Facility Operations Supervisor

Modern Niagara; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services provider in Kingston seeks a Facility Operations Supervisor to oversee daily operations and maintenance of facilities. You will lead a team, handle preventative maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience in building operations and strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems. This role involves both supervisory and hands-on tasks in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in building operations or maintenance.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance staff and contractors, ensuring work completion.
• Perform preventative maintenance on facility equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain logs and records for equipment and systems.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary program in facility management or related field

Tools

Preventative maintenance software

Job description

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, electrical, integrated building technology, and building services needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, Kingston and Ottawa. We also develop custom, turnkey solutions to help reach the desired outcomes. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada’s infrastructure and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal.

WE BUILD FOR LIFE.

We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork and we are committed to ensuring that our teams have everything they need to succeed. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do, and, as a result, our award-winning safety culture has a record that’s well above industry standards.

At Modern Niagara, you will work alongside values-driven, safety-conscious, and high-impact teams in a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative environment. Here, your knowledge, skills, and excellent service will help ensure that the buildings that make up Canada’s infrastructure fulfill the needs they were set out to meet.

Modern Niagara is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and is a recipient of SMACNA‘s Safety Excellence Award Program (SSEAP) – Canada and the Canadian Occupational Safety (COS) Magazine’s Gold Winner for Canada’s Safest Employers Award in the Building and Construction category and Excellence Winner for Canada’s Best Health + Safety Culture Award as well as Canada’s Best Health + Safety Leader Award.

The Facility Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and safety of the facility. As a working supervisor, this role will lead a team, coordinate routine tasks, and actively participate in performing regularly scheduled preventative maintenance activities. The Supervisor ensures all systems are functioning efficiently and supports a safe, clean, and productive environment for staff and visitors. This is a hands-on supervisory role that requires both office-based planning and physical work throughout the facility. The Supervisor will be expected to participate in scheduled maintenance, respond to urgent issues, and ensure all staff adhere to safety protocols.

Key Job Duties

• Supervise and schedule maintenance staff and contractors, ensuring all work is completed to standards.
• Perform hands-on preventative maintenance on facility equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Monitor the facility for safety hazards and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain maintenance logs, records, and reports for all equipment and systems.
• Respond to emergency maintenance issues and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Oversee inventory of supplies and replacement parts, ensuring timely procurement.
• Train and mentor staff on proper maintenance procedures and safe work practices.
• Assist & develop tactical budget planning and track maintenance expenditures.
• Collaborate with other departments for facility upgrades and special projects.
• Ensure scheduled preventative maintenance tasks are completed according to established timelines.

Technical Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program in facility management, building operations, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in building operations, maintenance, or a similar supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with preventative maintenance scheduling and record-keeping software.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of Canadian workplace health and safety standards.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to respond to facility emergencies after hours, if required.
• Certification in Building Operator 1 or 2 program would be considered an asset.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

DEI and EEO Statement

At Modern Niagara, we recognize the value of fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and are committed to eliminating barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGTBQ2S+, people with disabilities, and new immigrants) in the construction industry. Our DEI vision is to build an organization where everyone has access to the same opportunities, experience equitable outcomes, and can thrive and reach their full potential.

We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Modern Niagara is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise us so that suitable accommodations can be made. We can be reached at [e-mail].