Operations Manager

Full time
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Job Details

Employment Type

Full time

Salary

40.00 USD

Valid Through

Aug 28, 2025

Job Description

Are you ready to join a team recognized as a Platinum Certified Canada’s Best Managed Company and one of BC’s Top Employers? As part of Wesgroup Equipment, a trusted name in the industry, Westerra Equipment has been selling, renting, and servicing equipment across British Columbia, while also providing safety training to ensure effective machinery operation. We offer a wide range of equipment for industries like warehousing, milling, construction, drilling, and environmental processing.

Join our team of People-Focused Problem Solvers and build a career where your contributions truly make a difference!Reporting to the Vice President, Operations of Wesgroup Equipment, this position oversees and grows the operations of the Westerra Equipment branch in Abbotsford. You will also work closely with the local team to manage performance, advise and pitch-in to support high levels of customer experience and to generate profitable revenue growth in service, parts, rentals. Key Responsibilities:

Manage all aspects of business operations which includes service, parts and rentals (plus operator training if required)Develop highly engaged teams in each department through effective recruitment, training, scheduling, performance management and recognition activitiesActively promote and instill customer focus throughout all departments and branchesExcel the customer experience through high levels of adoption of the customer experience standards and proactive approach in all teamsProactively and enthusiastically engage customers in dialogue to understand needs, follow up on concerns and issues and to grow customer accounts in all areas of our businessUnderstand and effectively manage the business financials throughout the year to maintain and obtain profitability in all departmentsDrive team productivity to meet and or exceed monthly targets (revenue, absorption, etc.

)Promote and maintain a safe working environment, complying with all health and safety policies, procedures, and legislationOther duties as assignedTalent Management Responsibilities:

Ensure adherence to company Human Resources practices and procedures and fostering of positive ongoing relationships with all employeesIn conjunction and consultation with the HR department, ensure all necessary training and education is kept current, updated, and improvedIn consultation with the HR department, is responsible for the preparation and implementation of staff performance reviews, staff development, objective setting, and succession planningTrain, develop, mentor and coach junior team membersResponsible for maintaining efficient and productive staffing levelsEnsure the companies “ways of working” are modeled and adopted throughout their team; the incumbent will work with the company’s values to deliver a positive constructive work environmentResponsible for the safety of all their staffKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proven ability to build high performing teamsAbility to meet and exceed customer expectationsAbility to understand business financials and levers for improvementAbility to build relationships in person, via phone and alternate methods of communicationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly motivated, self-starter, enthusiastic and well organizedStrong problem-solving skills with a focus on improving processes through a collaborative approachA proactive autonomous individual able to set own high standards and succeedTraining, Education and Experience: Previous experience and success in delivering results as a service manager and or operations/branch managerPost-secondary education in a relevant fieldValues:

Build trust – with customers and each otherBe a team player – commit to working together to winBe customer-focused – “wow” customers so they become raving fansSupport community – care for our people, our community and our planetDeliver results – know what you need to do and get it doneWorking Conditions: The Operations Manager is based out of the Abbotsford office and works 40 hours on average per week Monday to Friday. Some travel to local branches and to the US may be required. Privacy Notice for Job Applicants:

By applying, you consent to share your name and email with our third-party assessment provider solely for assessment purposes, if required. We will manage your data confidentially and will not use it for any other purpose. If you have any concerns, please contact our HR department at careers@westerraequipment. com. Selection Process Notification: Due to the volume of applications, we will contact only the shortlisted candidates. Thank you for considering career opportunities with Westerra Equipment. Powered by JazzHRSYp7NOsvyt

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