2627-214 - Assistant Facilities Manager (CL3), Cumberland Campus

NSCC; Springhill; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

NSCC is seeking an Assistant Facilities Manager at Cumberland Campus in Springhill, Nova Scotia. The role reports to the Facilities Manager and oversees daily campus operations, maintenance, and security, ensuring compliance with post-secondary standards.

You will lead custodial teams, coordinate work, and ensure equipment is maintained and entered into Megamation. A strong background in facility management and safety practices is required, with a valid Nova Scotia driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of recent and related occupational experience in leading a team in a facilities maintenance or building operations setting.
• Facility management experience is an asset.
• Experience with construction of industrial facilities and commissioning is an asset.
• Proficient with MS Office and email; comfortable in a digital environment.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of Cumberland Campus building operations, maintenance of equipment, and campus grounds to meet health, safety, cleanliness and security standards.
• Manage and supervise unionized custodial staff and their work assignments.
• Provide leadership in the absence of the Facilities Manager.
• Ensure equipment maintenance is conducted per Megamation and OEM guidelines and entered into Megamation.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Team supervision

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Digital proficiency

Education

Trades Training or Building Services Technology

Red Sealed Trades Certification

3rd Class Power Engineer

Plumbing & Heating or Building Trade Certification

Building Environmental Systems Certificate

BOMA/IFMA/APPA accreditation

Tools

Megamation

Directline

MS Office Suite

Job description

Assistant Facilities Manager

Cumberland Campus

Springhill, Nova Scotia

Department of Facilities and Engineering

Continuing Full Time Position:

Commencing approximately December 1, 2026

Application deadline is 11:59PM, November 5, 2026

Competition No. 2627-214

Salary range: $76,058.94 to $89,481.11 annually

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is graduation from a recognized training program related to Trades Training or Building Services Technology in one or more of the following:
• Red Sealed Trades Certification
• Certified Engineering Technologist
• 3rd Class Power Engineer
• Certification Plumbing & Heating, Electrical or Building Related Trade
• Building Environmental Systems Certificate
• BMA/IFMA Accreditation
• Other industry-specific certifications from organizations such as the Building Owners & Managers Association (BOMA) or International Facilities Management Association (IFMA), and APPA (formerly known as the Association of Physical Plant Administrators).
• You have a minimum of 5 years of recent and related occupational experience in leading a team in a facilities maintenance or building operations setting
• Occupational experience that includes Facility Management would be considered an asset.
• Experience in construction of industrial facilities and associated commissioning would be as asset.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail.
• Demonstrated experience in Preventative Maintenance programs such as Megamation.
• Experience in change management.
• You possess knowledge and experience in Occupational Health & Safety Policy, Standards and Compliance
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology to create an exceptional student experience
• You have a valid Nova Scotia driver's license

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism.
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills that enable you to interact at all levels of an organization.
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and are able to create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction.
• You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in facility management, building operations, as well as start-up and commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems.
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to procurement and logistics.
• You have proven records and information management skills and abilities specifically related to the utilization of systems such as Directline/Megamation.
• You have strong project management and coordination skills specifically related to construction projects, building operations, custodial management and maintenance.
• You have demonstrated strength in supervising, managing, building, and leading a team.
• You are familiar working within and committed to complying with OHS policies and procedures.
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• You are a strong communicator and have a proven ability to follow instructions.
• You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence, life-long learning, and community involvement.
• You are able to perform all physical duties of the job as required for the operation and maintenance of the facilities and operation of small hand tools and shop equipment.

Responsibilities

What you will be doing…

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will provide support in overseeing the day-to-day operations of Cumberland Campus. Responsibilities include managing building operations, maintaining equipment and campus grounds, and ensuring health, safety, cleanliness, appearance, and physical security standards are met in alignment with public post-secondary institutional requirements.

You will also:

• Manage and supervise unionized custodial staff and their work assignments during the day-to-day and planned work activities.
• Provide leadership and oversight within the entire Facilities' team in the absence of the Facilities Manager.
• Ensure all related equipment and its maintenance are conducted as required at Cumberland Campus, in a timely and cost-effective manner, as directed by internal processes such as Megamation and in consultation with the Facilities Manager.
• Work with the Facilities Manager to ensure that all related equipment for Cumberland Campus is accurately entered into Megamation in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) guidelines.

Please note that this role may require occasional work outside regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, when required.

Additional Information

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR & Talent Consultant at [e-mail]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.