Work Location: Wabush, NFLD
Salary: $125,000 to $130,000 per annum
Work Arrangement: Fixed on site – working on location each day
Schedule: 14/14

This is a FIFO role. Travel premium and accommodations provided.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily shop operations, scheduling, and coordination of tradespeople to meet operational requirements
• Assign work and allocate manpower to optimize productivity and turnaround time
• Provide leadership, guidance, and technical support to technicians and apprentices
• Ensure quality workmanship through in‑process and post‑repair inspections
• Enforce company policies, safety procedures, OHSE standards, and regulatory requirements
• Prepare and review work orders, service quotes, warranty documentation, and technical reports
• Support customer service efforts by resolving service issues and communicating repair solutions
• Coordinate work with lead hands, welders, subcontractors, and field service as required
• Train, coach, and evaluate employees while supporting skill development and rotation opportunities
• Assist with incident investigations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives

What You Bring

The successful candidate is a strong people leader with deep technical expertise who thrives in a fast‑paced, shop‑based environment. They combine hands‑on supervisory experience with a safety‑first mindset, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to developing others. Other requirements include:

• 2+ years’ supervisory experience in an industrial or heavy equipment environment
• Thorough working knowledge of Komatsu and other OEM equipment
• Strong understanding of OH&S legislation, safety management systems, and inspection requirements
• Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and manage shop resources effectively
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and capable of independent decision‑making

This position is classified as a Frontline Leader role in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise) and leadership competencies (people leadership, managing through change and uncertainty, and influence).

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks.

Pre-Employment

This position is safety sensitive. Candidates may be required to complete:

• Pre-employment medical questionnaire
• Drug and alcohol test
• 5-year commercial driver’s abstract

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

At SMS Equipment, the right partnership makes everything possible. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Join us and bring your expertise to an organization that values safety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect.

SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include competitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and RRSP matching.