Electrical Maintenance Head

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The main objective of the Electrical Maintenance Head is to contribute to reach maximum availability / reliability of the electrical, instrumentation and automation equipment and installations in the plant, coordinating the development and implementation of the preventive and predictive maintenance program and execution of the appropriate corrective actions at the lowest optimum cost and in compliance with the OH&S regulations, following the maintenance guidelines of the Cement Industrial Framework (iCIF) and Maintenance Management System (MAC).

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Coordinate with the Mechanical and Preventive Maintenance Head and Supervisors to plan, schedule, and implement corrective and preventive maintenance actions for electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems to ensure the efficient operation and reliability of electrical, instrumentation, and automation equipment and installations.
• Collaborate with his team to develop and plan preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to ensure the long-term reliability of equipment and installations. Work closely with the Production, Process, Capex departments, and the Preventive and Mechanical Maintenance Heads/Coordinator to achieve optimal performance.
• Prepare weekly and daily maintenance plans (work orders) according to preventive maintenance plans or scheduled corrective maintenance actions.
• Coordinate and supervise execution of work order activities, failure data gathering (cause, symptom…), time confirmation (external and internal), and material withdrawal, BOM data collection and ensure the quality of the work execution.
• Manage execution of maintenance activities by third parties.
• Support the Maintenance Manager in the elaboration and control of the maintenance budget, ensuring planning and follow-up of costs.
• Communicate and enforce company regulations, goals, local permits, policies, and procedures, optimize internal processes within the team, supervise personnel to ensure ISO compliance, and ensure adherence to Cement Industry Framework (iCIF) and Maintenance Management System (MAC) standards while tracking monthly and weekly MAC targets (KPIs and SPIs).
• Monitor performance of electrical maintenance personnel (internal and external).
• Foster team development by providing guidance, motivation, and ensuring the growth of competencies and skills in line with technical innovations, plant requirements, and individual needs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: University Degree
Field of Study Preferred: Electrical Engineering
Required Work Experience: 5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience
Required Technical Skills: Experience applying FMEA techniques and knowledge of basic problem-solving tools

Additional Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of basic electrical maintenance tasks (motors, drives, power and control systems, instrumentation, automation systems)
• Previous people management experience
• Knowledge of cement production process
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Projects), Google Docs Editor (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive), SAP (PM, MM, PS, CATS), and TIS
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependants
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, will be required.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.