Facilities Manager

Sonova Group; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in hearing solutions in Mississauga seeks a Facilities Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with safety standards. This role requires 3+ years of experience in facilities management, a proactive approach to health and safety, and excellent communication skills. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and diversity, offering a flexible hybrid work environment and a rich benefits plan.

Benefits

Rich benefits plan

Collaborative culture

Opportunities for continuous self-improvement

Flexible hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Must have previous work experience in facilities management and health safety.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Building Code.
• 3+ years of previous work experience in facilities management and health safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the facilities in Mississauga.
• Manage overall budget for facilities and capital plan.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and health and safety standards.
• Participate in environmental projects and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Excellent multi-tasking

Communication skills

Problem solving abilities

Professional working proficiency in English

Proficient in MS Office

Proactive and positive attitude towards negotiation

Education

Secondary or equivalent

Job description

At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change,

Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager

This position is responsible for overseeing and directing the day-to-day operations of the Mississauga facilities, Sonova Canada Inc and CHB warehouse services, amenities, maintenance and repair. In addition, the position is responsible for overseeing all Health and Safety processes and protocols and leading the environmental strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Manages overall budget for facilities and capital plan
• Maintains work projects list and ensures contractors and other personnel are assigned accordingly.
• Set priorities for preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work.
• Schedule custodial and maintenance vendors to meet work order demand and regular maintenance requirements.
• Engage with key stakeholders in space planning initiatives.
• Handle multiple projects and daily activities, meet deadlines, and develop plans on how to accomplish departmental goals.
• Vendor management including contract negotiation and selection.
• Procurement and management of office equipment.
• Negotiate & manage all building maintenance contracts, schedules & vendors.
• Coordinate and manage all aspects of office moves and relocations.
• Review facilities related expenditures to determine opportunities for cost savings.
• Ensure compliance of building codes, health and safety standards, etc.
• Responsible to submit purchase requisitions, approve vendor expenditures and recommends approval of financial transactions to process all invoices
• Responsible for parking space allocation and waste disposal in coordination with building management
• Participate in Environmental projects and work with vendors and landlord on key environmental initiatives such as local sourcing of renewable electricity, reducing water and energy consumption
• Tracking action plans related to environmental projects and participating in monthly regional meetings
• Is a member of the JHSC and ensures any health and safety training or policies are up to date.
• Ensure all Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and practices meet or exceed legal, corporate, and customer requirements
• Coordinate all investigative efforts relating to incidents, accidents, spills and other environmental issues ensuring timely and effective resolution of any and all issues arising from such situations in order to minimize the impact to the business and to employees; participate in DM meetings managing Sonova Safety Observation tickets.
• Foster and reinforce the mind-set of prevention and early intervention as it relates to HS
• Provide support in employee training and education in the areas of HS
• Provide knowledge and expertise to the business in order to resolve various HS related issues in order to minimize risk and optimize business opportunity
• Act as a company representative with the community at large and respond to residential, provincial & municipal inquiries/complaints as required (ie. MOL, Fire Department, Insurance)
• Any other task as assigned by Management

More about you:

• Education: secondary or equivalent
• Nice to have: Completed Supervisor Training Program

Must have previous work experience in facilities management and HS and demonstrate knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Building Code

• 3 + Previous work experience in facilities management and HS (Up-to-date in HS Certification)
• Nice to have: Previous work experience with hearing aid manufacturing or medical device manufacturer.
• Proactive and positive attitude towards negotiation and persuasion
• Excellent multi-tasking , communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make own judgement calls
• Good problem solving abilities
• Ability to recognize and suggest continuous process improvements
• Professional working proficiency in English
• Proficient in MS Office

Additional Requirements:

Full compliance with safety and ESD standards, cleanness in the workplace and other policies as described in the Employee Handbook and ISO Manual is mandatory.

This position requires critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including ability to spot issues in efficiency/productivity and suggest improvements. This position also requires strong knowledge of organizational workflow and ability to delegate by assigning responsibilities and formulating schedules.

Don't meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go allin and learn we'd love to hear from you!

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone, please contact Sonova HR.

What we offer:

• Exciting and challenging work environment
• Collaborative culture
• Opportunities for continuous self-improvement
• Opportunities for flexible hybrid model work environment
• A company that values diversity and inclusion
• Rich benefits plan including wellness benefit, paramedical (massage therapist, naturopath, etc.) and competitive compensation including variable component and employer match on pension contributions
• Mentorship program and career development plans

Sonova Canada is now a certified Great Place to Work® May 2024- May 2025.

How we work:

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.