Manager of Facility Services

UHC-Hub of Opportunities; Windsor; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Windsor seeks a Manager of Facility Services to lead operations, ensure safety, and maintain a sustainable environment for students and staff. Candidates should have a post-secondary degree, at least 10 years of experience in facility management, and strong leadership skills. Knowledge of union environments is preferred. This role requires effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in facility operations and management.
• At least 5 – 7 years in a senior leadership or managerial role.
• Experience in a unionized environment and interpreting collective agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Board’s Facility Services operations.
• Ensure a safe, functional, clean and sustainable learning environment.
• Build strong relationships and resolve problems with an equity mindset.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Engineering, Business, or a related field

Job description

Description

Efficiently leading all aspects of the Board’s Facility Services operations including custodial, maintenance, and construction of school facilities. The Manager is responsible for ensuring a safe, functional, clean and sustainable learning environment for all students, staff and communities, in compliance with all applicable legislations, regulations and policies. The ideal candidate has proven leadership skills, embraces environmental sustainability, builds strong relationships, resolves problems with an equity mindset and strategically leads at a high level.

Qualifications

• Post secondary degree or diploma in Engineering, Business, or a related field is required, or equivalent, as approved by the Board. A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in facility operations and management, with at least 5 – 7 years in a senior leadership or managerial role, preferably within a large institution or public sector environment.
• Experience working in a unionized environment and interpreting collective agreements is required. Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals and groups both within and outside the Board is required. Must have access to transportation throughout Windsor and Essex County.