Manager, Facility Operations & Maintenance Services

Kawartha Lakes; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 128,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kawartha Lakes is seeking a Manager of Facility Operations & Maintenance Services in Lindsay, Ontario. You will lead strategic planning for operations, lifecycle management and performance of municipal buildings, ensuring safety, accessibility and energy efficiency.

You will oversee a unionized workforce, manage budgets, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver reliable services and continuous improvement across facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven (7) years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment.
• Designation in facility management fields is an asset.
• Experience overseeing facility operations, building systems, asset management, preventative maintenance and health and safety initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term facility management strategies and maintenance programs.
• Lead facility lifecycle planning and asset renewal initiatives.
• Support energy management, accessibility, sustainability, and climate adaptation initiatives.
• Monitor facility performance and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, codes, standards, and municipal policies.
• Steward municipal facilities to maximize long-term value and service reliability.
• Develop directives, standards, work plans and measurements in area of responsibility.
• Estimate budget requirements and communicate fiscal needs for current and future expenditures.
• Procure services and goods related to areas of responsibility; manage time off and overtime costs.

Skills

Leadership

Budget planning

Stakeholder management

Public relations

Team supervision

Education

Facility Management Professional (FMP)

Certified Facility Manager (CFM)

Building Operator Certification (BOC)

Asset Management Professional (AMP)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing

Job description

Manager, Facility Operations & Maintenance Services Employment Status Permanent Full time

This position provides strategic leadership for the operation, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and performance of municipal buildings and facilities.

Number of available positions:

Date of Posting:

Duration (if temporary):

N/A

Location:

Lindsay, ON

Union:

NON-UNION

The City of Kawartha Lakes invites applications to join our team as a Manager, Facility Operations & Maintenance Services.

When you come to work for the City of Kawartha Lakes, you are joining a community of municipal workers who take pride in knowing that every day you are having a positive impact in the community.Our mission is to deliver the highest standards of municipal services while creating a healthy and sustainable future for all Kawartha Lakes’ residents and businesses. We work to our values of Accountability, Respect and Teamwork and we want you to Jump In with us!!

We are an equal opportunity employer which values equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We foster a safe and creative work environment, where training and skill development are prioritized, with opportunities and support for career advancement. As a team member at the City of Kawartha Lakes, you may be entitled to the following: flexible work hours, remote and hybrid working arrangements, OMERS pension (defined benefit), employer paid benefits package including short and long term disability income replacement, education reimbursement and other programs that foster innovation, leadership, and career advancement.

Job Title: Manager, Facility Operations & Maintenance Services
Salary: $128,232 - 150,013 annually (2026)

Reports to: Director, Community Services

Location: Lindsay, ON

Hours of Work: Normal working hours are 37.5 hours per week, with core working hours between 8:00am and 5:00pm

Other: Combination of general office environment and occasional off-site travel. Attend meetings, conferences, and departmental emergency situations, which may be outside of normal business hours. Frequent interaction with staff, elected officials, community organizations, user groups, residents, and external stakeholders with exposure to multiple municipal recreation environments including aquatic facilities, wellness spaces, program areas, and public service counters. Requirement to travel between municipal facilities and program locations throughout the municipality.

Job Duties:

Develop long-term facility management strategies and maintenance programs

Lead facility lifecycle planning and asset renewal initiatives

Support energy management, accessibility, sustainability, and climate adaptation initiatives

Monitor facility performance and identify opportunities for operational improvement

Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, codes, standards, and municipal policies

Steward municipal facilities to maximize long-term value and service reliability

As a member of the leadership team:

Develop directives, standards, work plans for self and team members and measurements in area of responsibility, in order to deliver the defined goals and priorities

Develop and administer methodologies and procedures and allocate resources to achieve strategic objectives, provide oversight of the delivery of organizational business processes and internal audits as well as internal communications

Complete continuous research and analysis of industry trends in order to remain knowledgeable within the applicable areas of responsibility

Demonstrate leadership in supporting team members, providing feedback and/or corrective action as needed

Estimate budget requirements, making recommendations to inform current and future expenditures

Procure services and goods related to areas of responsibility, including the authorization of time off requests, time worked and overtime costs

Manage stakeholder interactions in the supply and receipt information, and analysis and resolution of issues

Manage customer service concerns, investigating, problem solving and responding as appropriate

Administer public relations activities on behalf of the department, identifying and communicating with all necessary audiences

Prepare comprehensive statistical reports to support department reporting requirements and decision making

Ensure collaborative partnerships are formed and maintained inside of the organization

Create and maintain a cohesive team environment to support staff to achieve objectives

Responsible for the hiring, onboarding, performance management and supervision of staff in a unionized environment in consultation with People Services

Administer the terms of the applicable Collective Agreements in collaboration with People Services; act as a supervisor under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)

Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum seven (7) years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment

Facility Management Professional (FMP), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Building Operator Certification (BOC), and/or Asset Management Professional (AMP) designation considered an asset

Demonstrated experience overseeing facility operations, building systems, asset management, preventative maintenance and health and safety initiatives

Demonstrated experience establishing and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, user groups, agencies and stakeholders

Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and standards related to municipal facility operations, accessibility, health and safety, risk management and public sector service delivery

Demonstrated leadership and management skills at a level to ensure successful program and employee performance outcomes and management

Demonstrated knowledge and application of financial budget and business planning processes

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications, audio/video conferencing, the internet and any other related software

Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence or the ability to frequently attend work related activities at various sites within the municipality or at other sites within Ontario

Upon a conditional offer of employment, an acceptable Criminal Record Check will be required

This posting is for an existing, currently open position within Community Services. Applications will be reviewed as received. Applicants must be prepared for skills testing.

The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the recruitment and selection process.