Facilities & Security Manager

CarePartners; Guelph; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Facilities & Security Manager to oversee lease agreements and manage renovations across multiple locations in Ontario. The ideal candidate will possess a Certificate in Facilities Management and have 3-5 years of leadership experience in a public-sector setting. This role is vital for ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while optimizing facility functionality. Join us for inspiring leadership and rewarding work in healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Perkopolis, Rewards Points

Opportunities for professional growth

Rewarding and meaningful work in healthcare

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of leadership experience in a public-sector setting.
• Experience managing facilities in challenging environments.
• Knowledge of health and safety, environmental and infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lease agreements and real estate operations.
• Lead renovations and space optimization projects.
• Manage facility vendors for repair and maintenance needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Certificate in Facilities Management

Tools

HVAC Systems

Plumbing

Electrical Systems

Hand and Electrical Tools

Job description

At CarePartners, we are committed to supporting our teams and clients by ensuring our workspaces are safe, efficient, and aligned with operational needs. We are currently seeking a Facilities & Security Manager who will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our provincial infrastructure while ensuring compliance, safety, and continuity in a fast-paced and meaningful healthcare environment.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Business Development and Facilities, this position will work with operations leadership and real estate professionals to negotiate favourable leasing arrangements, manage lease agreements and related documents in accordance with company record retention policies, and assist in the management of the property, adherence to lease terms and landlord relationships. This position will also play an important role in the identification and development of new spaces or the renovation of existing spaces, taking into account optimization of spacing needs and working with key stakeholders to meet and exceed operational requirements. This position is responsible for the management of building and equipment maintenance schedules, implementation, testing and maintenance of building security systems and in coordination with business and emergency planning, ensuring all facilities related business continuity & emergency plans are kept up to date in compliance with enacted legislation and ensure annual reviews and drills are performed and reported. This position will also assist in ensuring the Company remains in compliance with all building codes, Occupational Health and Safety, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Employment Standards Act, and the Ontario Fire Code along with any additional applicable legislation.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Other employment perks such asEmployee Assistance Program, Perkopolis, Rewards Points
• Inspiring leadership and opportunities for professional growth
• Rewarding and meaningful work in healthcare

What The Role Involves

As the Facilities & Security Manager, you will :

Oversee lease agreements and real estate operations across multiple locations in Ontario, working closely with landlords and brokers.

Lead renovations and space optimization projects , ensuring compliance with legislation and alignment with stakeholder needs.

Manage facility vendors to ensure cost-effective and timely responses to repair and maintenance needs.

Monitor and enhance building security systems , including video surveillance and access control systems.

Ensure all facilities meet standards under Occupational Health and Safety, Fire Code, AODA, and relevant legislative requirements.

Maintain building and equipment maintenance schedules , ensuring preventive checks and prompt repairs.

Support emergency preparedness , including plan development, drills, and compliance reviews.

Coordinate with internal departments and external contractors to support business continuity and facility functionality.

What You Bring

• Certificate in Facilities Management is required
• Experience working on capital projects
• 3-5 years of leadership experience in a public-sector setting
• Experience in managing facilities in challenging environments in multiple locations
• Experience working with both the federal and provincial health systems is considered an asset
• Experience working in a unionized environment is considered an asset
• Knowledge of health and safety, environmental and infection control standards
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems
• Experience using hand and electrical tools
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings
• Physical stamina and dexterity
• Valid driver's license, own vehicle and appropriate insurance

CarePartners In Your Community

In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.