Manager, Building Systems

Job Description Summary

STEMCELL Technologies is looking for a Manager, Building Systems to join our dynamic team to play a vital role working with state of the art equipment and building systems of one of the Best Managed companies in Canada.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing building infrastructure work (research labs, manufacturing, testing, storage and distribution facilities and office buildings) at our different locations in the Lower Mainland, including supporting the execution of planned shutdowns. This position will provide leadership to a team of building systems specialists, associates and assistants, where required, to meet the objectives of their assigned responsibilities.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the maintenance program activities of all our locations in the lower mainland, including but not limited to: inspecting, monitoring and maintaining the facility according to the maintenance program specifications.
• Collaborate with user groups and QC/QA teams to ensure facility programs are aligned with STEMCELL’s standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Coordinate and/or execute planned & scheduled maintenance with user groups and contractors, including working during non-business hours when required to minimize operation downtime.
• Lead, direct and review the work of team members through providing active coaching, mentorship and conducting regular performance reviews of team members to improve performance.

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree In Mechanical Engineering.
• Certified Engineering Technologist, Facility Management Certification and/or CMRP designation is a plus.
• Experience in a similar/comparable role or in an industrial environment plus experience leading a team and focusing on coaching/mentoring, performance management, succession planning.
• Technical Knowledge (equipment performance & maintenance requirements) and Reliability & Work Control Knowledge (Planning/Scheduling & Reliability Principles).
• Asset Management (ISO55001) and cGMP/GLP knowledge (ISO13485) & Quality Management (ISO9001) is an asset.

STEMCELL Technologies is a privately owned, Vancouver-based biotechnology company that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Driven by our love of science and passion for quality, we are a company of Scientists Helping Scientists—standing by our customers to provide the outstanding products, technical support, and training they need to advance their research.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

The annual base salary for this job ranges from: $95,200.00 - $142,800.00. STEMCELL determines an individual’s pay within the range based on multiple factors including experience, education, job-related skills, and equity within the team or organization. In addition to base salary, STEMCELL offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health benefits, retirement savings, and more.

NOTE: STEMCELL’s vaccination policy requires that all candidates for this role be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including boosters), as currently recommended or required by local health authorities and public health orders, unless an exemption from this policy is approved through our accommodation request process.

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