Come work as a Senior Manager, Facilities Maintenance and Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Reporting to the Director, the Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operational management and/or maintenance of designated physical plant health site(s) for Vancouver Coastal Health in a manner consistent with industry best practices ensuring a safe and reliable environment for the delivery of healthcare-related services.

As a Senior Manager, Facilities Maintenance and Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

• Establish, develop and implement department goals, objectives and operational requirements consistent with the organization’s strategic and operational objectives; review current operations and develop appropriate systems and processes to ensure effective and efficient facilities operations for the assigned site (s).

• Develop and implement the annual operating and capital budget for the assigned site (s); be responsible for monitoring expenditures, variance analysis and reporting; take corrective actions as required.

• Manage the recruitment, mentoring and professional development of assigned staff and contract employees; supervise designated staff, determine staff schedules, provide work direction and assignment of duties to meet operational requirements; conduct employee performance reviews, coaching session and facilitation of goal setting with the employee; identify training/educational requirements as needed.

• Investigate work and/or staff performance issues and initiate disciplinary action up to and including termination; participate in grievance process and other labour relation matters up to and including Step 3 grievances as an Employer representative; participate in labour/management meetings and in the essential service designation processes for the assigned sites.

• Oversee the development and continuous improvement of maintenance programs; apply planning/scheduling techniques and risk-mitigation strategies to ensure effective delivery of preventive, predictive and responsive maintenance; ensure appropriate use of the computerized maintenance management system.

• Procure and manage the work of external service providers, directly or through subordinate supervisors; determine terms of reference, negotiate and monitor contractual agreements for specialized maintenance, grounds and renovation work, as required.

• Manage assigned construction, renovation and/or maintenance projects; liaise with partners and coordinate the activities of staff, consultants, and contractors to ensure project requirements are met and facilities impacts are minimized.

• Oversee the development and continuous improvement of policies, procedures, and programs in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards; ensure compliance by employees and external service providers; collaborate with, and provide technical and logistical support to the Planning and Capital Projects teams.

• Develop and maintain key internal/external stakeholder relations and participates on committees as required; develop and prioritize capital infrastructure renewal plans in consultation with the Director; participate as a member of the organization’s leadership team as a subject matter expert within area of expertise.

• Participate in the development and activation of business continuity plans in cooperation with clinical leadership and Emergency Management.

• Ensure that facilities are maintained consistent with best practices regarding energy conservation, carbon footprint reduction, LEED certification and other relevant environmental standards.

• Provide support in specific areas such as infrastructure, technical standards, systems commissioning, contract management, and safety or integrity management, as assigned by the Director.

• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements.  Immediately report unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Seven (7) to ten (10) years recent, related progressive supervisory and management experience in a large, complex unionized environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Demonstrated working knowledge of building systems, operations and maintenance practices in a complex, multi-site health care environment.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of appropriate legislation, relevant laws and by-laws, and provincial/national standards.
• Proven initiative, judgment, decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to take action in a crisis management environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coach team members.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain rapport with staff and other stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to supervise and provide direction to staff, consultant and other contractors.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to operate related equipment including related software applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
  
  

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH):

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.