Mechanic Supervisor

Job summary

The Mechanic Supervisor provides leadership and technical guidance to shop employees while monitoring repair schedules and shop budgets. They ensure that all maintenance activities adhere to established policies, safety regulations, and performance standards.

Job details

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Mechanic Supervisor Regular Position Open Vehicle Management Agency Tide Head Repair Facility Who we are The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has a broad mandate and is committed to maintaining and improving New Brunswick’s public infrastructure. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure’s mission is to contribute to New Brunswick’s economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings. The Vehicle Management Agency’s mission is to provide fleet management and vehicle maintenance services to Government, on an economical basis and according to established standards, to enable clients to deliver quality services to the public. What you will do Reporting to the Automotive Shop Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: * providing leadership, guidance, and support to employees, while ensuring effective teamwork and performance * assisting with diagnostics and repairs; providing technical advice; * may participate in shop recruitment activities; * directing and monitoring the repair of assets; * monitoring shop budget; * maintaining good public / client relations; * planning/controlling maintenance and repair schedules; * ensuring that policies and procedures, acts and regulations are adhered to. Work environment: * Office location: Tide Head. * Standard Monday – Friday, 40-hour work week, with variable hours, including evenings and weekends, when required. * We promote a scent-reduced environment. * Some travel within the region will be required. Who you are Key behavioural competencies: * Effective Interactive Communication * Organizational Commitment * Results Orientation * Team Leadership Technical competencies: * Knowledge of Health and Safety Procedures * Human Resources Management * Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications * Planning and Organizing Skills Essential Qualifications: * Possession of Journeyperson's Certificates in the Automotive Service Technician Trade (AST) or the Truck and Transport Trade (T&T) as issued by the Province of New Brunswick. * Minimum of five (5) years of recent experience in the mechanical trade. * Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience. * Experience using Microsoft Office Suite. * Valid Class 5 driver’s license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick. Please attach a copy of your certificates and driver’s license with your application. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability. * Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. * Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment. * Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your résumé. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers: * Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need. * Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training. * Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan. * Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services. SALARY: Mechanic Supervisor: $36.33 per hour, based on a 40- hour week. The successful candidate will receive an additional 5% to their hourly salary rate as a temporary adjustment for recruitment and retention. Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety. How to apply We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by November 18, 2026, indicating competition number (17806) 2026-D1V-03. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level. We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. As per the Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment. 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What you’ll do

The Mechanic Supervisor provides leadership and technical guidance to shop employees while monitoring repair schedules and shop budgets. They ensure that all maintenance activities adhere to established policies, safety regulations, and performance standards.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Journeyperson's Certificate in Automotive Service or Truck and Transport, along with at least five years of mechanical experience. A minimum of one year of supervisory experience and a valid Class 5 driver's license are also required.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Health and dental plan
• Life insurance
• Public service shared risk pension plan
• Employee and family assistance program

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Leadership
• Diagnostics
• Mechanical repair
• Budget monitoring
• Technical advice
• Fleet management
• Health and safety procedures
• Human resources management
• Microsoft office suite
• Planning and organizing
• Teamwork
• Public relations
• Automotive service
• Truck and transport maintenance
• Planning
• Management
• Team Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Economics
• Supervision
• Newsletters
• Results Orientation
• Valid Driver's License
• HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
• Automotive Services
• Human Resource Management
• Safety Procedures
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Sustainable Infrastructure
• Green Infrastructure
• Interactive Communications

Job areas

• Transportation
• Trades
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Engineering
• Mechanic Supervisor
• Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
• Mechanical Engineering Technicians
• First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

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