Program Administrator (Preventative Maintenance)

Industrial Electric Manufacturing • Surrey, BC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

IEM is seeking a highly motivated and systems-driven Program Administrator for their preventative maintenance (PM) program in Surrey, B.C. This role will report to the Plant Facilities Manager and assist in transitioning from a reactive, ticket-based maintenance system to a structured, data-driven reliability program using their CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), MaintainX. With upcoming production ramp-up and new equipment, this position is critical for ensuring operational reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting long-term scalability across facilities. The Program Administrator will work closely with the Plant Facility Manager to drive plant performance and improve operational efficiency. This position requires 100% in-office presence in Surrey, B.C. and does not offer remote work.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in maintenance planning, reliability engineering, or industrial maintenance.
• Proven experience developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs.
• Solid understanding of industrial equipment, machinery, and maintenance best practices.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) platform preferred – MaintainX, a plus!

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and optimization of MaintainX, expanding its use from a ticketing tool into a comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance platform.
• Build and maintain accurate asset hierarchies, maintenance schedules, and job plans within the CMMS.
• Drive PM compliance and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such such as uptime, MTBF, and maintenance completion rates.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to identify equipment reliability issues and implement sustainable, long-term solutions.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring proper PM integration from day one.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, root causes, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Establish and manage spare parts planning and inventory strategies to minimize downtime risk.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and operational standards.
• The candidate will be expected to perform additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization.

Benefits

• A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
• Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees