Reliability Coordinator​/Maintenance Planner

Reliability Coordinator/Maintenance Planner

Job Category :
Maintenance & Skilled Trades

Requisition Number : RELIA
016678

• Posted :
  February 24, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Williams Lake Lumber

Williams Lake, BC , CAN

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Williams Lake Lumber Division is currently recruiting for a Reliability Coordinator/Maintenance Planner.

As the Reliability Coordinator/Maintenance Planner, you will report to the Maintenance Superintendent and improve mill operation by investigating failures and proposing improvements, analyzing data and historical information to develop optimal maintenance strategies, and providing expertise to build Reliability programs.

• Plan maintenance activities for the sawmill and planner.
• Supervise maintenance activities in the sawmill
• Failure Investigation and Analysis:
• Review major failures of equipment or processes
• Identify recurring problems or trends
• Initiate and conduct root cause or other structured investigations
• Utilize findings to propose changes or projects
• Data Collection and Analysis:
• Collect and analyze data from mill systems to inform decision‑making
• Develop KPIs or metrics to track progress and identify new opportunities for improvement
• Support Maintenance and Engineering
  
  Activities:
• Prepare specifications, quality control and inspection plans for projects and installations
• Advise on equipment purchases
• Calculate the lifecycle cost of ownership
• Develop operational and maintenance procedures and guidelines
• Develop Reliability programs in areas such as PM, Lubrication, Vibration
• Develop and train other resources through knowledge sharing and proposing training plans
• Perform gap analysis on current procedures against best practices
• Additional
  
  Activities:
• Propose new projects or product trials
• Develop strategic plans to improve mill operations
• Maintain relationships with West Fraser peers, vendors, and training providers
• Stay current on state of the industry through training and participation in corporate‑lead initiatives
• Optimize maintenance and inventory practices
• Propose changes to internal maintenance and operational processes
• Manage small projects and supervise contractors

You have :

• Core Values:
• Aligned with West Fraser’s core values of Safety, Respect, Integrity, Competitiveness, Frugality, Humility, Teamwork, and Having Fun at work
• Communication
  
  Skills:
• Must be able to translate and communicate technical specifications, concepts or objectives to a variety of audiences
• Strong written communication skills are required for preparing reports and proposals
• Technical Expertise and
  
  Experience:
• Basic understanding of statistics
• Experience working in industrial or production facilities
• Ability to learn and understand MDF production processes and other facility systems
• Problem‑solving, troubleshooting and optimization skillset
• Education and Training:
• Completion of a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree from an accredited university
• Technologists with a Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology with relevant work experience will be considered
• Microsoft Office suite with high‑level proficiency in Excel
• Experience using Maximo or other computerized maintenance management systems

Already obtained or willing to work towards Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) designation, Professional Engineer (P.Eng), Project Managing Professional (PMP), or other applicable designations.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position is $90,500 - $107,500 may vary depending on location, education, and relevant experience.
• Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well‑being.

Your Workplace

Location:

Williams Lake is situated in the heart of the Cariboo region of British Columbia, approximately 545 km northeast of Vancouver. It is one of the largest cities in the Cariboo, offering a wealth of outdoor recreational activities, thanks…