Supervisor

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is seeking an Environmental Services Supervisor for the University of Alberta Hospital. This casual relief role supports daily planning, staff supervision, and coordination of cleaning and linen services.

You will lead with safety in mind, mentor staff, and collaborate with infection control to meet standards. The position requires strong communication, problem solving, and budget awareness, with regular audits and performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in health care or business administration.
• Strong leadership experience in a large institution.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• English literacy for safe and effective operations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily Environmental Services operations.
• Supervise staff, manage schedules, and conduct performance reviews.
• Collaborate with infection control on practices and outbreaks.
• Handle customer concerns with problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Approve payroll and monitor department budget.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

MS Office

English

Dependable

Adaptable

Education

Diploma or Degree in Health Care or Business Administration

Job description

Your Opportunity

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is looking for a dependable, self-motivated individual for the position of Environmental Services Supervisor that is dedicated to both high-quality work and safety. This Casual position is located at the University of Alberta Hospital. Reporting to the Manager of Environmental Services, the Supervisor supports with the daily planning and operation of the Environmental Services Department. Linen and Environmental Services are responsible for the maintenance of AHS hospitals’ environmental cleaning, waste stream management functions, and providing clean linens to patients. These departments ensure hospitals and healthcare facilities are properly cleaned, sanitized, and maintained to provide a healthy environment for everyone. The successful applicant possesses strong communication, mentorship, and relationship-building skills, and is passionate about providing a safe and healthy workplace environment. In collaboration with other departments regarding infection control practices, you will ensure all protocols, cleaning and frequency standards are adhered to in the management of outbreaks and isolation cases. You are the leader staff, patients, and patient family members rely upon to provide a safe environment. You are dependable and have a high respect for safety. In addition to completing quality audits to promote optimum cleanliness of the hospital, the LES Supervisor oversees the coordination of staff schedules, facilitation of department meetings, and attendance/performance management. You address and resolve customer concerns in a timely manner, using sound problem solving and conflict resolution skills.

Description

The LES Supervisor monitors established budgets, tracks key performance targets, identifies efficiencies, and promotes optimal use of resources while making recommendations on current and future service adjustments to staff, budget, and service delivery models. The supervisor has direct responsibility for all patient discharge, isolation, and equipment cleaning and ensures the collection of general, bio-medical, chemical, and recycling waste streams. This position develops and maintains excellent working relationships with department staff, Supervisors, and site leadership to ensure customer needs are met and services are provided in compliance with AHS and department policies, procedures, and standards. The LES Supervisor must have a visible presence throughout the facility, as this position is the first point of contact and must respond to and resolve all service-related concerns. Physical aspects of this position include extended periods of time walking and standing. The successful applicant ensures all new staff are properly orientated and trained as per department education and standards and approves. In addition, the supervisor is responsible for approving payroll, analyzing the financial status of the department, providing recommendations to maintain a balanced budget, and ensuring appropriate quality and safety measures are in place and compatible with IPC and OHS industry and provincial standards and completes all probationary and annual performance reviews. The LES Supervisor meets regularly with clinical customers to maintain sound relationships, review performance, and manage escalated issues. Other accountabilities include participating in the recruitment and hiring of employees, performance management and recommendations for termination if applicable. The Supervisor ensures the Manager/Director is informed of all significant events and/or activities.

Classification

Supervisor
Union: Exempt
Unit and Program: Linen and Environmental Services
Primary Location: U of A Hospital
Location Details: As Per Location
Employee Class: Casual/Relief
FTE: 0.00
Posting End Date: 23-SEP-2026
Date Available: 19-OCT-2026
Hours per Shift: Varies
Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
Shifts per cycle: Varies
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
Days Off: Other
Minimum Salary: $27.28
Maximum Salary: $46.87
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Health Care or Business Administration.


• 1-year of leadership experience in a large institution.


• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others.


• Proficient use of computer software applications such as Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook required.


• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with strong written and oral communication skills, are essential.


• To enable applicants to perform their duties safely, they must demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, understand, and follow written and oral directions in English.


• Must be dependable, flexible/adaptable, thorough, and be able to work with minimal supervision.


• A combination of education, training and relevant experience may be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications

• All new employees will be required to attend a 4-day Environmental Services Orientation and a 1-day AHS Orientation.


• Completion of additional online courses are required as per department and AHS standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to applicants who have a Supervisory/Management Certificate and/or related experience.


• Experience in Infection Control and Workplace Health & Safety is preferred.


• 3 years’ supervisory experience and demonstrated knowledge of Environmental Services practices.


• Experience in a healthcare setting is an asset.