REGIONAL MANAGER, TERMINAL MAINTENANCE  

Engineering - Terminal Maintenance division 

Tsawwassen 

We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC. 

Every day, hundreds of sailings connect coastal communities, transport millions of passengers, and support the economy of British Columbia. Behind every reliable sailing is an experienced team that ensures our terminals, marine structures, and critical infrastructure are safe, maintained, and ready to operate. 

We're seeking an experienced Regional Manager, Terminal Maintenance to lead the maintenance, reliability, and performance of our terminal assets across a dynamic and diverse operating environment. 

This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven maintenance leader who combines technical expertise, strategic planning, and people leadership to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient operations. 

The Opportunity 

As Regional Manager, Terminal Maintenance, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the ongoing reliability and safety of BC Ferries' extensive portfolio of terminal facilities, marine structures, and shore-based infrastructure. From marine structures and bridges to electrical systems, hydraulics, buildings, utilities, and civil infrastructure, you'll oversee complex maintenance programs that directly impact the safe movement of people and goods throughout coastal British Columbia. 

The Role 

Reporting to the Director, Terminal Maintenance and supported by the Assistant Regional Manager Terminal Maintenance, you'll provide leadership for a multidisciplinary team of planners, supervisors, trades professionals, and support staff responsible for maintaining a wide range of terminal assets. 

You contribute value through key areas of oversight such as: 

Drive Safe and Reliable Terminal Maintenance Operations 

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of comprehensive preventative, predictive, and reliability-centred maintenance programs for terminal marine structures, shore facilities, buildings, utilities, and critical infrastructure.  

• Ensure terminal assets are maintained to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations across the region.  

• Develop practical technical solutions to complex maintenance challenges and recommend effective courses of action.  

• Respond to operational emergencies and provide leadership during critical maintenance events to minimize service disruptions including responding periodically to after-hours call outs  

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable legislation.  

Lead Maintenance Projects and Asset Management 

• Plan, prioritize, and oversee maintenance initiatives and minor capital projects from planning through successful completion.  

• Manage operating and capital maintenance budgets, ensuring effective forecasting, financial stewardship, and cost control.  

• Support long-term asset reliability through proactive maintenance planning and continuous improvement initiatives.  

• Balance operational priorities with strategic maintenance objectives to maximize asset performance and lifecycle value.  

Build and Lead High-Performing Teams 

• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of supervisors, planners, administrative staff, and skilled trades employees within a unionized environment.  

• Recruit, develop, and retain skilled maintenance professionals while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.  

• Provide coaching, mentorship, and leadership to supervisors, trades employees, planners, and administrative staff; 

• Foster a strong safety culture and positive labour relations within a unionized environment; 

• Assign, monitor, and evaluate work to ensure resources are effectively utilized and departmental objectives are achieved.  

• Provide performance management, coaching, and employee relations support, including administering the collective agreement and contributing to the collective bargaining process.  

Manage Contractors and Service Delivery 

• Oversee the procurement and delivery of contracted maintenance services in accordance with corporate procurement and supply chain policies.  

• Evaluate contractor proposals, negotiate service agreements, and monitor contractor performance to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual requirements.  

• Build and maintain productive working relationships with contractors, consultants, and external partners.  

Drive Maintenance Planning and Continuous Improvement 

• Leverage computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to plan, schedule, monitor, and optimize maintenance activities.  

• Develop and maintain accurate maintenance records, asset histories, and performance metrics to support data-driven decision-making.  

• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes, systems, and operational efficiencies through continuous improvement initiatives.  

Champion Safety, Compliance, and Risk Management 

• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring maintenance activities are completed in accordance with BC Ferries' safety standards and environmental requirements.  

• Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action planning to reduce operational risk.  

• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, including WorkSafeBC, and ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and training requirements.  

• Ensure employees and contractors maintain required certifications, qualifications, and safe work practices.  

What you bring to the team 

Education 

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering or a related discipline; or 

• Successful completion of a two-year community college diploma, technical institute certification, or equivalent (e.g. trades certification) 

• Registration with EGBC is considered an asset 

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Maintenance Management certifications are considered assets 

Professional Experience 

• Minimum 5 years of progressive maintenance experience in industrial, marine, infrastructure, facilities, utilities, transportation, or related environments 

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams in a unionized workplace 

• Experience overseeing maintenance programs, infrastructure projects, budgets, and contractors 

Knowledge & Competencies 

• Maintenance and asset management expertise across multiple disciplines 

• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship-building abilities  

• Proven project and budget management experience 

• Strong organizational and problem-solving capabilities 

• Experience using CMMS platforms, preferably Maximo 

What we offer 

This is a regular full-time position. While the target salary for the role is up to $156,800.00 per annum, consideration will be given to the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education, and performance related to this role. 

Taking care of our employees is a top priority for us, and to do that, we offer benefits that help you stay healthy in all ways. Some of our great benefits include: 

• Career development and learning opportunities 

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits 

• Defined benefit Public Service Pension Plan 

• Minimum four weeks’ vacation 

• Wellness programs and employee discounts 

• Compressed Monday to Thursday work week 

• Maternity leave top-up 

Join us!

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your cover letter and resume by August 13, 2026.

"We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC” 

At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering safe and reliable service along 1,600 km of coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication, expertise and hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service, inclusion and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact. Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes, you'll play an important role in connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving.   

We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.  

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.