Facilities Services Manager (non-union) (NADMIN 12-25)

Job Summary:
Reporting to the Director, Corporate Services, the Manager of Facilities Services will assume leadership responsibility for hospital physical facilities and building systems infrastructure including proper operations, repair and maintenance of all plant and building systems equipment for all Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre and Long-Term care. In addition, oversees the responsibility for operations and support for all hospital own building on and off campus. The Manager is responsible for providing leadership to the facilities team and supports the overall mission, vision and values of the health centre in providing a safe, functional, comfortable environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Qualifications:
• Preferred designation and/or education in one of the following: Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, Electronics Technologist diploma, and/or another recognized trade certification relevant to the organization’s operational needs.
• Facility Management Certification (CFM) preferred
• Able to attain CHES (Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society) membership
• BOMI (Building Owners and Managers Association Canada) certification an asset
• Knowledge and experience in concepts and trends in building automated management systems, heating and ventilation systems, electrical, plumbing, health care and change management.
• Solid understanding of compliance related to health and safety regulations (CSA) including Ontario Building Code and Ontario Fire Code requirements.
• Demonstrated mechanical/electrical/technical background including Plant Operations and Building Automation Systems (BSM).
• Three (3) years progressive facilities building/maintenance management experience within a healthcare setting preferred.
• Demonstrated abilities in leadership roles, effective communication, problem solving, team building, conflict resolution, decision making, managing change, and group processes.

Job Duties:
• Provides direction and oversight of the day-to-day operations of the hospital building systems including mechanical, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, electrical, plumbing, medical gases and life safety.
• Prepares annual operating budgets, variances, staffing plans and capital requests in collaboration with the director. Monitors monthly expenditures through detailed variance reporting.
• Develop and manage comprehensive capital planning strategies to prioritize and allocate resources effectively for infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with the organization’s long-term goals and financial objectives.
• Monitors building and repair maintenance work orders by assigning priorities, managing emergency requests and developing schedules for work, requisitions and preventative maintenance.
• Manages and coordinates all general maintenance and repair services for hospital owned accommodations and rentals including snow removal and lawn and other ongoing repairs.
• Implement all building equipment maintenance and service and general procurement of sub-contractor services, schedules and installations, and oversee that such repairs are accomplished in a safe and timely manner.
• Manage the coordination of contract awarded Capital and HIRF construction projects including technical oversight of projects and review of construction documents and drawings including mechanical, electrical, structural and change orders and working closely with contractors and subs.
• Ensures the continuity and reliability of utilities, systems and physical plant to ensure a safe, secure, comfortable physical environment for staff, volunteers, in/outpatients, residents and associated family and visitors.
• Oversees and maintains the implementation of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all building systems and equipment.
• Creates and approves staff schedules, leave requests in alignment with collective agreements while ensuring sufficient staffing to meet departmental needs.
Job Duties, continued:
• Implements process/cost-effectiveness improvements and oversees all building system reporting activities, including energy management program(s) and energy-saving initiatives.
• Establishes and maintains a culture of safety within the organization through visible leadership and ensures training, documentation, personal protective equipment, and procedures are available and applied.
• Engages and manages contractors, consultants, engineers, project managers and various professional disciplines involving construction, problem-solving of building matters, renovations and major capital investments including prioritizing, and managing approved projects/renovations or purchases.
• Has a broad knowledge of the requirements of occupational health and safety including certification in infection control during construction, renovation, and maintenance of health care facilities in accordance with CSA-Z317.13-22.
• Responsible for the effective use of department resources (e.g., budget, staffing, etc.). Ensures financial and planning processes are appropriately linked to projects, service delivery and other visible department outputs which provide value to clients while identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation.
• Supports the development and implementation of policies, procedures and systems for facilities building systems and maintenance that are in alignment with the hospital, human resources and union collective agreements.
• Provides support to the Director, and other Managers and staff as designated and acts as a resource to senior management, managers and others relating to building systems, repairs and renovations.
• Actively and appropriately communicates information with staff (work orders and projects, financial performance, strategic plan directions, information and direction from senior management etc.).
• Establishes and ensures the maintenance of a positive work environment in which staff are encouraged and expected to achieve their full individual and team potential. Consistently demonstrates strong interpersonal skills including respect for and valuing the abilities of other team members.

Benefits:
• Part of a highly motivated leadership team and healthcare professionals
• Full pension plan with HOOPP, employer contribution of 126%
• Blue-cross benefits package
• Five (5) weeks of paid vacation (starting)
• Housing and relocation assistance
• Funded professional development opportunities

Competition No:  NADMIN 12-25    Please quote on your application.