Assistant Manager - Maintenance And Operations

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 Req ID:
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Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location:
Central Zone, 
Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII 
Department:
FMS PM PROPFAC ADM-CNS
Type of Employment:
Permanent 
Hourly FT (
100% FTE) x
1 position(s)
Status:
Management/Non Union P
osition
Posting Closing Date:
19-Apr-24
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out novascotia to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
Responsible for supporting the Manager by providing leadership, directing and managing staff in the daily operations and prioritization of Zone facility services, contributing to the implementation and maintenance of standards, policies and procedures, job analysis, work flow routines, and staffing needs. Plans, organizes and directs the Maintenance/operations department (for responsible sites) for the operation, Maintenance and repair of the physical Plant, buildings and grounds, as well as associated hospital and kitchen equipment, to support the function of the facilities and to meet the needs of the patients, clients, and staff.  Responsible to oversee and coordinate construction projects under $50,000; to participate in the tendering and awarding of service/renovation contracts and ensure proper implementation (i.e. standards maintained) and minimal interference with hospital staff and services.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
-3rd Class Power Engineer, consideration to Certified Journeyperson or post secondary education related to Maintenance and Operations
-3 years leadership experience in facilities management and at least 1 year experience in managing employees and resources required
-3 years experience in a healthcare setting considered an asset
-Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practice, and organizational health.
-Sound knowledge of National Building Code, computerized building management systems and preventative maintenance programs
-Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
-Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
Compensation and Incentives
$36.33 - $45.42 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and self-identify.
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