Maintenance Coordinator

Shannex Incorporated; Bedford; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP with 5% employer matching

Vacation accrual and travel insurance

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated in West Bedford, Nova Scotia, seeks a Maintenance Coordinator to oversee facility and grounds maintenance for a transitional health team, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance during patient transitions from hospital to home.

Reporting to the Building and Services Manager, you will lead preventative maintenance, manage budgets, and promote a culture of safety while contributing to the organization’s values and growth.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Trade Certificate or equivalent experience in building maintenance or construction.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in building maintenance or construction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and maintenance tracking software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of facilities, equipment, and grounds.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance programs and manage projects and budgets.
• Conduct safety inspections and support emergency preparedness and fire safety initiatives.

Skills

Strong computer skills

WHMIS & OH&S knowledge

Hand & power tools use

Education

Journeyman Trade Certificate or equivalent experience

Tools

Asset Planner

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider a rewarding career as a Maintenance Coordinator with our new West Bedford Transitional Health team, where you will help redefine how patients transition from hospital to home.

This innovative facility integrates data and technology into patient assessment, care delivery, and communication, while providing specialized, person-centred support for individuals who no longer require hospital-level treatment but need additional care to safely return home or transition back into their community. Our team is committed to dignity, safety, and clinical excellence in every interaction.

Reporting to the Building and Services Manager, the Maintenance Coordinator oversees maintenance and repair of facilities, equipment, and grounds while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and Occupational Health and Safety standards. This role coordinates preventative maintenance programs, manages maintenance projects and budgets, conducts safety inspections, and supports emergency preparedness and fire safety initiatives. The Maintenance Coordinator also promotes a strong culture of workplace safety and ensures a safe, efficient, and well‑maintained environment.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members dedicated to helping patients successfully transition from hospital care back to their homes and communities. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in an environment where integrity, teamwork, and safety are at the heart of everything we do. At the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Additional Benefits Include

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Journeyman Trade Certificate in one of the Buildings Trades or equivalent experience in building maintenance or construction
• Minimum 2-years’ experience working in building maintenance or construction?
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Maintenance Tracking software such as Asset Planner
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
• Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety legislation
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in the building/mechanical trades
• Knowledge of heating, ventilating and lighting systems used in the facility
• Ability to use hand and power tools (e.g. electric drills, saws, measuring and cutting devices)