Senior Manager, Facilities Maintenance & Operations

Fraser Health Authority; Fraser Lake; On-site; CAD 82,049 - 117,950; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare authority in British Columbia is seeking a Senior Manager, Facilities Maintenance & Operations, to lead a skilled team within Surrey Memorial Hospital. The role requires a Master's degree in Engineering and 7-10 years of management experience in a complex environment. Responsibilities include operational management, budgeting, and compliance with regulations. The candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and technical capabilities.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of recent supervisory and management experience in a large complex unionized environment.
• Ability to lead in crisis management and to coach team members.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards and codes.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement department goals, objectives, and operational requirements.
• Develop and monitor annual operating and capital budgets.
• Oversee maintenance programs and manage external service providers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Manager, Facilities Maintenance & Operations

Salary
CAD $59.56 - $85.62 / hour

Job Summary

Are you a passionate leader who is ready for the next challenge? Bring your proven competences in initiation, judgment and problem solving to this challenging role located at the Surrey Memorial Hospital (SMH). We offer a positive work environment where we support collaboration and innovation. In this role, you will manage and provide direction to a team of skilled trades individuals along with contracted specialized service providers. This facility operates 24 hours a day, 365 days per year, serving the population of British Columbia.

You will provide support to SMH executive leadership as a member of their senior leadership team. You will act as the Facilities Management subject matter expert, providing advice on site infrastructure issues pertaining to the advancement of the campus clinical mission.

Your background includes:

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• Seven (7) to ten (10) years recent, related progressive supervisory and management experience in a large complex unionized environment
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience is acceptable

Preference will be given if you have excellent interpersonal skills, can clearly and concisely articulate information tailored to the audience, strong technical writing abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of business finances in a facilities management environment is also valued.

Location
Surrey Memorial Hospital, Surrey, BC

Detailed Overview

Responsible for overseeing the daily operational management and/or maintenance of designated physical plants for Fraser Health in a manner consistent with industry best practices, ensuring a safe and reliable environment for healthcare-related services.

Responsibilities

• Establishes, develops and implements department goals, objectives and operational requirements aligned with Fraser Health strategy; reviews current operations and develops systems and processes for effective facilities operations.
• Develops and implements annual operating and capital budgets; monitors expenditures, performs variance analysis and reports findings; takes corrective actions as required.
• Manages recruitment, mentoring and professional development of staff and contract employees; supervises staff, provides work direction, conducts performance evaluations and coaching.
• Investigates performance issues and initiates disciplinary actions when needed; participates in grievance processes and labour relations matters as required.
• Oversees maintenance programs, applying planning/scheduling techniques and risk mitigation to deliver preventive, predictive and responsive maintenance; ensures CMMS use.
• Procures and manages external service providers; negotiates and monitors contracts for maintenance, grounds and renovation work.
• Manages construction/renovation projects; coordinates with stakeholders to meet requirements and minimize facilities impacts.
• Oversees policies, procedures and programs to comply with codes, regulations and standards; supports Planning and Capital Projects teams.
• Develops and maintains stakeholder relations; prioritizes capital renewal plans; contributes as a Fraser Health SME within area of expertise.
• Participates in business continuity planning with clinical leadership and Emergency Management.
• Ensures facilities meet energy conservation, carbon footprint reduction, LEED and other environmental standards.
• Provides support in infrastructure, technical standards, systems commissioning, contract management, and safety or integrity management as assigned.
• Complies with health and safety requirements and reports unsafe situations promptly.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Engineering or related field with seven (7) to ten (10) years of related supervisory/management experience in a large, complex unionized environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Competencies
Demonstrates Fraser Health Leadership Framework values of Clear, Caring and Courageous leadership and creates conditions for people to succeed.

Professional/Technical Capabilities

• Knowledge of building systems, operations and maintenance in a complex, multi-site health care environment
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards and codes
• Initiative, judgment, decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to lead in crisis management and to coach team members
• Excellent stakeholder relations and the ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines; supervise staff, consultants and contractors
• Ability to operate related software and equipment; physical capability to perform duties

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and a culturally safe workplace.

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