About

Equipped with diversified, modern, and highly efficient port facilities, the Port of Sept-Îles (PSI) is the leading mineral port in North America and the second-largest port in Canada in terms of shipping volume. A strategic driver of economic development in eastern Canada, PSI continues to grow around three key pillars: market diversification, the development of human capital, and a strong commitment to sustainable development and community relations. A pioneer in responsible practices, the Port has notably distinguished itself by establishing the first environmental monitoring observatory on the St. Lawrence River and by creating a research chair with Université Laval dedicated to coastal ecosystems and port activities.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Operations and Maintenance, the incumbent serves as a technical expert in electronics, automation, and industrial systems to optimize the performance, reliability, and availability of port equipment. He or she supports operations and maintenance teams, contributes to the continuous improvement of assets, and ensures the proper functioning of the Port’s electrical, IT, and automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a technical advisor to the operations and maintenance team (electronics, automation, communications, IT).
• Monitor the performance and optimization of port equipment (conveyors, ship loaders, PLCs, networks, servers, cameras, etc.).
• Analyze operational data and performance indicators of the equipment under supervision.
• Record ship loading operational data to generate statistics and perform reliability analysis.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, modernization, and asset replacement (long-term planning and five-year plan).
• Develop technical procedures, maintain documentation, and update systems.
• Participate in the planning and coordination of major maintenance while ensuring ongoing maintenance follow-up.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting (mechanical, electrical, automation) on-site and remotely (occasional on-call).
• Participate in managing parts inventories and the IT/electrical budget.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work in a team and communicate effective.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Initiative and innovation.
• Autonomy, rigor, and strong organizational skills.
• Service-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Flexibility and adaptability in an operational environment.

Required Qualifications

• College diploma (DEC) in Electrical Engineering or relevant technical training.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an industrial or similar environment.
• Knowledge of industrial programming.
• Knowledge of industrial networking (an asset).
• Experience in managing maintenance of industrial and mining facilities and using maintenance management software.

Working Conditions

• Permanent position, 37.5 hours per week.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Market-aligned defined contribution pension plan.
• Competitive vacation program.
• Summer schedule including half-days on Fridays.
• Competitive group insurance fully paid by the employer.
• Family leave.
• Ongoing training and professional development.

Start Date

To be discussed.

Applications

Interested candidates are invited to submit their résumé no later than March 16, 2026, to the following email address: rh-hr@portsi.com.