Supervisor, Mechanical Services

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supervisor for Mechanical Services to lead a team within Facilities Management. This role involves coordinating mechanical trade units, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance of campus buildings, and fostering a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical trades, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating a welcoming and functional campus for all. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant educational setting.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience as a Mechanical Trade Worker.
• 5 years of supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
• Knowledge of building mechanical systems and maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coordination for mechanical trade units.
• Ensure effective operation and maintenance of campus buildings.
• Supervise and motivate staff to achieve high service standards.

Skills

Supervision and coaching

Problem-solving

Verbal and written communication

Collaboration

Customer service

MS Office proficiency

Financial/budget administration

Continuous learning

Education

Interprovincial BC Red Seal Mechanical

Trade certification (pipe fitter, millwright, HVAC mechanic)

Leadership and management training

Safety training and knowledge of regulations

Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence

Tools

Computerized maintenance management systems

Job description

As stewards of the campus, Facilities Management fosters and enriches an inviting and functional environment that welcomes and supports all who come here. Facilities Management clients include faculty, staff and students. Facilities Management reflects high service delivery standards and requirements. The team works together to ensure effective, efficient and safe performance for the operation, maintenance and repair of campus buildings.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Energy Systems and Controls, the Supervisor, Mechanical Services provides leadership to, and is responsible for the coordination of the following trade units within the Mechanical section: lead-hand (bld. systems mechanics), heavy duty mechanic, maintenance worker.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to supervise, motivate and coach others
• Ability to use good judgment and experience to solve complex operational challenges
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative and constructive style
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, administration, clients, and the general campus community
• Strong customer service focus
• Proficient in the use of standard office hardware and software including MS Office (excel, word, outlook) and database applications (computerized maintenance management systems).
• Effective use of modern business administration including financial/budget administration and basic accounting processes.
• Dedication to industry standards and improvements, continuous learning and development and improvements
  
  

Specialized Knowledge/Education

• Interprovincial BC Red Seal Mechanical, an asset
• Trade certification (pipe fitter, millwright, HVAC mechanic)
• Training or education in the areas of leadership, management and supervision
• Safety training and knowledge of applicable codes, standards and WorkSafeBC regulations
• Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence
• Gas Fitter qualification is desirable
• Swimming Pool operator certification is desirable
  
  

Experience

• 10 years experience as a Mechanical Trade Worker
• 5 years recent successful experience supervisory experience obtained in a unionized building trades or plant organization
• Working knowledge of building mechanical systems
• Delivering an effective plant and machinery maintenance program
• Swimming Pool operation and maintenance
• DDC controls systems and champion of energy efficiency
  
  

Preference may be given to experience gained in a post-secondary or similarly large, complex and unionized organization.

Where available, equivalent combination of training, education or related experience may be considered.

Additional Requirements

Willingness to work any recognized shift, including weekends when required.