Manager, Facilities Operations

Company Description

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education.

The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Manager, Facilities Operations

Union : Non-Union

Site : Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Department : Facilities Management

Reports to : Director, Facilities

Hours : 37.5 Hours per week

Salary : $97,500 - $125,000 per annum. Commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Status : Permanent Full-Time

Shift : 07 : 00 to 15 : 00 (Mon to Fri)

Posted Date : May 06, 2024

Closing Date : May 21, 2024

Position Summary

The Facilities Operations Manager is a key member of the Facilities team at UHN. The successful candidate will lead the Facilities Operations team and function at the Toronto General Hospital to ensure high quality of service provided.

Duties

• Administering, planning, managing, directing and controlling the activities and quality of service of the Facilities Operations department;
• Maintaining responsibility for the operation of major base building systems (e.g., boilers, chillers, electrical power distribution systems, bed / stretcher repairs, water treatment, HVAC, plumbing, medical gas, elevators, etc.) on a 7 / 24 basis;
• Maintaining responsibility for the efficient use of all utilities purchased by the organization and for the quality of service provided by this section;
• Maintaining responsibility for the training and development of staff;
• Ensuring quality and continuous improvement of plant operations services and activities at all UHN sites;
• Managing departmental finances / budget;
• Participating in corporate meetings, initiatives and programs;
• Establish and implement schedules for the completion of preventative and routine maintenance utilizing appropriate systems;
• Developing annual and long-range maintenance plans to meet departmental and Hospital goals, staffing changes and process improvements;
• Performs all duties in compliance with all codes, standards, regulations, and legislation.

Qualifications

A minimum completion of a community college diploma program in Building Operations, Relevant Trade (e.g. Mechanical or Electrical Engineer or Certified Engineering Technician or Technologist, etc.

or recognized equivalent required.

• Canadian Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CCHFM) designation;
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM) designation;
• Facilities Management Administrator / Real Property Administrator (FMA / RPA);
• Registered member is good standing with applicable processional affiliation / membership;
• Minimum eight (8) years experience in facility operations with at least two (2) years of supervisory or management experience.
• Computer literacy required, including experience with building automation systems
• Excellent organizational planning, time management, interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required;
• Ability to read and write English and to interpret basic mechanical, electrical and structural drawings.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry standards, Hospital policies and procedures (including internal "Codes"), financial control principles, hazardous and biomedical waste procedures and WHMIS and OHS regulations;
• Ability to implement sustainable, beneficial change;
• Knowledge of collective agreements and managing a unionized labour force required;
• Excellent management and leadership skills required;
• Detail orientation and initiative required;
• Hospital experience preferred.

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks.

It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
• Wellness services & offerings
• Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including : travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN's mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.