IT Manager

Power up your impact. Location: Colborne, ON (On‑Site) Department: Information Technology At Cam Tran, we don't just manufacture distribution transformers — we power communities across Canada. Proudly Canadian company with over 35 years in the utility industry, we are the trusted partner for electrical utilities nationwide.

We're looking for a forward‑thinking IT Manager to lead and modernize our infrastructure across four manufacturing sites in North America. This role is key to maintaining operational excellence while preparing the business for future growth through secure, scalable technology. You’ll oversee a small but mighty IT team, championing a hybrid cloud environment and ensuring long‑term system availability, cybersecurity, and business continuity.

Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the IT support and infrastructure team, fostering a culture of service, accountability, and reliability. Design and maintain a hybrid infrastructure model that leverages cloud and on‑prem technologies for scalability, performance, and resiliency. Oversee the digital workplace environment, including device management, identity services, communication platforms, and cloud‑based collaboration tools.

Direct the deployment and ongoing support of our ERP system to improve operational efficiency and data visibility. Manage endpoint and cloud security with an emphasis on MDR (Managed Detection and Response) tools and protocols. Build and maintain a disaster recovery strategy using Azure Site Recovery or similar solutions to support business continuity.

Drive infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, and integration efforts across new and existing sites. Monitor and optimize the performance and availability of servers, storage systems, and network infrastructure. Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, compliance standards, and IT governance frameworks.

Partner with stakeholders across departments to identify technology‑driven opportunities for process improvement and automation. Oversee IT asset lifecycle management—from procurement through decommissioning. Maintain clear and up‑to‑date system documentation, support records, and change logs.

Requirements 10+ years of progressive IT experience with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role overseeing infrastructure and security. Hands‑on experience managing cloud‑based and hybrid IT infrastructures. Extensive experience in administering and securing enterprise productivity and collaboration platforms.

Exposure to ERP platforms (e.g., IndustiOS, Infor, Epicor) in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Practical knowledge of endpoint security solutions and managed detection and response (MDR) capabilities. Experience with datacenter replication, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity strategies.

Strong background in networking, virtualization (VMware/Hyper‑V), server, and endpoint management. Bachelor's Degree or College Diploma in IT, Computer Science, or related field required. Travel will be required.

Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and people management skills in a multi‑site, production‑oriented environment. Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills. Analytical mindset with a practical approach to problem‑solving and decision‑making.

Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long‑term planning and immediate support needs. Comfortable navigating a fast‑paced environment with evolving business priorities. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits.

RRSP matching program. Monthly profit‑sharing bonus. L.E.A.R.N. development program.

Clean, safety‑first workplace with ISO 9001:2015 registration. Growth‑oriented, values‑driven culture. Cam Tran welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr