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**Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ardea Technologies Inc.** **About Ardea Technologies** Ardea Technologies is a Canadian leader in the design and manufacturing of custom electrical panels, serving an international portfolio of clients across infrastructure, utilities, industrial, and commercial sectors. Based in a 40,000 sq. ft. facility in Ontario and supported by a team of approximately 80 employees, Ardea combines technical expertise with a commitment to quality and innovation. As the company enters a new chapter, we are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and people-focused CEO to reset the tone, mature the organization, and guide Ardea into its next phase of sustainable growth. **The Opportunity** This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of a company with strong fundamentals and significant growth potential. You will be charged with: * Refining the organizational structure * Reenergizing a dedicated team * Building a high-performance culture rooted in accountability, empowerment, and clarity The next CEO of Ardea will bring stability, maturity, and vision while remaining agile enough to roll up their sleeves when necessary. **Key Responsibilities** * **Strategic Leadership**: Develop and execute a clear, actionable business plan that positions Ardea for scalable growth, improved profitability, and enhanced global competitiveness. * **Organizational Clarity**: Lead the implementation of role clarity, decision rights, and accountability frameworks that strengthen internal cohesion and performance. * **Culture & Tone Reset**: Inspire and energize the team with a renewed sense of purpose and vision. Set the tone from the top with transparency, empathy, and decisiveness. * **Business Development**: Strengthen business development capabilities and expand key customer relationships, partnerships, and sales pipelines. * **Operational Excellence**: Oversee production, supply chain, and engineering functions to drive efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery. * **People & Talent**: Build and nurture a strong leadership team and workforce through mentoring, performance management, and a culture of continuous improvement. * **Financial Stewardship**: Ensure financial health through effective budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Partner with ownership on strategic investments and risk management. * **Customer Focus**: Maintain and elevate Ardeas reputation for quality, reliability, and service, ensuring alignment with evolving client needs and industry standards. **Qualifications & Experience** * Proven experience as a CEO, GM, or senior executive in a manufacturing or industrial company, preferably with exposure to electrical, panel-building, or systems integration sectors * Strong track record in organizational turnaround, culture transformation, and business development * Deep understanding of operational best practices in a manufacturing setting, including lean principles and quality systems * Demonstrated leadership ability with exceptional communication, influence, and team-building skills * Financial literacy and experience with P&L responsibility * Technical background in electrical, automation, or engineering fields is a strong asset * Experience working with mid-sized teams and navigating the balance between strategy and execution **Personal Attributes** * A steady, values-driven leader with integrity and high emotional intelligence * Visionary and strategic, yet grounded in operational realities * Empowers others while holding them accountable * Hands-on when necessary, without micromanaging * Clear communicator with a strong presence and ability to inspire trust **Why Join Ardea?** This is more than a leadership role its a chance to reshape the culture and direction of a capable company with untapped potential. If youre motivated by building high-performing organizations, aligning people with purpose, and delivering long-term value, wed love to hear from you. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $71,583.02-$225,555.72 per year Benefits: * Dental care * Disability insurance * Extended health care * Life insurance * Paid time off * Stock options * Vision care Flexible language requirement: * French not required Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person