Specialist, Maintenance - Spare Parts

We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive.  You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us!

We are looking for a Maintenance Spare Parts Specialist who wants to CELLebrate in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment. As part of the ramp-up team at our new Canadian location, you will report to the Maintenance Manager. You will be responsible for the selection, procurement, management, and optimization of spare parts inventory to support maintenance and operational reliability. This role is responsible for ensuring that all necessary spare parts and materials are available for both planned and emergency maintenance activities. The goal is to minimize downtime and enhance equipment efficiency. Additionally, this position will facilitate smooth collaboration between central teams and local departments to establish a robust spare parts management process throughout all phases of our state-of-the-art electric vehicle battery manufacturing facility.

The Maintenance Spare Parts Specialist also coordinates resources across departments and ensures maintenance readiness from the pre-launch to the production phase, always focusing on optimizing schedules using equipment performance data, minimizing downtime through collaboration with production teams, maintaining comprehensive records of production and maintenance patterns, and contributing to global and local Lessons Learned (LL) networks to drive continuous improvement.

This position is full-time in office.

Spare Parts Strategy & Planning

• Define and standardize spare parts strategy aligned with maintenance and business goals

Inventory & Availability Management

• Maintain optimal stock levels and ensure parts availability for operations and production ramp-up

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Source parts, manage vendor relationships, and resolve supplier performance issues

Technical & Reliability Support

• Ensure part compatibility, support failure analysis, and improve equipment reliability

Systems, Compliance & Documentation

• Manage CMMS data, maintain accurate records, and ensure regulatory compliance

Operational & Project Support

• Support production readiness, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to project activities

Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization

• Drive efficiency, cost savings, and ongoing process improvements

•    Attractive Remuneration: The expected competitive compensation range for this position is  $69,870 - $104,810 CAD, which includes base pay and target amount of short term incentive plan.
•    In addition we offer competitive benefits: our program is flexible to allow you to make the selections and get the coverage you need.
•    Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.
•    Employee Assistance Plan: We offer an Employee Assistance Plan which can support you in mental health, physical wellness and overall wellbeing.
•    Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.
•    Opportunities for development.
•    Relocation Support.
•    Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Our compensation is determined based on a combination of factors including but not limited too relevant years of experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job description.

This posting is for a currently vacant role.

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.

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