Branch Manager

Position:
Branch Manager
Location:
Thunder Bay, ON
Type:
Full-Time, Permanent
Pay: $75,000-$80,000 annually

At
Battlefield Equipment Rentals
, we don’t just rent out top-tier construction equipment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a real impact in local communities every day. As part of the
Toromont Industries Ltd.family, we’re proud to be Canada’s leading construction equipment rental company and you can find our equipment powering projects on jobsites across Canada! If you want a career with purpose, a team that has your back, and a company that invests in your success.

As Branch Manager
, you will provide overall leadership to all branch employees and take full responsibility for operational performance, customer satisfaction, safety, service excellence, employee engagement, and financial results. This role requires a strong leader with deep operational insight, sound business judgment, and the ability to motivate teams to achieve shared goals.

• Follow all workplace safety protocols and environmentally sound practices, making sure everyone stays safe.
• Provide overall leadership and direction to branch staff across rentals, service, parts, drivers, and yard operations.
• Ensure adherence to all company and customer safety standards while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Analyze and present new business opportunities, implementing location strategies while managing resources to increase revenue and maximize profitability.
• Maintain a strong understanding of customers, competitors, and local market conditions.
• Ensure service and repair backlog is maintained within company standards.
• Hire, train, develop, and mentor team members across all branch functions.
• Conduct performance reviews, establish development plans, and hold employees accountable for performance and objectives.
• Drive in‑store merchandising initiatives including pricing, inventory control, and product placement.
• Ensure corporate policies, procedures, and applicable legislation are consistently followed.
• Maintain exceptional levels of customer service and provide resolution support when needed.
• Prepare, forecast, and review monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, including profit & loss statements, yearly budgets, monthly safety inspections, and monthly operating reviews.
• Monitor credit exposure, overdue accounts, and financial risk.
• Maintain accurate inventories while preventing and reducing slow‑moving or obsolete stock.
• Authorize expenditures, approve invoices, and manage petty cash.
• Ensure branch productivity, order fulfillment, and service operations are running efficiently.
• Oversee the on‑site Heat Division
  , including staff, inventory, and assets.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Immediate benefits; disability insurance after 3 months
• Company pension
• Extended health, dental, and vision care
• Life and disability insurance
• Safety shoe reimbursement and custom insoles
• Travel Insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Employee assistance program & counselling support

People-first culture: We believe in supporting each other, celebrating wins, and growing together.

Career growth: We promote from within and support your development every step of the way with training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance.

Team spirit: You’ll join a tight‑knit crew that works hard, has fun, and always has your back.

Stability & strength
:
As a trusted and proud Canadian company, we offer long‑term security and opportunity.

Purpose-driven work: You’ll help build the communities around you!

• Rental Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum 5 years of experience in the rental industry or a related field such as construction, home improvement or retail.
• Leadership: Proven experience leading,…