Mount Saint Vincent University

Reporting to the Director of Facilities Management, the Manager of Facilities Operations is responsible for the maintenance and operations for 16 buildings with over 650,000 square feet of building infrastructure situated on 38 acres of land. You'll be responsible for the management of services and processes that support the core business of the University. You'll ensure that best practices are followed for maximum efficiency and that the most suitable working environment is attained for its clients and activities. This position requires the supervision of multi-disciplinary teams and performance management of 16 permanent and part time staff. Depending on project size and complexity you will provide project management duties for alterations, renovations and new construction projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure that all mechanical, electrical, central heating plant, specialized equipment, and building infrastructure is maintained and operated in accordance with applicable provincial codes and standards to ensure an interruption free operation which is safe and efficient.
• Maximizes operating cost effectiveness which includes responsibility for purchasing, inventory control and provides financial advice associated with project planning and budget control.
• Form and maintain effective working relationships with other university departments, provincial inspection agencies, contractors and suppliers.

Completion of a two-year Community College diploma with at least 8 years of related experience, which includes supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Previous experience within the University sector would be an asset but related work in Healthcare and schools would also be advantageous. Organizational ability and high level of attention to detail is a must in this position. Supporting all of these skills is a strong commitment to excellent customer service. Candidates should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and have an aptitude for, or previous experience, using cloud based Maintenance Management Systems.

Recognized as a leader in distance and experiential learning, and based on a strong tradition of social responsibility, Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. Founded in 1873, the Mount has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios, for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities, for its legacy in the advancement of women, and for facilitating critical advancements in food security, healthy aging, literacy, and childhood development. The Mount believes that our people are our foundation and our relationships are built on respect and accountability. Please visit www.msvu.ca to learn more about us.

Applications should include a cover letter and resume. This competition closes on December 20, 2018.

Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions, Indigenous persons, African Canadians, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.