Supervisor - Building Services

The City of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 143,270,000 - 154,291,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CUPE Local 50 position

Job summary

The City of Victoria is seeking an experienced Supervisor - Building Services to lead a team responsible for keeping city facilities safe, clean and well maintained for staff and the public. The role focuses on supervision, budgeting, and process improvements while fostering an inclusive, respectful team culture.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in building maintenance, staff leadership, and coordinating sizable operations, with a valid BC driver’s licence and vulnerable sector

Qualifications

• High school graduation and management studies courses (1 year).
• Current and valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.
• Vulnerable sector criminal record clearance required.
• 5 years of related experience in commercial buildings with supervisory duties.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, assign and review operational programs for building services.
• Supervise and direct approximately 25 janitorial staff; ensure safety and performance standards.
• Plan budgets, monitor expenditures, and propose equipment or process changes.
• Provide service to internal and external customers following city standards.
• Lead staff meetings and coordinate with other departments and external agencies.
• Maintain records, prepare schedules, and manage work plans and projects.

Skills

Organize and prioritize the work

Building maintenance techniques

Software proficiency (word processing,

Maintain budgets and records

Supervise staff

Relationship building

Public/external stakeholder liaison

Safety program supervision

Education

High school graduation

Accredited courses in management studies (1 year)

Class 5 BC Driver's Licence

Vulnerable sector criminal record clearance

Job description

Job Description

Supervisor - Building Services

Competition Number: 26/173

Posting Scope: Internal / External

Posted Date: September 15, 2026

Closing Date: October 6, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Facilities

Work schedule: Monday to Friday (37.5 hour work week) – Continuous (Full-Time)

Salary: $53.78 per hour, Pay Grade 15

Job Code: 4132

Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position

Number of Vacancies: 1

The City of Victoria is seeking an experienced Supervisor - Building Services to lead our exceptional team that plays an important role in keeping city facilities safe, clean, welcoming and well maintained for staff and public.

Our ideal candidate is a leader who cultivates positivity and builds relationships amongst staff and other departments. They work to understand challenges and collaboratively improve processes. They promote a respectful, inclusive and accountable team culture. They also lead with a sense of fairness and humor!

POSITION FUNCTION

Performs functions related to planning, development and implementation of departmental projects. Plans, coordinates, assigns and reviews the operational programs for the building services section.

KEY DUTIES

Coordinates, assigns and reviews the work of approximately 25 FTE janitorial staff; ensures schedules, procedures and established performance and safety standards are met. Responsible for full supervision which includes providing direction, coaching, training and guidance to staff. Ensures schedules, procedures and established performance and safety standards are met. Plans, implements and coordinates projects; develops and schedules work plans and coordinates yearly work plans. Organizes and conducts monthly staff meetings; attends trade shows, workshops and seminars.

Plans, prioritizes and monitors the section’s annual work programs; assists in preparing, estimating and tracking annual budgets; authorizes and monitors expenditures; makes recommendations regarding equipment and/or operational changes with related costs and staff resources. Provides excellent and efficient service to both internal and external customers in keeping with the City of Victoria’s service standards. Collaborates in a team environment to deliver operational work programs and capital projects. Makes recommendations regarding new procedures, chemicals and equipment. Prepares and presents program proposals to Managers for information or approval.

Maintains a variety of manual and computerized records such as holiday time, sick leave, work orders and projects; codes delivery slips for payment; requisition materials, equipment and services. Reviews job matters and schedules with outside agencies and City departments.

Conducts site inspections at various locations to review work progress. Responds to general inquiries and complaints. Liaises with and provides information to City departments, community associations and outside agencies on project requirements, progress and budgets. Responds to enquiries and requests for service from departments.

Performs related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is performed according to established procedures and schedules or assigned by supervisor.

Work is reviewed upon completion.

Issues such as major purchases and changes to procedures are discussed with supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Lift and move heavy equipment and materials. (rare)

Mental Effort:

Deal with complaints and negative comments. (rare)

Visual/Auditory Effort:

Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (occasional)

Work Environment:

Office and City owned buildings.

Conduct site inspections of crews and premises. (occasional)

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Organize and prioritize the work of a section.

Understand the techniques of building maintenance, repair and janitorial services.

Working level operation of current City word processing, spreadsheet and related specialty software.

Maintain accurate records and prepare budgets.

Supervise and direct section staff.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Represent the City to the public and outside agencies.

Supervise a safety program.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

High school graduation.

Accredited courses in management studies. (1 year)

Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.

Required to obtain vulnerable sector criminal record clearance.

Experience:

5 years of related experience in commercial buildings including supervisory experience.

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.

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