Facility Management Specialist

IKEA; Richmond; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Facility Management Specialist in Richmond, Canada. This role involves ensuring operational excellence across multiple facilities, including compliance and sustainability practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in facilities management and experience with CAFM systems, while also promoting a positive work environment. Competitive compensation and a range of benefits are offered to support employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Wellness days

Extended health, dental, and vision coverage

RRSP with company matching

Annual bonus eligibility

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Merchandise and restaurant discounts

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in facilities management.
• Technical knowledge of facility systems including HVAC, electrical, and building automation.
• Proficiency in English and local language is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational tasks with internal and external FM suppliers.
• Manage and inspect FM services and compliance with local regulations.
• Participate in internal and external audits related to FM.

Skills

Vocational Skills

Technical Knowledge

Sustainability and Environmental Awareness

Communication

Education

Degree in Facilities Management or equivalent

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

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WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
• You have a minimum of 3 years experience in a multi-unit facilities management organization, preferably in a high-volume retail sector.
• You have an academic degree or professional qualification in Facilities Management (or equivalent) (asset).
• You have technical knowledge, and a minimum of 3 years practical experience, in facility systems; including electrical and lighting, mechanical and HVAC, structural, site, building automation and energy management.
• You have proven experience in working with sustainability and the environment from a facility management perspective.
• You have working knowledge of CAFM (computer aided facility management) systems. (Asset).

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
• Ability to communicate confidently and clearly in the local language as well as basic English proficiency.
• Coordinate operational tasks related to internal work and work executed by external FM suppliers in collaboration with the Unit FM Manager.
• Collaborate with external FM service providers and follow-up on the service quality to the Unit FM Manager.
• Coordinate and execute internal FM-related checks and reviews as well as participate in internal and external audits and certifications within the FM scope.
• Secure FM excellence by inspecting FM services including, administrating FM tools (ex. CAFM), IWAY maintenance and spot checks.
• Follow-up on permits, licenses, certificates and reporting measures in order to stay compliant with local and international legislation as well as internal rules and requirements regarding the FM scope within Ingka.
• Collaborate with 3rd parties regarding FM related services and property related assets in order to secure compliance with local regulations and authorities.

TOGETHER AS A TEAM
Without us our many co-workers and customers wouldn’t have an IKEA to go to. We make sure to secure, build and maintain our physical locations - from stores to offices to factories – to meet the needs of the many people. Together we lead the way in delivering safe, compliant, sustainable, and innovative solutions for every property. And we feel a great sense of pride in seeing everything working smoothly!




WHY YOU WILL LOVE US
Here at IKEA, we want to ensure that we are creating a better everyday life for the many people, including our co-workers. We also believe that a job should be so much more than a job. That’s why we focus on having an inclusive work environment where we celebrate your uniqueness, live our values, and ensure that we walk the talk when it comes to co-worker development. In addition, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to all co-workers including:
• Wellness days (in addition to your vacation days!)
Extended health, dental, and vision coverage (for you and your family)
• RRSP with IKEA contribution matching options
• Eligibility for our annual IKEA bonus incentive plan
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Merchandise and restaurant discounts (plus free drinks and different healthy meal options in the co-worker restaurant, where available)
• Parental leave
• Bereavement leave
• Employee assistance program (that helps you support your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing)
The starting rate for this position is $ 19.37

P.S. In the IKEA world, this position is officially referred to as Unit Facility Management Specialist

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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