Maintenance Manager - DePaul Hall

Shannex Incorporated; Bedford; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

Centre of Excellence training

WorkPerks discounts

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated in Bedford, NS seeks a full-time Maintenance Manager for the new DePaul Hall Enhanced Care team. You will supervise the maintenance staff, oversee safety programs, and manage facilities along an expanding 5-year capital plan.

The role requires five years of building systems experience, Class 4 Boiler cert, and a passion for senior care. You will collaborate with partners, manage budgets, and lead safety initiatives across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Degree or designation related to facility operation, or equivalent education/experience.
• Class 4 Boiler Certification.
• Minimum 5 years' experience with commercial or residential building systems.
• Hands-on experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or carpentry.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, heating) and related repairs.
• Experience working with seniors in retirement living or long-term care.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Centralized Maintenance Management Systems.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for healthcare and ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations and care.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and evaluates the Maintenance team, including work assignments, training, disciplinary procedures, and performance evaluation.
• Works with various community partners to ensure the health, wellness and safety of clients and employees in the various facilities.
• Provides leadership and guidance in occupational and client health, safety and security programs.
• Inspects buildings, grounds and equipment; oversees preventative maintenance program Asset Planner.
• Administers the operating budget for building and maintenance; prepares purchase orders, verifies and approves invoices for payment.
• Updates Emergency Plans (Fire, Disaster, Bomb etc.) and completes various emergency exercises to test the knowledge of the employees in emergency situations and the effectiveness of the various plans. This is performed in cooperation with the Regional Manager, Site Managers and Departmental supervisors.
• Provides written reports to the Regional Manager on departmental and facility risk management on a quarterly and annual basis.
• Collaborates with the Corporate Leadership team and facility management teams to develop and implement ongoing 5-year capital plan.

Skills

Facility operation

Safety leadership

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting

Emergency planning

Education

Facility operation degree or designation

Tools

Centralized Maintenance Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

In anticipation of opening in October 2026, we are searching for a full-time Maintenance Manager to join our new DePaul Hall Enhanced Care team based in Bedford, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) 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 The Opportunity

• Supervises and evaluates the Maintenance team, including work assignments, training, disciplinary procedures, and performance evaluation
• Works with various community partners to ensure the health, wellness and safety of clients and employees in the various facilities
• Provides leadership and guidance in occupational and client health, safety and security programs
• Inspects buildings, grounds and equipment; oversees preventative maintenance program Asset Planner
• Administers the operating budget for building and maintenance; prepares purchase orders, verifies and approves invoices for payment
• Updates Emergency Plans (Fire, Disaster, Bomb etc.) and completes various emergency exercises to test the knowledge of the employees in emergency situations and the effectiveness of the various plans. This is performed in cooperation with the Regional Manager, Site Managers and Departmental supervisors
• Provides written reports to the Regional Manager on departmental and facility risk management on a quarterly and annual basis
• Collaborates with the Corporate Leadership team and facility management teams to develop and implement ongoing 5-year capital plan

About You

• A degree or designation related to facility operation and maintenance or a combination of equivalent education and experience;
• Class 4 Boiler Certification;
• A minimum of 5 years' experience working with commercial or residential building systems and facilities;
• Hands on work experience in at least one of the following: plumbing, electrical, heating plants, HVAC, or carpentry;
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, heating plants, etc.) and experience in related repairs;
• Experience working with seniors in a retirement living or long-term care environment;
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Centralized Maintenance Management Systems;
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills;
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.