Director, Regional Maintenance, Western Canada

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced leader to join our team as the Regional Director of Maintenance. In this role, you will have overall responsibility for managing maintenance operations across multiple retail store locations within the designated Western region. You will lead a team of Regional Maintenance Managers (RMMs), each accountable for the maintenance performance of their assigned sites. Your primary objective will be to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of all facilities, equipment, and systems, while driving continuous improvement and maintaining compliance with safety and operational standards. The position may be based in one of the following Western markets: Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, or Winnipeg

Role Requirements:

• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute a comprehensive maintenance strategy aligned with the company's objectives, goals, and industry best practices. Identify areas for improvement and implement innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
• Team Management: Lead a team of maintenance managers for the assigned region across multiple retail store locations. Provide guidance, coaching, and support to ensure the team's success in delivering high-quality maintenance services. Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Facility Maintenance: Oversee and coordinate all aspects of facility maintenance, including electrical systems, plumbing, lighting, roofing, parking lots, facades/structural, Landscaping. Implement and standardize maintenance programs to minimize downtime and optimize operational performance.
• Equipment Maintenance: Develop and implement maintenance programs for all equipment used in grocery and retail store operations, such as material handling, conveyor systems, cash registers, dock equipment, food service equipment, shelving/displays, racking. Ensure adherence to maintenance schedules and procedures to maximize equipment reliability and longevity.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, codes, and safety standards related to maintenance activities. Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential hazards or risks and take appropriate corrective actions to maintain a safe and secure environment for employees and customers.
• Subject Matter Expert: Act as a Subject Matter Expert and oversee SME categories assigned to their reports. SME includes maintaining National Asset Lists, Account Management, Responsible for ensuring SOW is updated, Liaison for Enterprise Purchasing Group (EPG) and to compile input from all RMM's to make educated decisions on vendor selection
• Budgeting and Cost Control: Manage the maintenance budget for the region. Monitor expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement strategies to optimize resource allocation while maintaining service quality and operational effectiveness.
• Capital Projects: Manage the overall CAPEX budget for the Western Portfolio. Identify project plan, tender to vendor and monitor project until completion
• Stakeholder Management: Proactively manage key internal partner relationships (Store Operations, Finance, Food Safety, Strategic Sourcing, etc.) by fostering trust, aligning expectations, and delivering results to drive continuous improvement in service and operational success.
• Vendor Management: Establish and maintain relationships with external service providers, contractors, and suppliers. Evaluate vendor performance, assist with negotiate contracts, and oversee the procurement of maintenance-related goods and services to ensure cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support Real Estate operations with initiatives, technical support, and project work as required.
• Participate in Store Operation business calls as required
• Cover for other Regional Directors and RMM’s as required
• Support the overall Maintenance team as required
• Other duties which may be assigned
  
  

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Trade/License or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 10 + years proven experience in maintenance management, preferably within the retail or grocery industry.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, equipment, and maintenance best practices.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills with a track record of effectively leading teams.
• Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis.
• In-depth understanding of regulatory compliance and safety standards.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with computerized workflow management systems (ie Officetrax) and other maintenance and finance related software.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexibility to travel within the assigned region as needed.
• Join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of our grocery store facilities. As the Regional Director of Maintenance, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's success while working in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Apply now to be a part of our team!
  
  

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. 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.

Please Note:

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

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