Fleet and Facilities Manager - Whistler, Canada - PWTransit

PWTransit

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Whistler, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Fleet and Facilities Manager

PWTransit Canada, a division of Calgary-based Pacific Western Transportation, is a full-service bus transportation company, with operations located in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario.

Our employees operate a variety of transit vehicles travelling almost 12 million kilometers annually.

Our commitment to safety and customer service excellence includes providing up-to-date vehicles, quality maintenance facilities, and the development of highly qualified personnel.

At PWTransit, our people are what makes the difference.

We currently have an opening for an experienced and dedicated industry professional to join the leadership team as Fleet and Facilities Manager for our Sea to Sky transit region based in Whistler.

Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Transportation Administration or Fleet/Facilities/Asset Management (or working towards). A combination of related training and experience may be considered.
Technical (Mechanical and/or Electrical areas) background/understanding is a must.
Several years of progressively responsible experience in transportation operations and /or fleet or assets management
Labor and employee relations experience
Experience managing budgets and overseeing shop/vehicle maintenance
Previous fleet and or facilities / infrastructure management experience
Extensive knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations, Transportation/Logistics Principles, Management and Human Resources
Experience in a unionized environment
Experience with job task planning and organizing
Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Software). Experience with AVL (Automatic Vehicle Locator) system is considered an asset
High level of accuracy and close attention to detail
Above average verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and people management skills, as well as great negotiation, organization, time management and planning abilities
Exceptional analytic problem solving and decisionmaking skills
Enhanced computer skills

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in planning, developing, managing, and evaluating the operations and budget
Direct the workforce to achieve maximum operational effectiveness & transit system efficiencies
Provide guidance, mentoring and support to Technicians / maintenance staff
Direct the activities of staff in relation to conventional and paratransit operations including tracking vehicle maintenance
Ensure awareness of PWTransit policy and procedures and monitor compliance
Plan, develop, and implement health and safety, and security programs and activities
Monitor operations to ensure that staff complies with policies & procedures, safety rules and government regulations
Negotiate and authorize contracts within authority limits, direct procurement activities related to transit operational needs
Direct and manage governance and regulatory compliance procedures related to transit activities
Forecast, document and report Key Performance Indicators to measure the effectiveness of the transit operations and develop strategies to correct problem areas
Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with employees and all stakeholders
Remain current with latest transportation technology systems and procedures
Negotiate with vendor representatives for services and preferential rates
Recommend or authorize capital expenditures for acquisition of new equipment or property to increase efficiency and services of transit operations