Facility Building Operations and Safety Manager

Calgary Police Service; Calgary; On-site; CAD 130,400 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Competitive wages

Pensions and benefits

Job summary

A public service organization in Calgary is looking for a Facility Building Operations and Safety Manager to oversee the maintenance of facilities. The role includes managing maintenance support, developing business plans, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in engineering or relevant certifications along with substantial experience in facility management. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of related experience for diploma holders.
• At least 10 years of related experience for Journeyperson certificate holders.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance support of Calgary Police Service facilities.
• Prepare long-term business plans and develop annual goals.
• Conduct meetings on facilities support needs.
• Write procurement documents and prepare business cases.
• Review the budget monthly with each team.
• Monitor and initiate facility service contracts.
• Approve purchases related to facility maintenance.
• Coach and performance manage employees.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Planning and prioritizing

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Change management

Strong leadership skills

Education

2 year diploma in Engineering discipline

Journeyperson certificate in a related field

Tools

Building Owners and Managers Association certification

International Facility Management Association certification

Job description

Overview

Facility Building Operations and Safety Manager role at Calgary Police Service. Join to apply for the Facility Building Operations and Safety Manager position.

Base pay range

CA$130,400.00/yr - CA$163,000.00/yr

Calgary Police Service provided pay range. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

Responsibilities

• As the Facility Building Operations and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for managing the maintenance support of the Calgary Police Service (CPS) facilities, including on-going reactive maintenance and scheduled preventative maintenance. The position also provides leadership, technical expertise and overall direction to this Facilities Building Operations & Safety Section. Primary duties include:
• Prepare long-term business plans and develop annual goals and objectives for each section.
• Conduct meetings with clients on facilities support needs & support the work order system.
• Write procurement documents and prepare business cases.
• Review the budget on a monthly basis with each team.
• Monitor facilities related service contracts and initiate new and replacement contracts as required.
• Approve purchase requisitions, purchase orders, contracts and tenders related to the maintenance of CPS facilities.
• Coach, mentor, and performance manage employees and support the hiring process.
• Support, review and monitor facilities related projects.

Qualifications

• A 2 year diploma in an Engineering discipline (e.g. facilities management or a related engineering technology such as building operations or maintenance management) with at least 8 years of related experience; OR
• A Journeyperson certificate in a designated and related field with at least 10 years of related experience.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.
• A Facility-related certification (e.g. Building Owners and Managers Association or International Facility Management Association) is considered an asset.
• Success in this position requires effective communication skills, planning and prioritizing, strategic thinking, relationship building and change management. Strong leadership skills with the ability to plan and prioritize and manage resources.

Pre-employment Requirements

• An enhanced security clearance will be conducted.
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Education obtained from out of country must have or be able to obtain, an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for confirmation of equivalent credentials.

Union: Exempt

Business Unit: Calgary Police Service

Position Type: 1 Permanent

Location: 5111 - 47 Street N.E.

Compensation: Level M2 $130,400 - 163,000 per annum

Days of Work: This position works a 5 day work week with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Apply By: September 12, 2025

Job ID #: 312543