Operations, Group Leader

Fonction publique de l'Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Ontario Science Centre as a Group Lead of Operations, overseeing exhibit maintenance and logistics. This role requires strong technical skills, leadership capabilities, and the ability to maintain high operational standards within a dynamic environment. With a commitment to inclusion and diversity, the Ontario Public Service offers a supportive workplace for all applicants.

Benefits

Flexible learning and developmental opportunities

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package

Tailored work arrangements

Modern and accessible work environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in exhibit fabrication, maintenance, cleaning, and repair.
• Strong ability to lead teams and foster good working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to operate machine tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee exhibit maintenance and lead staff in daily operations.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and support for internal and external clients.
• Organize and supervise the assembly and repair of exhibits.

Skills

Exhibit maintenance

Machine tools operation

Logistics management

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Apply By:Tuesday, June 10, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Competition Status: Application Screening

Approximately 95 individuals applied for this opportunity.

We are screening ALL applications received on or before the closing date and rating them against the qualifications outlined in the job ad. Applicants whose resume and cover letter best demonstrate how they meet the qualifications to do the job will be invited to continue in the hiring process.

To learn about our recruitment process, visit our Hiring Process .

$38.35 - $42.87 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Are you a highly-skilled person looking for an opportunity to coordinate and supervise day-to-day maintenance and logistics activities related to exhibits and exhibitions? Join the Ontario Science Centre (OSC) – one of Canada's most visited cultural attractions and a world-renowned educational institution. The OSC is currently looking for a Group Lead of Operations to join the Exhibit Support Team.

About the job

As the Group Lead of Operations, you will:
• oversee the exhibit maintenance and cleaning staff, and coordinate and supervise daily maintenance, preventive maintenance, and major maintenance activities related to exhibits and incoming shows
• work with various shops (wood, metal, graphics, electronics, and electrical) to ensure exhibits operate at a 97% operational level
• organize, coordinate, supervise, and plan support activities for internal and external clients, including developing, building, assembling, cleaning, and repairing a variety of exhibits, staging, signage, and electronic/electrical support

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• ability to work weekends, statutory holidays, and travel occasionally

Technical knowledge and experience

• extensive experience in exhibit fabrication, maintenance, cleaning and repair
• demonstrated ability to operate machine tools and equipment for exhibit production and maintenance, and to achieve operational goals while implementing safety protocols and standards
• practical knowledge and understanding of associated trades such as plastics and composites fabrication, structural and mechanical considerations, as well as production methodologies in a manufacturing process
• demonstrates understanding of Ontario Health and Safety standards for practicing safe operations when using equipment, tools, and machinery as well as other relevant regulations
• extensive knowledge of materials and component parts for unique applications in the design, fabrication and exhibit support process

Prototyping and problem-solving skills

• mathematical skills for complex calculations and accurate measurements
• problem-solving skills to efficiently identify and resolve work-related issues, maintaining knowledge of recurring problems and solutions. Manual dexterity for high standards of precision and finish
• logistics capabilities for managing the location of exhibits and their requirements as well as the set up and strike of exhibits, exhibitions and special projects

Communication and interpersonal skills

• strong oral and written communication skills
• ability to lead teams and foster good working relationships; to deal effectively with designers, draftsperson, skilled trades people and other staff
• ability to teach and train employees

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment

Additional information:

Apply by:

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 222 Jarvis St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.