Facilities Manager

ALMAG Aluminum; London; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Facilities Manager responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of the physical infrastructure. The role involves collaborating with maintenance and production teams, managing compliance with regulations, and overseeing various facility improvements and projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in facility operations or management.
• Strong understanding of building systems including HVAC.
• Familiar with regulatory compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and improvement of facilities and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage contracts with service providers for facility operations.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Project management

Education

Post-secondary education in Facility Management, Engineering or related discipline

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The Facilities Manager will oversee the physical infrastructure and ensure our building systems are operating efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all regulations. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our Maintenance Manager and production leadership to support manufacturing operations by keeping the facility and its systems in top working order.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

• Post-secondary education in Facility Management, Engineering or a related discipline or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in facility operations, or plant / facilities management, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience working with contractors, vendors, and municipal inspectors
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) is an asset

Technical Skills / Competence

• Strong understanding of building systems including HVAC, lighting, energy management, and fire safety
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Working knowledge of regulatory and environmental compliance standards (OHSA, ESA, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, 24 / 7 production environment

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Facility Manager are detailed below, but not limited to the following :

• Ensure the upkeep, maintenance, and improvement of ALMAG’s facilities, grounds, and building infrastructure (HVAC, lighting, plumbing, safety systems, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, building codes, and applicable legislation
• Develop and implement facility policies, procedures, and best practices to support operational efficiency and reliability
• Work closely with the Maintenance Manager to coordinate shared resources, equipment access, and downtime scheduling
• Manage contracts and relationships with service providers (cleaning, landscaping, HVAC, fire safety, waste disposal, etc.)
• Respond to facility-related emergencies and incidents, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to operations
• Monitor facility-related budgets and expenditures; recommend improvements and cost-saving opportunities
• Manage snow removal, pest control, and seasonal exterior maintenance needs as part of groundskeeping oversight
• Schedule and manage facility inspections, certifications, and audits as required
• Maintain space planning and support office / department relocations or reconfigurations as needed
• Oversee janitorial and general housekeeping standards across the facility
• Lead facility improvement projects, renovations, and layout changes in collaboration with production and maintenance teams
• Track and manage records for facility assets, including warranty information, permits, and maintenance logs
• Ensure that facility-related emergency preparedness plans and evacuation procedures are in place and up to date