Environmental Services Manager

Sienna Senior Living; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & Dental benefits program

Learning and growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Sienna Senior Living is seeking an Environmental Services Manager for the Okanagan Chateau Retirement Residence in Kelowna, BC. This temporary full-time role runs for six months with weekend and holiday coverage required.

Lead and coach a team across housekeeping, laundry and maintenance, while managing budgets and ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Two years of supervisory/managerial experience in environmental services, housekeeping, laundry or maintenance.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and guide with empathy and accountability.
• Must have Fire Safety planning training for owners/operators per provincial regulations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage budgets and multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the environmental services of the retirement home.
• Plan, coordinate, direct and monitor activities in housekeeping, laundry and maintenance.
• Hire, onboard, train, schedule and coach team members to uphold standards.
• Manage departmental budgets and staffing resources.
• Maintain the building and equipment to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Oversee grounds upkeep and waste management program.
• Ensure timely laundering of linen and residents' clothing.
• Assist in fire safety program implementation.
• Support quality initiatives and report feedback to General Manager.
• Oversee routine and preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Budget management

Fire safety training

Reading blueprints

People skills

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary diploma

Job description

Environmental Services Manager
Okanagan Chateau Retirement Residence - 2100 Benvoulin Ct, Kelowna, BC V1W 3A4
Salary: $49,117 - $61,397
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

This is a Temporary Full-Time position for six (6) months. Weekend and Holiday coverage is required.

At Sienna Senior Living, our commitment to enhancing the daily lives of our residents extends far beyond clinical care. Integral to this mission are our dedicated leaders and their teams who oversee vital functions such as culinary services, housekeeping, recreation, and maintenance. These roles are not just jobs; they embody the heart and soul of our purpose‑drive culture, one that is centered on cultivating happiness in daily life!

We are currently seeking exceptional individuals to fill a key management position, a role that is pivotal in bringing our core values of positivity, accountability, community, and caring to life. In this capacity, the Environmental Services Manager plays a crucial role. Through leadership excellence, the successful candidate will not only manage their department's budget but also ensure that their team delivers exemplary service. This role is responsible for creating an enriching experience for both Team Members and Residents, fostering an environment where every individual feels valued and cared for. In this role, you will oversee operations and craft an atmosphere where joy and well-being flourish.

What We Offer:

We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. We offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• A competitive salary
• Health & Dental benefits program
• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What You Will be Doing:

• Oversee the environmental services of the retirement home
• Plan, coordinate, direct and monitor the effectiveness of all activities within the housekeeping, laundry and maintenance departments
• Hire, onboard, orient, train, schedule, supervise, and offer feedback/coaching to team members in the environmental service department to uphold Aspira standards
• Manage departmental budgets, ensuring availability of adequate resources and equipment through budget preparation, maintenance, and hiring of suitable staff as needed
• Ensure the building, including its equipment, furnishings, and fixtures, is maintained in a clean, sanitary, and well‑repaired condition
• Manage the upkeep of external grounds and supervise the waste management program for the home
• Ensure that linen and residents' personal clothing are laundered in a timely and efficient manner
• Assist in the implementation of the fire safety program for the home
• Manage the quality assurance program for housekeeping, maintenance, and laundry services. Support and engage in quality initiatives by offering input and suggestions for improvement, and reporting feedback to the General Manager
• Oversee and manage the routine and preventative maintenance program for the home

Who You Are:

• Hold a degree or diploma from a post‑secondary institution, with relevant background and experience in environmental services
• Successfully completed Fire Safety planning training for owners and operators as per provincial regulations
• Possess a background in the building trades, with the ability to read and interpret building prints/drawings considered advantageous
• Brings two years of supervisory and/or management experience, with a focus on housekeeping, laundry, or maintenance practices
• You have strong people skills that can guide, motivate and supervise a diverse team while also being able to delegate tasks effectively Can demonstrate patient, understanding, and able to connect with both residents and their families
• You are able to think quickly, adapt to changing situations, and resolve issues efficiently
• Possess effective organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks, manage budgets and ensure the smooth operation of the department

What you need to know:

• Sienna Senior Living is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and residents feel like they belong. We seek applicants with diverse backgrounds and have a wide range of abilities. Sienna provides an accessible candidate experience
• You must successfully pass a Criminal Record Check

Sienna Senior Living may utilize artificial Intelligence to screen or assess applicants for this position.