Site Operations and Maintenance Manager
Site Operations and Maintenance Manager
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Job Description
Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women Indigenous peoples* (First Nations Inuit and Mtis) persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
* The Employment Equity Act which is under review uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.
Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.
City:Vancouver
OrganizationalUnit:Real Property Planning and Management
Classification:TO-5
Tenure:Continuing
Language Requirements:English
Work Arrangements:Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements this position will require full-time physical presence at the at the NRC work location identified.
Discover the possible
Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC)recently named one of Canadas 2025 Top Employers for Young People a 2025 Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canadas Best Employers!
As Canadas leading research and technology organization our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canadas future and the world.
At the NRC youll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. Youll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly youll discover whats possible within you as you grow make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career discover your possible at the NRC.
The Role
We are looking for a Site Operations and Maintenance Manager (SOMM) to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch (RPPM). The incumbent would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity Excellence Respect and Creativity.
As part of the RPPM Operations and Maintenance directorate the SOMM is the clients primary point of contact and position responsible for all building operations preventive and corrective maintenance services and site requirements.
The SOMM is responsible for planning contracting and coordinating the delivery of building and site services including general maintenance inspection and monitoring. These services include but are not limited to the following; chilled water steam compressed air heating ventilation and air conditioning electrical services fire alarm and life safety systems.
In addition the SOMM is responsible for coordinating aspects of the security environmental issues land management utilities and building safety and health requirements in support of the clients programs and business operational needs.
The SOMM plays a key role in the NRC building infrastructure recapitalization program. They have the autonomy to identify and prioritize recapitalization projects for the entire site for discussion and approval by the Director of Engineering and Construction. These projects often have components that require high technical knowledge such as building automation systems energy recovery systems complex research equipment and other advanced building technologies.
Screening Criteria
Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:
Education
College diploma in a three-year program in Civil Structural Electrical Electronic Mechanical Engineering Technology or other discipline related to the position.
An equivalent combination of education training and experience would also be considered.
For information oncertificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency
Experience
- Experience planning contracting and coordinating the delivery of building and site services including general maintenance inspection and monitoring.
- Experience in performance management and development of staff including coaching mentoring and providing feedback on assigned work.
- Significant* experience ensuring compliance of building facility and site operations with applicable federal provincial and/or local regulatory requirements including building and construction codes and environment related act.
- Significant* experience in construction project management.
- Significant* experience managing budget for yearly operations and maintenance programs.
- Experience troubleshooting and resolving site and building issues.
- Experience making recommendations for site enhancements and upgrades as well as preparing Requests for Proposals (RFP) Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and/or Statements of Work (SOW) for multi-year service contracts.
The following experience might be considered as an asset:
- Experience managing research building and facility operations which may include specialized labs.
- Experience verifying and optimizing building systems in compliance with best practices and industry standards including commissioning re-commissioning and retro-commissioning.
* Significant experience is defined as at least two (2) years of experience.
Condition of Employment
Reliability Status
Language Requirements
Assessment Criteria
Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:
Technical Competencies
- Knowledge of federal provincial and/or local regulatory requirements including building and construction codes environment related acts.
- Knowledge of policies related to WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety.
- Knowledge of project management principles processes and tools.
- Knowledge of financial and procurement legislation regulations and policies.
- Knowledge of processes for managing contracts.
- Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
Behavioural Competencies
- Management services - Client focus (Level 3)
- Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)
- Supervisor - Communication (Level 3)
- Supervisor - Results orientation (Level 3)
- Supervisor - Teamwork (Level 3)
- Supervisor - Developing others (Level 2)
Competency Profile(s)
For this position the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s):Management Services;Supervisor;
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Compensation
From $99281to $117859 per annum.
NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan comprehensive health and dental coverage disability and life insurance office closure at the end of December and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.
Notes
- In 2025 the NRC has been chosen as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People the National Capital Regions Top Employers and Forbes Canadas Best Employers.
- Overtime might be required occasionally.
- Occasional travel might be required.
- Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives.
- A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.
- Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
- The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
- We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Please direct your questions with therequisition number (24081) to:
Telephone:
Closing Date: 15 July 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time
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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
