Supervisor and Chief Plant Operator, Facility Engineering - Signing Bonus and Relocation

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A health sciences centre in Halifax is seeking a Supervisor and Chief Plant Operator to oversee maintenance operations and compliance. The ideal candidate has supervisory experience and relevant certifications. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, with a focus on ensuring the safety and reliability of facilities.

Benefits

Up to $5,000 in relocation assistance

One-time $10,000 signing bonus

Enhanced benefits and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in plant maintenance, construction, or operations.
• 3 years of experience with building infrastructure in an acute-care hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and contractors in maintenance operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and industry regulations.
• Provide backup support to the Manager and Maintenance Supervisor.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Troubleshooting

Compliance knowledge

Education

Grade 12/GED

First class refrigeration certificate

Third-class power engineering certificate

Job description

Overview

Company: IWK Health

Req ID: 209180. Department/Program: Facilities. Location: Halifax. Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time. Start Date: Fall 2025. Union Status: Management/Non Union Bargaining Unit. Compensation: $33.8005 - $42.2507 hourly. Closing Date: November 19, 2025 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time).

Incentives

Successful external applicants may be eligible for a one-time $10,000 signing bonus and up to $5,000 in relocation assistance, subject to a two (2) year return-of-service agreement.

About IWK Health

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults, and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities. We recognize each other’s talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values, and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families, and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.

About the Opportunity

The Supervisor and Chief Plant Operator supports daily coordination of maintenance staff and departmental operations. This role ensures all IWK buildings, systems, and properties – including the main campus and 15–20 off-site locations – are safe, reliable, and compliant with standards required for patient care and mission-critical services. Responsibilities include supervising staff and contractors, troubleshooting and prioritizing work, and ensuring compliance with safety and industry regulations. The position also provides backup support to the Manager and Maintenance Supervisor, while fulfilling legislative duties as Chief Plant Operator under the Power Engineers Technical Safety Act.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/GED required
• First class refrigeration certificate OR third-class power engineering certificate
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in plant maintenance, construction, or operations AND/OR 3 years of experience with building infrastructure in an acute-care hospital setting

Hours

Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours weekly with flexibility to meet the demands of 24/7 operations including phone support and on-call rotation every third week

Once You\'ve Applied

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health. Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process. An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.

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