Site Utility Manager & PowerHouse Chief Engineer

Description

Vacancy Status

Yes - This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (Backfill)

AI Disclosure

As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role

Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Oshawa Assembly on a full-time basis.

Position Summary

The Site Utility Manager & PowerHouse Chief Engineer is accountable for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of the Oshawa Campus utilities and First Class Power Plant , in full compliance with TSSA and GM requirements. This role owns 24/7 operations for powerhouse and site utilities (steam, compressed air, electricity interface, natural gas, water, wastewater, chilled water, etc.), leads a unionized and highly skilled team of Stationary Engineers and Operators, and manages utility budgets, assets, and energy performance for the campus. The Site Utility Manager is also responsible for the Central Utilities Complex and Waste Water Treatment Plant operations, which are managed via third party contracts.

The position is a key member of the Oshawa Facilities Team , working closely with Environmental, Manufacturing, Unifor, and external utility/contract partners.

Key Responsibilities

1. Powerhouse & Utility Operations

• Lead day-to-day operation of the First Class Power Plant and all campus utility systems to meet production and facility needs for compressed air, steam, water, and related utilities .
• Maintain continuous coverage and technical support 24/7 , including on-call response for utility upsets and emergencies.
• Ensure operating practices, logbooks, and shift handovers meet TSSA and GM standards.
• Coordinate startup/shutdown and load management during maintenance, outages, and plant changes.

2. People Leadership & Union Partnership

• Plan and manage manpower scheduling for a 24/7 First Class plant , including vacation and absence coverage.
• Approve employees' daily attendance and time using Kronos (or successor timekeeping system).
• Lead, coach, and develop a unionized team of Stationary Engineers, Operators, and Maintenance staff (Ontario Union of Stationary Engineers).
• Partner with OUSE and Labour Relations leadership on:
  
  
  • Health & Safety issues and joint investigations.
  • Grievances and labour-management discussions.
• Conduct daily SOS (Start of Shift) meetings to align the team on safety, production, and maintenance priorities.

3. Safety, Regulatory & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with TSSA requirements, including:
  
  
  • Current First Class plant licensing.
  • Scheduling and completion of all inspections, tests, and renewals.
• Conduct required Safety Meetings and SOTs (Safety Observation Tours) ; drive closure of findings.
• Enforce Lockout/Tagout, confined space entry, hot work, and other critical safety procedures within utilities.
• Support Environmental and Facilities teams in meeting air, water, and wastewater permit requirements for powerhouse and utility assets.
• Lead the utilities response for campus emergencies involving steam, natural gas, water, wastewater, or other utility systems.

4. Maintenance & Asset Management

• Own short- and long-term maintenance planning for powerhouse and utility assets, including risk analysis and prioritization.
• Ensure all work is planned, scheduled, and documented in Maximo 7.6 , including:

• Preventive and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Corrective work orders.
• Pre-Task Safety Plans (PTSPs) and job plans.

Maintain accurate asset records (equipment lists, specs, history) and support condition assessment and capital planning for utility infrastructure.

Coordinate and oversee third-party contractors and service providers performing work in the powerhouse and on utility systems, ensuring safety, quality, and cost expectations are met.

5. Budget, Energy & Performance Management

• Develop and manage the annual utilities operating budget (steam, natural gas, electricity interface, water/sewer, compressed air, etc.) for Oshawa.
• Monitor monthly usage and costs; identify variances and implement countermeasures to meet budget and performance targets.
• Prepare and deliver energy and utility performance reports for the Facility Engineering Manager and site leadership.
• Lead or support energy-efficiency and water-conservation initiatives, including project identification, justification, and post-implementation verification.

6. Projects, GMS & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support the development and execution of capital projects affecting utilities (capacity, reliability, compliance, and efficiency), including scope input, shutdown planning, and commissioning.
• Apply GMS (Global Manufacturing System) principles to powerhouse and utility operations (standardized work, problem solving, layered audits, KPIs).
• Interface with:
  
  
  • Facility Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations on new or modified loads and projects.
  • Corporate and external utility providers (e.g., local gas, electric, and water utilities) on billing, outages, and long-term plans.
  • Site Health & Safety, Environmental, and Security teams on cross-functional initiatives and emergency planning.
• Perform other duties as required to support the Oshawa Campus and GM business objectives.

Required Qualifications

• First Class Stationary Engineer certification recognized by TSSA Ontario .
• Significant experience in steam and compressed air plant operations within a First Class or equivalent industrial powerhouse environment.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, preferably leading unionized teams in a 24/7 operation.
• Proven maintenance planning experience using Maximo 7.6 (or equivalent CMMS).
• Strong computer skills, including:
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Maintenance planning and reporting tools.
• Solid knowledge of industrial health and safety requirements, with formal safety training and practical application in high-risk utility environments.
• Experience managing and coordinating third-party contractors and service providers .Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Post-secondary education in Mechanical, Electrical, or Power Engineering (or related discipline).
• Experience in energy management , utility budgeting, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Familiarity with GMS tools, structured problem solving, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Prior experience as a Site Utility Manager, Powerhouse Chief Engineer, or equivalent role in a large manufacturing facility.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $97,800.00 to $146,600.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Benefits:

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
• Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need gm immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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Client-provided location(s): Oshawa, Canada

Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202605820

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-03-16T23:57:36