Saint Mary’s University

Date Posted: June 26, 2024

Posting Deadline: July 10, 2024

Department: Facilities Management

Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-time

Group Affiliation: APC Group, Group 6 ($67,407 - $86,862 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Trades and Maintenance Supervisor to join our Facilities Management team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Manager, Maintenance and Operations, the Trades and Maintenance Supervisor will:

• Supervision: Supervise current compliment of thirty-five (35) fulltime staff, team leads, seasonal trades and summer staff.
• Assign tasks and/or delegates responsibility
• Monitor performance and provides day-to-day and periodic formal performance feedback.
• Operations: Assign resources and establish priorities to deal with operations and planned maintenance of the specific areas.
• Safety: Monitor and ensures all work performed by contractors is performed in accordance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct and documents safety "Toolbox" meetings with staff. Follows up on any items raised in these meetings.
• Administration: Provides reports, daily to the Manager regarding planned assignments, planned special projects, staffing, problem areas, determined concerns, resolutions, etc.
• Quality Control: Inspects all campus buildings to ensure tasks are being completed in a timely manner.
• Snow and Ice control with flexibility around weather events.
• 80% field and inspection, 20% administration.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful Trades and Maintenance Supervisor you will have:

• Building Trade School certificate with Journeyman status, CET or Power Engineering License.
• 3 years' experience plus 3 years supervisory experience in a large complex with multiple systems and buildings.
• Supervisory experience in a unionized environment.
• Knowledge of building systems and maintenance.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Knowledge of construction management.
• Available to take emergency calls.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black/African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].