Shop Foreman / Supervisor

Workshop Manager – Rivière-des-Prairies

Start date: As soon as possible

Do you want to run a workshop... for real? At Communauto, we not only manage the largest car-sharing service in North America: we contribute to a more sustainable, accessible mobility model, better adapted to urban life. Behind each vehicle, there are well-orchestrated operations, prioritized interventions, and teams that keep things moving daily.

We are looking for a Workshop Manager for our Rivière-des-Prairies facility: someone who enjoys fieldwork, coordination, and environments where quick decisions and operational progress are required.

The role in brief

You will be the floor leader. Specifically, you will:

• Organize and prioritize work based on urgency and the workshop’s actual capacity
• Analyze and assign work orders among mechanics
• Manage vehicle flow (movements, parking, jockeys, work sequences)
• Decide where and how interventions will be carried out (workshop, mobile unit, etc.)
• Ensure the quality of repairs and handle complex cases
• Supervise mechanics daily and provide clear feedback
• Contribute to a safe and structured work environment

Ultimately, you ensure that priorities are respected and that the garage performs.

Profile sought

• 5 to 8 years of experience in automotive mechanics
• Experience in workshop coordination, supervision, or similar role (foreman, team leader, technical advisor)
• Ability to organize, decide, and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment
• Natural leadership on the ground (comfortable reorienting, guiding, mobilizing)
• Strong technical judgment and sense of priorities
• Responsible approach to health and safety (SST) and ability to intervene on field practices
• Bilingual (French and English)

Assets

• Automotive mechanic diploma (DEP)
• Knowledge of electric vehicles

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full-time position (36 hours/week) over 4 days
• Day schedule: Monday to Thursday (7:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
• New building located in Rivière-des-Prairies, a few minutes from the A25 bridge
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, optical, travel insurance
• Collective retirement plan with employer contributions
• Personal leave bank
• Discounts on Communauto services and public transportation subscriptions
• Employee and family assistance program
• Telemedicine access

Why join us?

• You take on a tangible field role, at the heart of operations, without managing clients or sales pressure
• Focus on what you do best: organizing work, supporting your team, and driving progress
• Collaboration with internal partners and suppliers to ensure smooth operations
• Modern, well-equipped workshop, everything provided (tools, PPE); opportunity to structure practices and develop the team
• Collaborative environment focused on efficiency, work quality, and accountability
• Your judgment and on-the-ground leadership make a real difference daily

Location and conditions

• Location: Rivière-des-Prairies
• New, operational, and focused on continuous improvement setting

Operational tasks (excerpt)

• Supervise diagnosis and repair of systems and ensure deadlines are met
• Track work progress and ensure opening/closing of work orders
• Distribute tasks and supervise the department

Desired experience (summary)

• 5+ years as a Workshop Foreman / Supervisor
• 3 years as an Assistant Service Manager (or equivalent)

Apply

This position does not include work permit or immigration support. To apply, send your CV and cover letter to our HR team via the internal recruitment portal.

Eager to contribute to more sustainable mobility and lead a dynamic workshop? Join Communauto and make a difference every day.