Site Technical Manager (Fourth Class Power Engineer Certification or BES 1 or 2 - NS)

Dexterra; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Program

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Dexterra in Halifax is seeking a Site Technical Manager responsible for overseeing daily operations and maintenance across multiple facilities. The role demands compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements, along with coordinating repair and maintenance projects. Ideal candidates must have strong knowledge of HVAC and obtain a secret level security clearance. This position offers career advancement opportunities in a growing industry that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a secret level security clearance with Canadian government legislation.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial or institutional building operations required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and BAS systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of multiple facilities.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate work for repairs and maintenance projects.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Education

BESO I or II, SMT, Fourth Class Power Engineer (NS certified)

HVACR and refrigeration licensing

Job description

Job Description

Please note: this role is physically located in Halifax and requires local residence.

We are seeking a Site Technical Manager to oversee the daily operation and maintenance of multiple facilities. This hands‑on role is responsible for ensuring building systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that contractually agreed quality, audit, compliance obligations are met within the contract and delivered to the client’s satisfaction.
• Ensure quality work is being performed safely by staff and contractors.
• Coordinate external contractors work for a variety of repairs and maintenance projects.
• Can accurately estimate the labour, material and equipment required to complete maintenance and repair works.
• Assists in organizing and maintaining technical information, regulatory compliance records, licensing and certifications to meet all federal, provincial and municipal building codes.
• Assists managing the maintenance management software (CMMS).
• Provides verbal and written reports as requested.
• Review quality/safety procedures to ensure that there is adequate control of the quality/safety elements and facilitate as necessary to progress and close out any issues.
• Support the Site Manager to ensure that the contract development embeds quality/safety behaviors, culture and performance.
• Create/Develop the supporting Quality/ Safety Toolkit for the contract, including assessment of areas of common failure to initiate and implement preventative and corrective action.
• Give timely and accurate information about relevant quality/safety, audit, and compliance related risks and issues and elevate when appropriate.
• Liaison for all internal and external audits.
• Ensures compliance with all SOW and operating procedures.
• Interacts with client or users around specific work efforts and deliverables.
• Supports delivery of quality and health and safety policy and standards.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a secret level security clearance with defence Canada under the Government legislation.
• BESO I or II, SMT, Fourth Class Power Engineer (NS certified), or equivalent.
• HVACR and refrigeration licensing (HRAI, ODP) as applicable.
• Experience in commercial or institution building operations.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and BAS systems.
• Ability to obtain required security clearance (Canadian citizenship required).
• Minimum 3 years of experience required.

Additional Information

• Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
• Employee Referral Program!
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.