Site Operations Coordinator

Automotive and Surface Transportation; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health and dental coverage

Disability and life insurance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

National Research Council Canada in Saskatoon seeks a Site Operations Coordinator to support the Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The role focuses on planning, contracting and coordinating building services and maintenance within the facility.

You will evaluate equipment performance, troubleshoot problems and propose solutions to ensure safe, compliant operations. The incumbent coordinates security, environmental, safety and health requirements, reports to the Site Operations

Qualifications

• College diploma in a related technological/technical field such as architectural, electrical or mechanical.
• A combination of a trade certification with relevant experience is acceptable.
• Significant experience coordinating building service delivery, maintenance and property management.
• Significant experience in performance analysis and preventive maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Significant experience coordinating on-site activities of contractors on multi-trade projects.
• Experience reviewing plans, drawings and estimates for renovations or modifications.
• Significant experience with building codes, standards and regulations.
• Significant experience coordinating construction projects under 100k.
• Reliability Status background check with 5-year verification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, contract and coordinate the delivery of building services and maintenance.
• Evaluate performance of building systems, troubleshoot issues and propose solutions.
• Coordinate security, environmental, safety and health requirements within buildings.
• Oversee third-party service providers and report to the Site Operations Manager.

Skills

Coordination of building services

Contracting & scheduling

Facilities management

Safety compliance

Education

College diploma in tech field

Trade certification (Electrician/HVAC/Millwright/Plumber)

Tools

Building automation systems (BAS)

Job description

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Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

OrganizationalUnit: Real Property Planning and Management

Classification: TO-3

Duration: Two (2) years

Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence

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The role

We are looking for a Site Operations Coordinator to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The successful candidate would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

As part of the Real Property Planning and Management (RPPM) Branch Operations and Maintenance unit, the Site Operations Coordinator is responsible for planning, contracting and coordinating the delivery of building services and general maintenance requirements within the building. The Site Operations Coordinator evaluates the performance of various building equipment and systems, troubleshoots problems and malfunctions, and proposes technical solutions.

The Site Operations Coordinator is also responsible to coordinate aspects of the security, environmental and safety and health requirements within the buildings in support of programs and business operations. The Site Operations Coordinator will report to a Site Operations Manager. The position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but does oversee and manage services provided by third party service providers.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

College diploma in a related technological or technical field such as architectural, electrical or mechanical.

A combination of a trade certification (Electrician, HVAC, Millwright, and Plumber) with the relevant experience would be considered.

• Significant* experience in the coordination of activities related to building service delivery, maintenance, infrastructure support, property management.


• Significant* experience in performance analysis and preventive maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems.


• Significant* experience in coordinating the on-site activities of contractors on multi-trade projects.


• Experience reviewing plans, drawings, prepare preliminary sketches and estimates for renovations or modifications.


• Significant* experience with the application of the related federal and provincial building codes, standards, acts, legislation and regulations.


• Significant* experience in the coordination of construction projects (under 100k).

* Significant experience is defined as two (2) to six (6) years of experience.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status. For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Solid ability to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety regulations and legislation as well as construction safety standards and practices.


• Solid knowledge of building automation systems (BAS) and electromechanical components, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), electrical, and plumbing systems.


• Knowledge of practices and procedures, equipment maintenance, and technical issues in various trades such as electrical, architectural, mechanical, and telecommunications.


• Strong ability to coordinate and supervise technical interventions and the work of construction contractors, particularly during projects involving additions, renovations, equipment installation, and commissioning.


• Ability to interpret technical plans and drawings, and to prepare sketches and preliminary estimates for renovation or modification projects.


• Knowledge of project management principles.


• Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)


• Technology support - Results orientation (Level 2)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile:Technology Support .

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2026, the NRC was chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.


• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.


• Willingness to occasionally work on evenings, weekends and/or on statutory holidays.


• Willingness to work on-call with a rotation.


• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one-year period.


• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.


• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.


• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with therequisition number (25623) to:

Closing Date: 28 August 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time