Environmental Services Manager - Long Term Care

S&R Nursing Homes; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-oriented healthcare provider in Lambton County, Sarnia, is seeking an Environmental Services Manager to lead facilities management operations. The role emphasizes creating a safe and welcoming environment for Residents, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare legislation. Candidates should have managerial experience in a healthcare setting and knowledge of maintenance practices. The company offers various benefits including flexibility in scheduling and opportunities for internal promotions and educational support.

Benefits

Flexibility in shift scheduling

Extended Health benefits

Pension/RRSP matching

Company Events and paid days off

Qualifications

• Experience managing people and budgets in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of the Fixing Long Term Care Act and other relevant legislation.
• Experience in maintenance-related work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of building systems critical for Resident health.
• Plan and implement work routines for housekeeping and maintenance.
• Coordinate hiring and orientation of new Team Members.

Skills

Managerial experience in healthcare

Leadership

Knowledge of housekeeping and maintenance practices

Financial literacy

Education

Relevant Post-secondary degree or diploma

OH&S level I & II certification

Job description

Company Description

We are S&R Group and for over 60 years we have been building communities “where friendships flourish and life is enriched”. We are looking for people who, like us, believe the work we do has a positive impact on their community and that together we can continue supporting our Residents and their families.

Job Description

This is a facilities management position where it’s about creating a welcoming, safe environment where Residents feel comfortable and cared for. The Environmental Service Manager will organize and oversee staffing and required supplies to complete maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and other building operations in compliance with LTC legislation while ensuring a safe environment for Residents, visitors, and Team Members. All duties are performed in the best interest of the Residents and their families, in accordance with S&R’s Vision, Mission, and Values.

If you were working with us as an Environmental Services Manager, here are some of the things you would have done last week:

• Collaborated with leadership in the home such as the Administrator, other Department Leaders, and the Corporate Director of Environmental Services to identify and prioritize facilities management tasks
• Managed the daily operation of building systems critical for Resident health such as HVAC - heating, cooling, ventilation and air exchanges, temperature monitoring, plumbing systems, electrical systems, fire and life safety systems, and Building Automation / Management Systems (BAS/BMS)
• Performed routine repairs, servicing and inspections to keep equipment, furnishings, fixtures and grounds in excellent condition
• Communicated maintenance repair needs to the Corporate Director of Environmental Services
• Planned and implemented work routines to meet the housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance needs of the Home
• Participated in decision‑making related to Home operations, with a focus on Team Member and Resident health and safety
• Established and followed preventative maintenance schedules and completed minor repairs, including plumbing, electrical, heating systems, windows, and doors
• Used effective interpersonal skills to lead and support a diverse team
• Applied financial literacy skills to manage departmental budgets responsibly
• Referenced PIDAC and/or local Public Health guidance to inform cleaning best practices and respond to legislative or regulatory updates
• Coordinated the hiring and orientation of new Team Members, monitored performance, and led in‑service education sessions and departmental meetings
• Carried out selection, promotion, transfer, and termination activities in accordance with policies and procedures
• Supported the Maintenance Department by providing vacation coverage as a working manager
• Responded to maintenance call‑ins, including after‑hours or off‑hour issues within the Home
• Worked collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support Home operations
• Coordinated and led the Home‑wide Health and Safety Program

When you apply, if you have your credentials, we will try our best to reach out to you within the week (hopefully within a few days). When you’re eligible with us for benefits, you can expect a variety of them:

• Flexibility in shift scheduling to support your home life
• When eligible, you can enjoy full range of extended Health benefits
• Pension/RRSP matching
• And many Company Events like our annual recognition parties, team theme parties, lunches, outings, gift cards, and paid days off

We prioritize promoting from within and support our employees' educational needs because we care for the team we have put together. We come to our workplace each day understanding that we are entering our Residents' Home, and we are there to support them. While we don't take ourselves seriously, we take our jobs seriously and love to have fun with each other and the Residents!

Qualifications

To be hired into this role, you must have:

• Experience in a managerial position demonstrating leadership in a healthcare setting managing people, budgets, and legislative obligations
• Experience in of maintenance related work experience preferred
• Knowledge of evidence‑based practices related to housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance
• Knowledge of the Fixing Long Term Care Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, Ministry of Long‑Term Care, and other legislation or legislative bodies that influences the operation
• OH&S level I & II certification, management representative
• Preferred relevant Post‑secondary degree or diploma
• Preferred BES certification

Additional Information

While our Applicant Tracking System uses some AI‑enhanced tools, every decision throughout screening, assessing, and selecting candidates is made by real people on our team.

This posting is for a vacant position.