Site Operations Coordinator

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The role

We are looking for a Site Operations Coordinator to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The successful candidate would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity Excellence Respect and Creativity.

As part of the Real Property Planning and Management (RPPM) Branch Operations and Maintenance unit the Site Operations Coordinator is responsible for planning contracting and coordinating the delivery of building services and general maintenance requirements within the building. The Site Operations Coordinator evaluates the performance of various building equipment and systems troubleshoots problems and malfunctions and proposes technical solutions.

The Site Operations Coordinator is also responsible to coordinate aspects of the security environmental and safety and health requirements within the buildings in support of programs and business operations. The Site Operations Coordinator will report to a Site Operations Manager. The position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but does oversee and manage services provided by third party service providers.

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 related technological or technical field such as architectural electrical or mechanical.

A combination of a trade certification (Electrician HVAC Millwright and Plumber) with the relevant experience would be considered.

For information oncertificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Significant* experience in the coordination of activities related to building service delivery maintenance infrastructure support property management.
• Significant* experience in performance analysis and preventive maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Significant* experience in coordinating the on-site activities of contractors on multi-trade projects.
• Experience reviewing plans drawings prepare preliminary sketches and estimates for renovations or modifications.
• Significant* experience with the application of the related federal and provincial building codes standards acts legislation and regulations.
• Significant* experience in the coordination of construction projects (under 100k).

* Significant experience is defined as two (2) to six (6) years of experience.

The following listed experience would be considered as an asset:

• Experience supporting specialized research facilities and laboratories.
• Experience working with various computer programs such as AutoCad SAP Plant Maintenance and material management systems.
• Experience coordinating construction contracts in the Federal Government environment.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language requirements

French

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

• Solid ability to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment in compliance with Occupational Health & Safety regulations and legislation as well as construction safety standards and practices.
• Solid knowledge of building automation systems (BAS) and electromechanical components including heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) electrical and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of practices and procedures equipment maintenance and technical issues in various trades such as electrical architectural mechanical and telecommunications.
• Strong ability to coordinate and supervise technical interventions and the work of construction contractors particularly during projects involving additions renovations equipment installation and commissioning.
• Ability to interpret technical plans and drawings and to prepare sketches and preliminary estimates for renovation or modification projects.
• Knowledge of project management principles.

Behavioural competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile:Technology Support.

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Compensation

From $66126to $91012per 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.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives.
• Overtime may sometimes be required.
• Willingness to occasionally work on evenings weekends and/or on statutory holidays.
• Willingness to work on-call with a rotation.
• A pre-qualified list may 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.