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Title posted on CareerBeacon - Shop Supervisor

Posted on May 09, 2026 by Employer details Midland Transport

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JOB DESCRIPTIONMidland Transport is looking for a motivated individual to work as a Maintenance Shop Supervisor, reporting to the Maintenance Manager for our Cambridge Garage. We are looking for someone who has the drive to go above and beyond the call of duty in providing Superior Quality Service for our customers. Selected candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a "Can Do" attitude.ShiftMonday - Friday, Flexible for occasional evenings or weekends may be required from time to timeBenefits To Joining Midland: A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision planRRSP matching programEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramsLife insurance and Disability benefitsHealth & wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programsMaternity leave top-up program Opportunities to take part in job related training and development as well as 24/7 access to online curated learningGrowth and progression opportunities within Midland Transport and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companiesRESPONSIBILITIESSetting day-to-day operational objectives for the team.Supervise the technicians work, ensuring productivity and quality of work being performed on all of fleet in accordance with company, provincial, and federal standards. Auditing fleet appearance and of external vendor repairs may be necessary at times.Organize overall shop work for technicians and assign tasks as required.Monitoring workflow and work orders.Accountable for unit downtime at shop and expediting repairs as required.Managing client relations both internally and externally.Performing mechanical work on vehicles or components if required.Reporting nonconforming situations as well as completing site Safety Assessments.Ensures adequate parts inventory is maintained at the garage and assists in locating specialized parts when required.Conduct weekly shop Daily Management meetings with technicians to review Safety, Shop KPI's and new policies/SOPs.Actively involved with the training and advancement of shop technician skills and certifications.Other projects and duties as assigned by the shop manager.QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Trade Certification or College Diploma Years of Experience: 4-7 years' experience in a mechanical or supervisory role are required.Language: Ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing Strong Leadership and interpersonal skillsProfessional, accommodating, enthusiastic, and supportive demeanorStrong organizational skills and detail orientedExcellent problem-solving skillsAbility to work under pressure in a fast-paced environmentFunctional/Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel & PowerPoint ABOUT USFounded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and 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.We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates s