Manager, Environmental Support Services (224389)

In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Regional Manager Environmental Support Services the Manager Environmental Support Services is responsible for management of Environmental Support Services (ESS) at several Island Health-operated sites. The Manager ESS provides management implementation and administration of services within Island Health including service quality monitoring and performance issues. The Manager ESS acts as the Island Health liaison for internal customer departments to develop/modify service level agreements and to resolve any issues arising from the services.

The Manager ESS is responsible for all aspects of planning organizing and directing staff and activities of the ESS Department providing housekeeping services at various sites that are operated by Island Health. Working collaboratively with Island Health programs consultants contractors and partners the Manager ESS leads planning activities and works with teams to identify plan and implement changes and evaluate improvement initiatives.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

A level of education training and experience equivalent to a Bachelors degree in Business Administration or other related area and five (5) years recent related management experience including experience in an Environmental Support Services Department. Valid BC Drivers License.