Environmental Services Manager - Regular Full-Time (MGS ESM 1.00) Gibson Long Term Care Residence

AgeCare; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Ontario is seeking an Environmental Services Manager to oversee maintenance, laundry, and housekeeping services. The ideal candidate must have supervisory experience, knowledge of long-term care legislations, and a background in building trades. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while serving seniors with dignity and respect.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Experience in building trades.

Responsibilities

• Organize and co-ordinate environmental services in the facility.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance.
• Conduct in-service education sessions.

Skills

Supervision

Knowledge of Long-Term Care Act

Maintenance knowledge

Communication

Education

Post secondary education in building services supervision

Job description

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity

The Environmental Services Manager is responsible for the organization and co-ordination of ancillary environmental services in the facility including maintenance services (grounds, equipment, machinery), laundry services and housekeeping services.

What Is In It For You

• Coordinates the hiring and evaluates the orientation program for all new staff members.
• In collaboration with the Administrator, monitors and evaluates staff member performance and initiates disciplinary action, promotion or dismissal of staff members as required.
• Conducts in-service education sessions and departmental staff meetings.
• Completes work orders and communicates maintenance repair needs to corporate Project manager for final approval.
• Ensures all supplies are ordered through approved suppliers.
• Devises and implements work routines to meet the housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance requirements of the Long-Term Care residence.
• Establishes methods and procedures for a preventative maintenance schedule and for minor repairs including housekeeping, laundry, and kitchen equipment; plumbing, electrical and heating systems; as well as doors and windows.
• Ensures the requisition of materials and equipment, and the maintenance of supplies and inventory levels for environmental services.

What You Will Need

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Sound knowledge of the Long-Term Care Act, Nursing Home Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS and other pertinent Federal, Provincial and Municipal legislation that influences the operation of a Long-term care residence.
• Extensive knowledge of maintenance and experience in building trades.
• Post secondary education at the college or university level in an accredited course in building services supervision.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!