Infrastructure Operations Lead
Job Summary
Position Title: InfrastructureOperations Lead
Job Posting Deadline for Internal Candidates: August 4 2026
Employment Status:Permanent Full-Time
Position Status: This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position
Vacancy Status:This posting is for an existing vacancy
Hours of Work:Monday - Friday 35 hours per week
Salary Range:$64000 -$68000 commensurate on skills and experience and plus Group Benefits & HOOPP
Position Reports to:ManagerInfrastructureManagement & Operations
Primary work location:Oshawa with flexibility to work at other DCHC sites as required.
Organization
Who We Are:Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is a registered charitable organization that provides integrated accessible and equitable community-based primary care wellness services and health education for Durham community members facing barriers to health and well-being.
Who We Serve:DCHC offers equity-focused programs and services for priority populations including Indigenous peoples Black communities 2SLGBTQI community members newcomers to Canada seniors and clients without a family doctor. This approach helps community members access both preventive care and care when they are ill.
How We Work:Our interprofessional team includes physicians nurse practitioners nurses counsellors dietitians outreach workers medical secretaries and administrative staff. Together we place each client at the centre of care and respond to their needs through integrated clinical care wellness supports and health education.
Why Join Now:This is an exciting time to join DCHC as we advance an energizing path toward greater impact in local health care. Guided by our Strategic Plan Theory of Change brand client stories and resources we are diversifying expanding and strengthening how we serve the community.
Position Overview
TheInfrastructure OperationsLeadplays a crucial role in supporting the Infrastructure and Operationsteamin various key functions related to corporate Infrastructure Operations Leadis responsible forensuring the smooth operation of these essential services contributing to the overall efficiency and functionality ofDurham Community Health role involves overseeing and coordinating activities such as facilities managementandhealth and safety may be asked toassistorserve on committees or project groups.
Responsibilities
- Assistthemanagereffectively and efficiently managing all DCHC infrastructure and facilities for business updated business continuity plan exists within the organization.
- Assist Manager in development ofa multi-year infrastructure strategy exists in alignment with the organizations strategicplanwith the guidance of the manager.
- Proactively liaise with departmental leaders to seek input on infrastructure needs and areas ofimprovement/opportunities.
- Assistin managingall Capital Infrastructure projects including logistic management of the organization.
- Effectively work withexternal vendors toensure deliverables are met on budget and within established timelines.
- Assistin thenegotiation of new site leases relocation and related procurement or contractrenewals.
- Support with conductingappropriate engineeringand facility tests/reports to ensure safety and sustainability ofDHCfacilities.
- Assistin supervisingbuilding design and systemsand building operating systems (HVAC BAS Electrical Access control) with the support of the manager.
- Assistthe manager in ensuringperiodic and preventive maintenance through proactivetroubleshooting.
- Ensure that facility maintenance and cleanliness standards are met.
- Manage the facilities database securitysystemsand access control system(s).
- Support the manager in designing and implementing required policies.
- Supporttheeffectiveimplementationand adherence to Health and Safety legislation.
- Ensures that maintenance and preventative maintenance schedules aremaintained.
- Provides oversighttobuilding operations and contract staff and delegates and followsup ontasks asrequired.
- Support special projects orinitiatives asassigned
Operations Support:
- Support positive working relationships within the team through effective communication a culture of collaboration accountability inclusivity and innovation.
- Provide insights into service delivery design support goal setting staff performanceenhancementand quality improvement efforts.
- Effectively support fair workload distribution employeeschedulingand actioning of absence requests.
Qualifications
- Diplomain BusinessAdministration FacilitiesManagement Health CareManagementora relatedfield; or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- 3-5 years ofexperience infacilities managementand vendor management preferably in a healthcareand/or nonprofit setting.
- Experience with project management or project coordination
- General knowledge in the following areas:
- Fire pumps/fire panels
- HVAC systems
- Occupational Health and Safety standards and procedures
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build andmaintaininternal and external stakeholderrelationships.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint) building automation systems (BAS).
- Have excellentverbaland written communication skills.
- Understand tendering processes like RFQ RFP and RFI.
- Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines consistentlyin a busy environment with multiple competing priorities.
- Must have valid drivers license and regular access to a vehicle totravel inbetween sites asrequired.
- Be flexible and adaptable.
Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position. DCHC will adhere to its duty to accommodate individuals who are unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason protected under human rights legislation.
DCHC encourages applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities served including Indigenous peoples racialized persons persons with disabilities members of the 2SLGBTQIA community and other equity-deserving groups.
Application Process:
- We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicant submissions will be kept on file for six months for future consideration.
- Applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Written correspondence about this job posting may be sent directly to the email address provided on the resume. Applicants are responsible for checking their email regularly.
- All external hires must successfully complete pre-employment requirements including reference checks and criminal background checks including Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Please note that AI technology supports the application screening process. All final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.
Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and celebrates diversity so all employees have the opportunity to thrive. DCHC will comply with all applicable standards under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005 (AODA) the Ontario Human Rights Code and any other applicable legislation. If you have accessibility needs and require alternate formats or other accommodations please contact our Talent and Culture team at or by email at.
Required Experience:
Manager