Mechanical Shop Supervisor
Job Title: Mechanical Shop Supervisor / Fleet Manager
Location: Whitehorse, Yukon
About the Role:
At Cobalt Construction, we don’t just build roads — we build the North. Proudly based in Whitehorse and 100% locally owned, we take on some of the Yukon’s toughest construction projects with grit, teamwork, and experience.
Our mechanical shop is the backbone of our operations, keeping equipment field-ready across a variety of projects.
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Shop Supervisor / Fleet Manager to lead shop operations, oversee fleet maintenance, and provide hands-on support when needed. This is a leadership role that balances planning, diagnostics, and mentoring in a fast-paced northern construction environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and supervise a skilled team of mechanics and apprentices
- Liaise between job sites, managers, and shop personnel
- Assign, prioritize, and oversee repairs, maintenance, and emergency work
- Coordinate fleet maintenance schedules, preventive maintenance, and field support
- Diagnose complex mechanical issues and support technicians as needed
- Provide accurate cost and time estimates for service, repairs, and parts
- Maintain service records, fleet tracking systems, and inventory control
- Plan, implement, and track service strategies and continuous improvement initiatives
- Standardize, document, and improve shop and fleet management processes
- Ensure compliance with safety programs, training, and environmental standards
- Work closely with project teams to keep equipment operational and field-ready
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in heavy equipment maintenance with supervisory or service management responsibility
- Red Seal Certification (Heavy Equipment Technician or Automotive Technician) preferred, or equivalent experience
- Proven leadership experience in a shop or field-based environment
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across heavy trucks, trailers, light vehicles, and heavy equipment
- Experience with fleet management and maintenance software
- Knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
- Experience in cold weather / Arctic / Sub-Arctic operations
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence (Class 1 or 3 is a strong asset)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Work Schedule & Details:
- Full-time, year-round position
- Competitive wages and overtime opportunities
- Extended health benefits available for full-time staff
- Relocation assistance, accommodation, and vehicle provided (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
- Work in a tight-knit, experienced team on high-impact northern projects