About Us Established in 1963, Strescon Limited has grown to become the largest precast, pre‑stressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada. Its primary market covers the Atlantic Provinces and the New England region of the United States. Strescon manufactures a wide range of both architectural and structural precast / prestressed concrete products including bridge girders, wall panels, complete parking garages, hollow‑core planking, piling and deck slabs. Strescon presently has two facilities: 70,000 sq. ft. in Saint John, New Brunswick and 50,000 sq. ft. in Bedford, Nova Scotia.In addition to our engineered precast facilities for custom components, Strescon also operates a 32,000‑sq. ft. facility in Saint John which manufactures standard concrete products for engineered drainage systems, such as pipe, manholes and catchbasins.Job Summary The Precast Maintenance & Reliability Engineer plays a critical role in maximizing equipment uptime, reliability, and lifecycle performance across manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for analyzing equipment performance, developing and optimizing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime and improve asset efficiency. Working closely with maintenance, production, and engineering teams, the engineer will ensure that maintenance strategies are proactive, data‑driven, and aligned with operational goals and safety standards.ResponsibilitiesLead the development and continuous improvement of preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtimeAnalyze equipment performance, failure trends, and maintenance data to identify root causes and implement long‑term corrective actionsDefine and monitor key maintenance KPIs (e.g., uptime, MTBF, MTTR, schedule compliance) to drive performance improvementsMaintain and enhance CMMS data integrity, including asset hierarchies, maintenance histories, and work order qualityDevelop standardized maintenance procedures, job plans, and asset care strategies in collaboration with maintenance teams and OEMsSupport and lead root‑cause analysis investigations (RCA) for critical equipment failures and implement sustainable corrective actionsCollaborate with operations to align maintenance planning with production requirements while minimizing disruptionProvide technical support for troubleshooting of complex mechanical and process‑related issuesAssist in the planning, design, and execution of capital and equipment upgrade projects with a focus on maintainability and lifecycle costWork with suppliers and OEMs to optimize spare parts strategies, maintenance intervals, and equipment performanceApply continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., TPM, RCM, Lean) to enhance maintenance effectiveness and asset reliabilityIdentify and implement opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and cost performance within maintenance operationsTechnical RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related disciplineStrong knowledge of industrial equipment, maintenance practices, and manufacturing environmentsDemonstrated understanding of maintenance and reliability methodologies (e.g., RCM, TPM, condition‑based monitoring)Experience working with CMMS platforms for planning, scheduling, and tracking maintenance activitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office 365; experience with BIM tools (e.g., Tekla Structures), simulation tools (e.g., Siemens Technomatics), and MRP systems is an assetAbility to interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, and OEM maintenance specificationsPrevious experience or co‑op placement in precast concrete or heavy manufacturing is considered an assetBusiness RequirementsStrong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills with a data‑driven approachExperience developing and managing KPIs related to maintenance and operational performanceStrong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing prioritiesComfortable working in a fast‑paced, production‑driven environmentCultural RequirementsAbility to work effectively with a unionized, hourly workforce in a plant environmentStrong communication and interpersonal skills across multiple disciplines and levels of the organizationCollaborative, team‑oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellenceBenefits As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon Limited offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax‑free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational bursaries to children of employees, health & wellness programming, celebratory events and employee sport team sponsorships.About OSCO The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever‑expanding number of construction‑related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.#J-18808-Ljbffr