REEL Aluminium Inc. (a subsidiary of France’s REEL Group) is the largest Canadian supplier specialized in designing, building and installing industrial electromechanical for product handling systems within the aluminum industry. Our products are custom-designed to customers’ exacting specifications and requests.
REEL is an industrial group specializing in complex lifting and handling systems as well as integrated systems solutions. Its subsidiary REEL Aluminium Inc based in Burlington, Ontario, operates the recently acquired business of Outotec and now part of REEL’s Aluminum Division.
Within the Aluminium Division, REEL currently operates three businesses complementary REEL Aluminium Inc. through NKM Noell Special Cranes GmbH, REEL Alesa and REEL Möller GmbH, a former entity of FLSmidth.
All these entities are committed to innovation and continuous improvement, and have a strong track record, having served every major aluminium producers in the world.More specifically, REEL has been operating in the Aluminium business sector for the past 20 years with dedicated teams based, among other, in Zürich (Switzerland), Montréal (Canada), Burlington (Canada) Aix-en-Provence (France), Amsterdam (Netherlands), Köln (Germany) and Veitshoechheim (Germany).
REEL Aluminium Inc. is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Industrial Mechanical Service Technician (Millwright), to join our Burlington, Ontario team. In this role, you will travel internationally primarily across Asia to install, commission, troubleshoot, and occasionally supervise manufacturing large-scale equipment.
As a Service Technician reporting to the Director, Business Line Rod Shop you will collaborate with skilled tradespeople, supervisors, and clients to ensure top-tier performance of material handling systems. You’ll be expected to adapt to diverse cultural environments, respecting local laws and customs.
Key responsibilities
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Supervise, coordinate and schedule installation sequence of heavy duty machinery.
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Conduct daily site meetings, assign tasks, and ensure proper workforce deployment.
- Collaborate in team environments to commission and fine-tune.
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Develop detailed installation plans, work breakdown structures, and resource allocation strategies.
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Diagnose equipment faults, recommend corrective actions and implement repairs with engineering support.
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Modify the equipment according to the work requirements with engineering approval.
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Conduct preventive maintenance and generate detailed reports on work completed.
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Maintain strong client relationships by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns.
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Generate detailed reports outlining work performed, parts used, and any recommendations for future maintenance or upgrades.
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Conduct site surveys/audits, provision of recommendations to customer and preparation of reports
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Follow established work procedures and instructions as per ISO 9001 standard
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Follow established Health, Safety and Environmental regulations.
Qualifications
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Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) with Certificate of Qualification, valid in Ontario, Canada.
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Experience with installation and commissioning of heavy duty machinery equipment as used in the primary aluminum smelting or similar industries.
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Strong Rigging and lifting knowledge, (certificate asset)
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Experience with Hydraulics/Pneumatics required.
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Strong electromechanical troubleshooting skills required.
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Proficiency in reading Hydraulic and Mechanical Blueprints.
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Self-motivated, creative, and punctual with a keen attention to detail.
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Excellent customer service and communication skills.
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Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities.
- Ability to manage pressure, prioritization tasks, and adapt to daily challenges.
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Ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to continuous improvement processes.
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Flexibility to work in demanding site environments and travel as needed.
At REEL, we accept you as you are. We offer a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to citizenship, ethnicity, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
REEL Aluminium is located in Burlington, Ontario, and offers a competitive compensation ($30/h to $45/h according to experience) as well as a wide range of benefits (pension fund with employer contribution, full group insurance, personal leave days/sick days, etc.).
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