Manager of Asset & Facility

Pay or shift range $49,920 CAD to $59,280 CAD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are made within the noted range based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job‑related reasons.

Travel Required: Yes. Travel throughout the Niagara Region.

Employment Type Regular part‑time contract – 20 hours per week on average. The contract ends December 31, 2027 with possibility of renewal at that time.

Placement Date: May 2026.

Description Manager of Asset and Facility.

The YMCA of Niagara is a purpose‑led organization focused on community well‑being. This role is part of a multi‑site portfolio of facilities, providing enterprise‑level oversight to ensure safety, compliance, and alignment with the organization’s mission.

What will your day (or week) look like? This role balances strategic planning with disciplined execution across a multi‑site portfolio. You will analyze asset condition, lifecycle data, and risk to inform maintenance priorities and capital investments, while advancing long‑range capital plans aligned with organizational priorities and community impact.

You will establish standardized maintenance, inspection, and cleaning protocols, and lead vendor and contractor performance to ensure compliance, cost control, and consistent service delivery. In close partnership with operational leaders, you will ensure facilities support safe, inclusive, high‑quality YMCA experiences.

You will also provide technical guidance for sites without dedicated facility staff, while overseeing compliance, audits, and risk management. Using performance data, you will drive continuous improvement and responsible stewardship of capital and operating resources.

Role Snapshot Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the Manager – Asset & Facilities provides enterprise‑level oversight of YMCA of Niagara’s facility portfolio, ensuring all environments are safe, compliant, and aligned with the organization’s mission to strengthen community.

Asset Strategy and Lifecycle Management:

Leads portfolio‑wide asset oversight, condition monitoring, and long‑range capital planning to sustain safe, reliable, and high‑performing facilities.

Maintenance and Operational Standards:

Establishes and governs preventative maintenance programs, inspection protocols, and consistent facility standards across all sites.

Vendor, Contract and Service Delivery Management:

Directs procurement and performance of contractors and service providers to ensure compliance, quality, and value across the portfolio.

Risk, Compliance and Safety:

Oversees regulatory compliance, facility audits, and risk management practices to protect people, assets, and operations.

Financial Stewardship and Strategic Collaboration:

Manages capital and maintenance investments while partnering with leadership to align facility strategy with program delivery and community impact.

Qualifications & Experience

Post‑secondary education in facilities management, building operations, engineering, or construction management.

Facility Management certification or trade‑related certifications (e.g., HVAC, building operator certification, FMP, or equivalent) considered an asset.

Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or willingness to obtain.

5+ years of progressive experience in facility operations, asset management, building maintenance, or property management, preferably in a multi‑site environment.

Demonstrated experience overseeing building systems including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural components.

Technical knowledge of HVAC systems, preventative maintenance practices, building automation systems, and energy management principles.

Knowledge of aquatics mechanical systems including filtration, chemical treatment, and circulation systems.

Experience developing, implementing, and monitoring preventative maintenance programs and asset lifecycle plans.

Proven experience managing contractors, vendors, and service agreements, including procurement, performance management, and contract compliance across multiple priorities and a diverse property portfolio.

Experience as a Project Manager, coordinating and/or leading capital repair, refurbishment, and infrastructure renewal projects.

Experience working with budgets, including tracking operating and capital expenditures and supporting long‑term capital planning.

Strong working knowledge of inspections, audit and regulatory compliance to applicable legislation and standards, including building codes, fire and life safety systems, pool operations (Ontario Regulation 565), and occupational health & safety requirements.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders, external partners, and non‑technical staff.

Demonstrated ability to provide technical guidance and support to operational teams, including sites without dedicated facility staff.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with facility or asset management systems (e.g., CMMS, BAS platforms).

Current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) issued for the YMCA of Niagara.

Benefits YMCA of Niagara membership benefit upon hire.

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