Building Engineering Manager

Apotex Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 109,933 - 153,906; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

Learning and development opportunities

Accommodation for disabilities

Job summary

Apotex Inc. is seeking a Building Systems Manager in Toronto to lead the team responsible for safe, compliant operation and maintenance of all facility systems.

You will apply best practices, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement across the building portfolio. The role requires an engineering degree or equivalent with substantial experience in energy management and large-scale facilities, plus strong leadership and a background in Building Automation Systems and regulatory

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in energy management and large-scale facility management.
• Strong supervisory and planning capabilities; effective communicator.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Set and manage departmental priorities for the Building Systems team to ensure safe, reliable operation.
• Recruit, train, and manage direct reports; develop performance.
• Oversee maintenance, calibration, repairs, and renovations of buildings and equipment.
• Ensure calibration programs and CMMS work orders support regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with engineering and stakeholders to deliver capital projects on time and on budget.
• Develop and manage cost centers; report variances and optimize fiscal management.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using CI tools to reduce waste and improve performance.

Skills

Energy management

Large-scale facility management

Leadership / supervision

Building Automation Systems

Interpersonal skills

Planning & organizing

Education

Engineering Degree / Technologist Diploma (Mechanical)

Second Class Stationary Engineering Certificate

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions. For more information visit: www.apotex.com.

Job Summary

As manager of the Building Systems team your responsibilities will include the management and coordination of all building services-related activities in a customer focused manner. You will demonstrate an ability to apply best practices in the operation and maintenance of all Apotex facilities in a safe, efficient, reliable and fully compliant manner.

Job Responsibilities

• Set, implement, and manage departmental priorities for the Building Systems team in the delivery of their services to ensure reliable, safe and efficient operation and maintenance of all facility systems and to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Recruit, train, develop and manage the performance of direct reports.
• Maintain responsibility for facility maintenance, repairs and minor renovations of the company’s existing buildings, building systems and equipment, grounds, control and utility systems.
• Ensure that effective programs are in place to direct and manage all calibration programs for all building systems, equipment and components as well as in-house calibration services for manufacturing equipment and components, to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Establish priorities for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and ensure that work is assigned to staff and contractors as required for completion in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Ensure work related to the maintenance, calibration, repair or alteration of building systems and equipment is documented and approved (service reports, calibration certificates, CMMS work orders etc.).
• Participate in technical and strategic discussions as a building systems Subject Matter Expert (SME). Clearly articulate technical detail, scope, costs, and risks, in a communication style geared toward the target audience.
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions are developed and revised as necessary.
• Collaborate with Capital Engineering and business stakeholders to ensure execution of capital projects on time and on budget.
• Develop and manage the cost center budget(s); report on variances to budget while taking action to ensure solid fiscal management and transparency is maintained.
• Be a lead resource in analyzing and managing utilities, energy conservation and environmental initiatives.
• Lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives by actively applying Gemba, Kaizen, and other CI tools to identify opportunities, eliminate waste, and enhance operational performance.
• Support regulatory audits as a key Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Building Systems team, demonstrating knowledge and quality mindset during all interactions.
• Participate and lead performance conversations with employees, including monthly one on ones, to connect on performance; check in on employee’s progress toward achieving Objectives, offer support and remove barriers; and, communicate and revisit performance expectations to reinforce and encourage high performance culture and a safe working environment for all employees.
• Utilize open, honest, two way communication to build trust-based relationships with employees, business partners and direct leader while continuously improving leadership capabilities by personally seeking feedback and development.
• Create a culture which values trust and provides the opportunity for Employee development and growth in pursuit of our purpose and demonstrating our core Values – Integrity, Teamwork, Courage and Innovation.
• Utilize your networks to attract and hire talent in a comprehensive, differentiated and consistent manner essential to our continued growth; then, onboard new employees by providing a consistent experience that reflects the values and commitments made to candidates during the hiring process.
• Ensure adherence of team members (direct reports) with all compliance programs and company policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education
• Engineering Degree / Technologist Diploma (preferably Mechanical) or a Second Class Stationary Engineering Certificate (minimum). Post-graduate courses in building systems are desirable.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Demonstrated expertise in the field of energy management and large-scale facility management.
  • Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrated initiative, self-motivation, planning and organizational skills. Effective communicator and experienced supervisor.
  • Good knowledge and demonstrated experience with Building Automation Systems.
• Experience
  • Minimum (8) years’ experience in the management of a large physical plant.
  • Experience in pharmaceutical water systems and GMP systems preferred.

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming andaccessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

The hiring range for this position is $109,933.56 - $153,906 CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary. Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.

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