Senior Facilities & Maintenance Manager

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We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Facilities & Maintenance Manager to oversee the infrastructure and building systems of our electronics manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Director Manufacturing Engineering this role ensures the smooth safe and compliant operation of our physical plantsupporting production uptime and driving high performance through efficient maintenance and operational support. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical background facilities experience in manufacturing and a metrics-driven approach to continuous improvement.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

Lead and manage all facility operations including HVAC electrical compressed air compressed air systems and building infrastructure.

Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and minimize unplanned downtime.

Ensure facilities comply with ISO 9001 and other relevant regulatory standards for electronics manufacturing.

Collaborate with production programs Engineering EHS and quality teams to ensure facility systems align with manufacturing needs and safety goals.

Manage vendors and contractors for routine services maintenance and capital improvement projects.

Lead capital projects related to facility upgrades equipment installations and layout modifications.

Oversee and optimize facility-related budgets including operational expenses and capital expenditUres (CapEx).

Maintain accurate facility documentation including layouts service logs permits inspections and audit reports.

Provide leadership for emergency planning facility response procedures and business continuity.

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Facilities Management Mechanical / Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.

5 years of facilities management experience in an electronics or high-tech manufacturing environment.

Understanding of the National Building Code of Canada and the Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations

Strong knowledge of facility systems relevant to electronics production including compressed air systems HVAC and electrical infrastructure.

Experience with preventive maintenance programs and KPI-driven facility management.

Familiarity with ISO 9001 and environmental compliance standards.

Proficient in CMMS platforms AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.

Certifications such as CFM FMP Lean Six Sigma are preferred.

Working Conditions :

On-site role at an electronics manufacturing facility.

Requires occasional after-hours or weekend availability for critical maintenance or emergencies.

May require physical activity including walking long distances climbing ladders and lifting moderate loads.

Typically a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent experience) and 7 years of related experience with 1 years of leadership experienceOSHA 10 certified (or equivalent)

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity inclusion equity and equality. Underpinned by our values behaviours and policies we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race religion colour national origin gender identity sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Whats in it for you

We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental life insurance RRSP deferred profit sharing optional critical illness insurance an EFAP and student bursaries

We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women Aboriginal Persons Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.

Reasonable accommodation statement : If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process please email

Company : Ultra Maritime

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Customer Service,Facility,Hand Tools,Equipment Maintenance,HVAC,CMMS,OSHA,Electrical Systems,Safety Procedures,Chillers,Mechanical Equipment,Boilers,Maintenance Tasks,Snow Removal,Air Compressors

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1