Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2025 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The role

We are looking for a Plant Maintenance Systems Administrator to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The incumbent would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The PM Systems Administrator is responsible for the maintenance, support and enhancement of the business processes around the use of the SAP Plant Maintenance module, which is the NRC’s corporate computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Working in an organization with specialized facilities which include industrial, scientific and research equipment and systems, the incumbent ensures the integrity and consistency of master data, maintenance system procedures and reporting in the SAP Plant Maintenance module (SAP-PM).

Reporting to the Regional Site Operations Manager, the PM Systems Administrator is responsible for reviewing, verifying and correcting entered data, creating and updating equipment information, providing guidance to users, and identifying maintenance activities associated to buildings and facilities that require maintenance processes and life-cycle data.

In regards to the SAP Plant Maintenance (SAP-PM) module, the successful candidate will be the focal point for the design and development of the business principles, the organizational hierarchy and the building equipment records, and coordinating the preventative maintenance program across all major sites in the administrative region of Western Canada, but occasionally on all the other NRC sites in Canada.

In addition, as NRC’s SAP-PM subject matter expert, the successful candidate will ensure that the data, equipment and standards are consistently maintained and contributes to best practices using their SAP-PM expertise and provides guidance to the continuous enhancement of related processes and procedures.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

College diploma in a mechanical program or a Red Seal trade certification in a field relevant to the position.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Significant* experience identifying and monitoring maintenance activities associated to industrial and/or research facilities.
• Significant* experience in the implementation, support and maintenance of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) in an industrial or research facility preferably SAP-PM.
• Experience in the administration and delivery of training and mentoring sessions.
  
  

The following experience criterion would be considered an asset:

• Experience using SAP Enterprise System’s controlling and procurement modules.
  
  

* Significant experience is defined as two (2) to six (6) years of experience.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language requirements

English

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

• Solid knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as SAP Plant Maintenance.
• Solid knowledge of HVAC equipment and system installed in buildings, sites and/or in research facilities.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical and electrical operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Excel and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.

Behavioural competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Technology Support

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Compensation

From $66,126 to $91,012 per annum.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2025, the NRC has been chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, the National Capital Region’s Top Employers and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• Overtime may sometimes be required.
• Occasional travel to other NRC locations may sometimes be required.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one-year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.