Equipment Reliability Specialist

Reporting to the Manager, Operations Facilities, the Equipment Reliability Specialist will play a vital role in ensuring the consistent performance, maintenance, and optimization of welding, cutting, and lifting equipment as well as other production equipment, and tools critical to the operational success of the manufacturing processes. Acting as a subject matter expert on the tools used across various departments in the yard; this position will monitor, troubleshoot, and implement preventive measures contributing to minimize tools and equipment downtime, improve efficiency, and enhance the overall reliability of the shipyard manufacturing processes. Also, it will work closely with the maintenance department and operations to support the implementation of innovative strategies aimed at enhancing the reliability of critical tools and equipment.

Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employee will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.

What you’ll do

• Supports the implementation and rollout of the reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs and strategies to improve the reliability and availability of equipment and assets.
• Conducts root cause analysis (RCA) to identify the underlying causes of equipment failures and develop solutions to prevent future failures.
• Participates in equipment maintenance and improvement projects, including the design and implementation of new equipment, modifications to existing equipment, and upgrades to existing systems.
• Recommends and implements preventive maintenance (PM) programs and procedures to reduce equipment downtime and improve equipment performance.
• Implements and maintains a comprehensive asset management system to track equipment performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborates with engineers and technicians to devise strategies for improving tool and equipment reliability based on analysis.
• Designs and executes training programs for maintenance and operations personnel to improve equipment reliability and maintenance effectiveness.
• Provides day-to-day guidance to operators and technicians on proper tool usage, maintenance protocols, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Conducts periodic audits of maintenance processes and procedures to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors equipment performance and maintenance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Regularly inspects tools and equipment to identify early signs of wear, damage, or degradation.
• Collects data on tool performance, breakdowns, and maintenance history to identify patterns and trends.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, and production staff, to identify tool-related challenges and propose solutions.
• Collaborates closely with the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) department to integrate ergonomic design principles into the development and selection of tools, ensuring a safer and more comfortable work environment.
• Generates regular reports to track tool and equipment reliability metrics and provide insights to management.
• Fosters a culture of cross-departmental teamwork, combining expertise in reliability engineering and maintenance to address root causes of tools and equipment breakdowns and drive continuous improvement.
• Stays updated on industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements related to tool reliability and maintenance.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or industrial), or a related field.
• 3 – 5 years of proven experience in maintenance reliability engineering role.
• 1 – 3 years of experience with root cause analysis (RCA) techniques and methodologies.
• 3 – 5 years of experience in the design and implementation of new equipment, modification to existing equipment, and upgrades to existing systems.
• Strong knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and preventive maintenance (PM) principles and practices.
• Thorough understanding of FMEA, and associated criticality analysis used in FMECA.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in documentation and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Experience with asset management systems and maintenance data analysis tools.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s license.

Why you’ll love working here

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.
• We also provide a best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including such things as full health care (e.g. unlimited physiotherapy), dental, vision, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, Personal Spending Account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Free on-site gym.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

The estimated salary for this position is $94,000-$112,800. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

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