Director, Maintenance

Sunbury Transport is one of Atlantic Canada's largest transportation and logistics providers, operating a diverse fleet across North America. As our business continues to grow, we are investing in best-in-class maintenance operations, modern facilities, and industry-leading equipment to support our customers and employees.

We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Director, Maintenance to lead our fleet maintenance operations, facility management portfolio, and the continued development of our newly constructed Speedbay Maintenance Centre in Saint John, New Brunswick.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Director, Maintenance will be a key member of the Sunbury Leadership Team responsible for maximizing fleet reliability, optimizing asset utilization, overseeing capital investment programs, and ensuring our facilities support the long-term growth of the organization.

Salary range: $130,000 - $175,500

Responsibilities

Fleet Maintenance Leadership

• Lead the maintenance strategy for a fleet of approximately 1,500 pieces of equipment operating throughout North America.
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs that maximize equipment uptime, safety, and lifecycle value.
• Oversee maintenance budgets, cost control initiatives, vendor relationships, and procurement strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements governing fleet maintenance and commercial vehicle operations.
• Utilize data, technology, and predictive maintenance practices to improve reliability and performance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.

Speedbay Operations

• Provide strategic leadership for the newly established Speedbay Maintenance Centre.
• Ensure Speedbay operates as a best-in-class maintenance facility supporting both internal fleet needs and future business opportunities.
• Establish operational standards, performance metrics, and workforce plans that drive productivity and service excellence.
• Partner with operations, safety, and finance teams to maximize facility utilization and return on investment.

Facilities Management

• Develop and implement a comprehensive facilities strategy for Sunbury Transport's yards, maintenance facilities, offices, and supporting infrastructure.
• Oversee building maintenance, capital projects, renovations, environmental compliance, utilities, security, and contractor management.
• Ensure facilities are maintained to the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and employee experience.
• Identify opportunities to improve sustainability, energy efficiency, and asset performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, or a related discipline.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience within transportation, fleet maintenance, heavy equipment, industrial operations, or related industries.
• Experience managing large-scale maintenance operations, capital assets, and facility portfolios.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing significant operating and capital budgets.
• Demonstrated success leading teams through growth, change management, and operational transformation.
• Advanced knowledge of maintenance management systems, asset lifecycle management, and regulatory compliance requirements.

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.

Sunbury Transport is a premier transportation company, specializing in US and Canadian cross-border shipments as well as domestic Canadian shipments, offering logistics services and managing freight via truckload van, flatbed, bulk materials and container service. We draw on exceptional teams – in the office and on the road – to provide diverse and innovative trucking and logistics solutions.