BESTECH is an innovative multi-disciplinary engineering services firm with over 25 years of proven success across many engineering disciplines.

Operating at over 100 employees strong, we know that our value comes from our incredible team.

We pride ourselves on being a Partner of Choice, not just to our clients but to our community and our employees.

This means ensuring not only that we are a company that clients want to work with but that we are a company our team would continue to choose to work for.

As part of this promise, we are committed to prioritizing employees, maintaining open communications, and consistently improving and growing.

Whether you are entering the workforce and looking to learn from the best or moving towards the next phase of your career and eager to help usher in the newest generation of subject matter experts, BESTECH is the place for you.

Your Role as Manager, Automation Engineering Services

As the Manager of Automation Engineering Services, you will report directly to the President and play a pivotal role in leading and managing our automation services division. You will be the driving force behind the team's success, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and fostering a positive, growth-oriented culture. This is your chance to shape the future of the automation division within BESTECH and contribute to our broader community of professionals.

Your Key Accountabilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision of a high-performing and engaged automation team.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for the automation team, ensuring alignment with overall company goals and growth initiatives.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality automation solutions across a variety of projects, ensuring adherence to regulatory and client standards, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on business development, growth opportunities, and process improvements.
• Play a key role in the recruitment and retention of top talent, developing a culture of excellence, engagement, and diversity.
• Promote continuous learning and professional development within the team.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Mentor and coach team members to ensure professional growth and peak performance.
• Assist in the development and refinement of division-specific processes and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to optimize operational costs and report deviations to senior management.
• Oversee financial performance of projects, including budgeting, resource allocation, and profitability tracking.
• Perform design tasks when needed for projects.
• Travel to other office locations or client sites as required.
• Prioritize safety in all project undertakings.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electrical, Mechatronics or Computer Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in process control and automation in the mining sector, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role within the consulting industry.
• Proven track record of managing and growing teams, with a focus on mentorship, development, and retention.
• Strong business acumen with experience in strategic planning, business development, and operational leadership.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is considered an asset.

BESTECH is committed to providing employees with compensation that is market-aligned and based on previous experience. Through mentorship, training, and career development programs you will have an opportunity to enhance your skills and compensation. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% employer-paid benefits, RRSP Matching, Profit-Share, paid vacation, and wellness days.

We invite applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. BESTECH offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of our career posting, please contact Human Resources at (705) 675-7720 or [email protected]. All responses are appreciated and will be handled with strict confidence. Please be advised that only those applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted and candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.