Maintenance Supervisor - NOR 25012

Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency; Truro; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial housing agency in Truro seeks a Maintenance Supervisor responsible for ensuring assigned units are well-maintained. You will plan daily work, supervise maintenance staff, and lead safety programs. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and experience in supervising diverse teams. The role offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, supporting the improvement of community living standards.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years supervising diverse employee groups.
• Experience in inspection of residential construction.
• Ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily work schedules and assign work to maintenance staff.
• Supervise staff and conduct performance reviews.
• Lead the safety program and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organization & Time Management Skills

Attention to Details

Client Service

Education

Certificate of qualification under the Apprenticeship and Tradesman's Qualifications Act

Tools

Microsoft Office

Yardi Property Management software

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Supervisor
Northern District
Location: Truro, Nova Scotia
Type of Employment: Full Time, Permanent
Union Status: Excluded (Non-Union)
Competition # NOR 25012
Closing Date: September 19, 2025

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate of qualification under the Apprenticeship and Tradesman's Qualifications Act of the Province of Nova Scotia or interprovincial certification (Red Seal Journeyperson certification) with at least three years supervising diverse employee groups, including non-unionized and unionized staff.
• Experience in inspection of single and multi-unit residential construction, as well as a thorough knowledge of, and competency in, the interpretation and application of various building regulations and codes is required. Sound knowledge of custodial and grounds keeping practices and procedures.
• Good knowledge of budgeting techniques.
• Competency with desktop applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Administrative and organizational skills are required to plan work schedules and execute preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Possess a valid Nova Scotia driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes.

Assets

• Working knowledge of Yardi Property Management software.
• Good knowledge of planned maintenance procedures as well as an awareness of building codes, municipal by laws, Provincial Acts and Regulations such as Workers' Compensation Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and appropriate fire regulations and the Collective Agreement.
• Good knowledge of building construction and maintenance repairs with specific knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.

Competencies required at this level of work are Leadership skills, Organization & Time Management Skills, Attention to Details and Client Service.

We are seeking a team player who is passionate about improving the lives of Nova Scotians. We will assess qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. Checks may include one or more of the following: criminal background checks, driver's abstract, and confirmation of education credentials.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Responsibilities

About Our Opportunity

Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that their assigned units are maintained in a good state of repair. Furthermore, the incumbent must provide supervision to their work unit through planning daily work schedules, coaching and/or mentoring, conducting performance reviews and administering discipline, where appropriate.

Primary Accountabilities

• Plan daily work schedules and assign work to maintenance staff, painters, and property maintenance as well as external contractors.
• Supervise staff including selection, orientation, training, assigning work, conducting performance reviews, monitoring attendance, and administering discipline.
• Ensure that all employees and contractors carry out their duties and responsibilities in a safe manner and in accordance with relevant provisions of the Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act and NSPHA Occupational Health and Safety policy.
• Lead the safety program including toolbox meetings, safety checks, job hazard assessments, incident reports and accident investigations, coordination, and management of task-specific training for all staff.
• Perform and document regular inspections (vacant unit, annual and capital) to buildings and properties for deficiencies, determining appropriate course of action to ensure repairs are undertaken and to ensure the buildings are maintained in a safe and habitable condition.
• Other assigned duties.

Based on the employment status, eligibility, and union agreement, the NSPHA offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs and flexible working schedules.

Classification: TE 25
Salary Range: $66,122.88 to $77,742.04 Annually
Work Week: 35 hours
Note: This is not a Civil Service position.

We are committed to employing staff who are representative of the diverse community we serve. If you are a member of one or more of the following designated groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your cover letter or resume: Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your application.

To Apply

Please merge your cover letter and resume into one document when applying. In the cover letter or resume, please quote the competition number and name. Apply through Career Beacon. Submissions must be received by midnight on the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.