Maintenance Inspector

Job Description

The Maintenance Inspector plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and safety of major and critical equipment. Acting as the central point for equipment health management, the Maintenance Inspector gathers and analyzes inspection, maintenance, and performance data to determine the most effective maintenance strategies and interventions.

This role is ideal for a maintenance professional who enjoys combining technical expertise, data analysis, and leadership to improve equipment reliability and support operational success.

Responsibilities

• Assess equipment critically and identify risks that could impact production or reliability.
• Develop and maintain inspection routes for critical equipment.
• Analyze equipment condition, inspection findings, and maintenance data to recommend corrective actions.
• Lead and coordinate maintenance interventions to maximize equipment reliability and repair effectiveness.
• Review preventive and predictive maintenance programs and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Recommend major maintenance activities, equipment replacements, and sustaining capital projects.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support compliance with safety policies and provide input on equipment-related safety concerns.
  
  

Qualifications

• Trade certification, diploma, or degree in Industrial Electrical, Mechanical, Heavy Equipment, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.
• Experience in maintenance supervision, management, reliability, or asset management within an industrial environment.
• Experience working with multiple maintenance disciplines is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS); JD Edwards (E1) experience is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with maintenance, operations, and technical teams.
• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
  
  

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.