Product Support Manager
Terelion is a global company servicing the mining industry, operating in over 120 countries to provide premium drill bits, DTH and RPS, knowledge, and expertise to achieve customer goals. We offer an exciting and fast-paced work environment, attractive benefits, and competitive pay.
About the role
The Product Support Manager oversees all aspects of product and equipment support for mining operations, serving as the primary liaison between operations, maintenance teams, equipment manufacturers, and suppliers to ensure optimal equipment performance and customer satisfaction. This role drives continuous improvement initiatives, manages support contracts, analyzes equipment performance data, and leads a team focused on maximizing equipment uptime and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Lead the product support function for mining equipment and related technologies, including team leadership, mentoring, and technical support.
- Develop and execute support strategies that improve equipment reliability, availability, utilization, and overall fleet performance.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with operations, maintenance teams, OEMs, suppliers, and service providers.
- Analyze equipment, maintenance, and operational data to identify trends, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
- Coordinate warranty claims, technical escalations, component failures, equipment rebuilds, upgrades, and life-cycle management activities.
- Manage product support budgets, service agreements, maintenance contracts, and supplier performance expectations.
- Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements while preparing reports and recommendations for senior management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Heavy Equipment Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in mining, heavy equipment, construction, or industrial product support environments, including at least 3 years of leadership or management experience.
- Strong knowledge of surface and/or underground mining equipment, maintenance practices, OEM relationships, and heavy equipment manufacturers such as Caterpillar, Komatsu, Epiroc, Sandvik, or similar.
- Proficiency with equipment management systems, maintenance software, data analysis tools, and project management practices.
- Strong communication, relationship management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to mine sites as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional engineering designation or advanced technical certifications.
- Experience with reliability-centered maintenance, condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, fleet management systems, service contracts, and supplier relationship management.
Skills
- Leadership, team development, and safety leadership
- Customer focus, relationship management, and communication
- Strategic thinking, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
- Technical expertise, financial acumen, and data-driven decision making
Working Conditions
- Regular travel to mine sites and operational facilities.
- Work may involve exposure to outdoor environments, mining operations, and industrial settings.
- Must comply with all site-specific safety requirements, including personal protective equipment standards.
Benefits
- Comprehensive total compensation package including competitive benefits.
- Life, health, dental, and disability insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- 401(k)-retirement savings plan.
- Opportunities for professional competence development, training, and career advancement.