Maintenance Supervisor

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities. 

Richardson Oilseed is one of Canada’s oldest and largest fully-integrated oilseed processing and packaging operations with three facilities across Canada. In addition to producing bulk canola oil and meal, our food products division produces a wide variety of canola-based margarines, oils, and shortenings for the industrial, retail and foodservice markets.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a work of possibility.  We currently have an opportunity for a Maintenance Supervisor at our Lethbridge, AB location. 

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily maintenance activities, set priorities, assign work, and coordinate with production and stakeholders

• Supervise, coach, and develop maintenance personnel and contractors while administering policies and collective agreements

• Plan and manage maintenance schedules, parts procurement, contractor work, and resource allocation

• Monitor budgets, approve purchases, and provide technical support to optimize operational performance

• Promote and enforce safe work practices, ensuring compliance with OH&S, GMP, HACCP, and regulatory requirements

• Lead safety activities including inspections, audits, meetings, and maintaining clean and safe work environments

• Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and ensure adherence to safety programs by employees and contractors

• Analyze equipment failures using root cause and reliability-centered maintenance methods; implement sustainable corrective actions

• Support troubleshooting, emergency repairs, shutdown execution, and equipment commissioning while driving process improvements

• Manage CMMS data, work orders, asset records, scheduling, and workforce time administration

• Track maintenance KPIs and ensure accurate reporting to support planning and performance improvement

Qualifications:

• Engineering diploma or Red Seal trade certification with relevant industrial maintenance experience

• 2–5 years of supervisory or leadership experience in maintenance or operations

• Strong knowledge of CMMS, maintenance planning, and reliability practices (RCA/RCM)

• Experience with budgeting, procurement, and contractor/vendor management

• Solid understanding of health, safety, and regulatory compliance requirements

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Richardson International provides a comprehensive compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan, and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by August 25, 2026.

Richardson values diversity in the workplace.  Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.