cna.nl.ca .

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!

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Responsibilities

Plan and supervise maintenance and repairs for the College’s fleet, lead daily garage operations and trades employees, and manage fleet records, condition assessments, and equipment recommendations. Oversee safety, incident reporting, procurement, inventory, labour and repair costs, and continuous improvement of maintenance services.

Requirements

A certificate in a trade, transportation, equipment maintenance, mechanical, or related field is required, with equivalent education and experience considered. Candidates need experience with motorized equipment or fleet assets, leading others, and coordinating maintenance work, along with equipment-maintenance and safety knowledge, a valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 05 licence, and the ability to travel to campuses.

Skills

Equipment Maintenance
Preventive Maintenance
Predictive Maintenance
Fleet Management
Heavy Equipment Repair
Supervision
Team Leadership
Maintenance Planning
Work Order Coordination
Occupational Health and Safety
Incident Investigation
Cost Control
Inventory Management
Procurement
Problem-Solving
Decision-Making

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Hiring contact

Sarah Gaudon

Hiring contact email

sarah.gaudon@cna.nl.ca

Keywords

Fleet Management
Heavy Equipment
Cranes
Trucks
Light Vehicles
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Repair
Preventive Maintenance
Predictive Maintenance
Maintenance Garage
Asset Management
Fleet Condition Monitoring
Equipment Procurement
Parts Sourcing
Work Orders
Maintenance Scheduling
Occupational Health and Safety
Safety Regulations
Incident Investigation
Incident Reporting
Inventory Management
Labour Cost Control
Repair Cost Control
Trades Supervision
Continuous Improvement
Class 05 Driver's Licence
College of the North Atlantic
Higher Education

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