Maintenance manager Jobs in Ottawa, ON

We are seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead facilities operations within a portfolio exceeding 350000 square feet across Canada where facilities management plays a critical role in connecting people places and processes to drive safety and workplace productivity. Reporting to the Senior Facilities Manager you will oversee daily maintenance operations ensuring all facilities remain safe functional and fully compliant with applicable codes and standards.

This hands-on leadership role is accountable for guiding a high-performing team coordinating contractors optimizing service delivery and identifying opportunities to reduce operating costs while supporting broader business objectives. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise proven experience in facilities leadership strong problem-solving capability and a continuous improvement mindset with the ability to deliver reliable high-quality service in a fast-paced evolving environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance repair and operation of building systems including HVAC electrical controls plumbing fire / life safety elevators and building envelope ensuring high-quality outcomes and alignment with service standards.
• Provide leadership to building operations team and manage facilities-related contracts and vendor relationships to ensure performance compliance and optimal value.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Diagnose complex building issues and determine appropriate repair or replacement strategies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employees regarding facility maintenance and building operations delivering exceptional internal customer service.
• Implement and maintain operational standards policies and procedures including site-specific facility protocols and documentation.
• Assist in budget planning and ensure maintenance activities are delivered within approved budget allocations.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance practices reduce equipment downtime and boost operational efficiency.
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations and policies.
• Provide on-call support as needed for emergency or off-hours issues.
• Travel may be required to support multiple locations.

Qualifications :

How We Work

Work Schedule : 37.5 hours per week - flexible within core business hours.

Work Arrangement : This is an onsite position. Limited opportunity to work remotely.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Information :

What We Offer

The hiring range for this position is $90000-$107000 CAD annual.

Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications including :

Benefits

At General Dynamics Mission SystemsCanada you can enjoy a competitive total rewards package.

Flexible benefit options available (including HCSA).

Access to financial advisors for investment advice and comprehensive financial planning.

Sick leave and disability programs.

Educational Assistance Program to support formal learning.

Free onsite parking.

Why join us

Purposeful Innovation :  Youll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. Youll apply advanced thinking design expertise and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. Youll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity new ideas and modern solutions.

Connection : We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives experiences and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite overcome challenges and deliver the world-class quality were known for. Here we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued respected and empowered.

Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways :  Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support professional certifications and continuous training youll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas broaden your skillset and expand your network. Youll be working on high-profile impactful projects that challenge your skills expand your expertise and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

Accommodation

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Closing Date

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

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Experience : years

Vacancy : 1