Superintendent - Real Property

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority; Sioux Lookout; Hybrid; CAD 69,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Indigenous hiring focus

Employee benefits

Job summary

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority seeks a full-time Superintendent to manage Onaman Ziibi facilities, ensure safety and cleanliness, and lead maintenance operations. The role requires flexibility for after-hours work, including evenings and weekends, and entails supervising staff and coordinating with contractors.

The successful candidate will reside on-site in employer-provided accommodation, maintain daily logs, and uphold health, safety, and environmental standards while supporting

Qualifications

• Preference for Indigenous candidates as per OHRC guidelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across diverse groups.
• Experience in building maintenance or related skilled trades.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation and maintenance of Onaman Ziibi facilities.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and COVID-19 guidelines compliance.
• Respond to maintenance issues and coordinate repairs with contractors.
• Manage on-call maintenance and guest support as needed.
• Maintain logs, inventories, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Supervise maintenance staff and coordinate with the Supervisor, Maintenance.

Skills

First Nations preference

Strong communication skills

Independent work capability

Team collaboration

Maintenance troubleshooting

Education

Secondary school diploma + trade training

Tools

Maintenance tools

Job description

Description

Job Type: Full Time Permanent

Rate of Pay: Annual $ 68,778 – $ 100,438 / Hourly $ 37.790 - $ 55.186

Hours of Work: 35 hours a week, although the position requires flexibility to work outside regular SLFNHA operational hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, overnight stays, and emergency callouts as operationally required

Position Summary

The Superintendent is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Onaman Ziibi. The operation and maintenance will include ensuring that all equipment is in good working condition, that buildings and properties are safe, and that guest cabins are clean and meet COVID-19 guidelines.

Accountability

The Superintendent is accountable to the Supervisor, Maintenance.

Qualifications

• Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment)
• Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region is an asset.
• Secondary school diploma combined with post-secondary education, apprenticeship, or technical training in a skilled trade such as carpentry, plumbing, HVAC/heating and cooling, electrical, maintenance, or a related construction or building services field. Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience deemed acceptable by the employer may also be considered.
• A minimum of 1 year of related experience in building maintenance or a skilled trade such as carpentry, plumbing, HVAC/heating and cooling, electrical, maintenance, or a related construction or building services field.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain valid First Aid, CPR, and Naloxone certification/training
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety practices, procedures, and safe work methods
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make timely decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Basic knowledge and ability to safely use maintenance tools, equipment, and materials related to building maintenance and skilled trades work
• Demonstrated reliability, dependability, and ability to respond to maintenance issues in a professional and timely manner
• Complete ongoing maintenance and repair duties at Onaman Ziibi, including but not limited to minor carpentry, painting, drywall patching, replacing light bulbs and fixtures, hanging doors, basic plumbing repairs, septic system monitoring and maintenance, and general building upkeep
• Perform general cleaning and upkeep of all buildings, common areas, equipment, boats, and vehicles to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for guests, clients, staff, and community events
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties including making beds, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, cleaning washrooms and common areas, changing linens, laundering towels and bedding, and stocking supplies as required
• Maintain garbage disposal areas, recycling systems, hazardous or biohazard waste disposal procedures, and ensure proper sanitation standards are followed
• Ensure SLFNHA property, facilities, and equipment are secured and maintained in accordance with organizational policies, health and safety requirements, and applicable legislation
• Complete lawn maintenance, snow removal, groundskeeping, and seasonal property clean-up as required
• Arrange, coordinate, and assist maintenance workers, tradespersons, and contractors with required repairs, inspections, and project work
• Identify health and safety hazards, maintenance concerns, and security issues; report, document, and, where appropriate, correct issues within the scope of the position
• Remain on-site and available to respond to on-call maintenance, safety, security, and guest support requests during scheduled shifts or designated on-call periods
• Monitor and ensure alarms, fire safety equipment, security systems, generators, and related building systems are functioning properly and report deficiencies as required
• Work collaboratively with emergency services, including the OPP, fire department, ambulance services, and other responders regarding incidents or emergencies occurring on the property
• Maintain garbage disposal areas, recycling systems, hazardous or biohazard waste disposal procedures, and ensure proper sanitation standards are followed
• Maintain daily logs, inspection records, maintenance documentation, incident reports, inventory records, and other required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Complete all mandatory training required for the position and actively participate in staff meetings, safety meetings, and organizational activities
• Maintain inventories of maintenance, housekeeping, safety, and operational supplies and report damages, shortages, or losses
• Receive and coordinate deliveries, shipments, and supplies arriving at the property
• Provide respectful, professional, and culturally safe interactions with guests, clients, Elders, community members, and staff attending camps, gatherings, ceremonies, retreats, and events
• Support the preparation and maintenance of camp spaces, event areas, and facilities for cultural, community, and organizational programming and activities
• Perform all other related duties assigned within the scope of the position

Working Conditions

• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position, including lifting up to 50 lbs., working outdoors in varying weather conditions, standing, walking, bending, and performing manual labour for extended periods of time
• This is a live-in superintendent position. The successful candidate is required to reside on the premises in employer-provided accommodation as a condition of employment
• Regular working hours are generally Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; however, the position requires flexibility to work outside regular SLFNHA operational hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, overnight stays, and emergency callouts as operationally required
• Must be available to remain on-site and respond to after-hours maintenance, security, guest support, safety, and emergency situations during scheduled on-call periods
• Must maintain a high level of professionalism, reliability, and responsiveness while supporting camp operations, guest accommodations, cultural gatherings, community events, and organizational activities at the property

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible.

Candidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application.

We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees: