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The Opportunity
Sydney, NS

Education and Training

Experienced

Full-time

Competition Number: 2627-130

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Pension plan

Group RRSP

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Facilities Manager (CL7)
Education

Sydney Waterfront Campus

Sydney, Nova Scotia

Department of Facilities and Engineering
Continuing Full Time Position : Commencing approximately August 17, 2026

Application deadline is 11:59pm, August 6, 2026

Competition No. 2627-130

Salary range : $107,348.091 to $126,291.871 annually

What you'll do
Responsibilities
What you'll be doing

Be accountable for efficiently maintaining the buildings and grounds of the Campus to a standard of health, safety, cleanliness, appearance, physical security and energy efficiency generally associated with a public post-secondary educational institution offering a full schedule of daytime programs and evening courses, with an emphasis on sustainability and valuing our customers and their needs.

Provide cost-effective and timely facility management and maintenance services that promote our commitment to the care and preservation of the Campus facilities, a safe working environment, and effective risk management to create and maintain a welcoming setting reflecting standards of excellence in support of NSCC programs.

The office of the Facilities Manager has a consolidated budget under their direct control and are responsible for managing and overseeing and work to ensure that the organization’s costs are maintained and that their financial goals are met. The Facilities Manager has a mix of unionized staff resources consisting of skilled trades, maintenance and custodial along with a complement of casual assistance is required during periods of peak activity for events and summer relief.

What you'll need
Qualifications
Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

The minimum education qualification for this position is a Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in Facilities Management or Building Sciences such as:

Architectural or Engineering

Building Owners & Managers Association (BOMA) /Building Environment Systems (BES)/International Facility Management Association (IFMA)

Power Engineering - 3rd Class

Journeyperson Certified Trade:Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, etc.

You have 7-10 years (full-time equivalent)



of recent occupational experience in a facilities management role, including construction and maintenance services, building operations and facility administration, which includes 5 years' experience supervising, managing or leading a team.

Occupational experience that includes project management, Construction Safety Supervisor certification, preventative maintenance, inventory control, energy and systems management would be considered an asset.

A management credential, certificate in Project Management and Construction Safety Supervisor certification or equivalent would be considered assets.

You are familiar and comfortable using computer applications such as Microsoft Office 365, CMM systems such as Megamation, Building Automation Control Systems (BAS) along with familiarity with Security and CCTV software, inventory control systems, and are comfortable working in a paperless environment.

You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology, and you are committed to using technology to create an exceptional student experience.

Relevant Skills And Knowledge

You demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion

You possess excellent interpersonal skills that enable you to interact at all levels of an organization

You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction

Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment

You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in Occupational Health and Safety and Risk management.

You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills

You are a strong communicator

You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to facility operation (e.g., coordinating services, work, events, logistics, etc.).

You have proven records and information management skills and abilities specifically related to facilities management, Inventory control, preventative maintenance, and routine safety requirements.





You have strong project management skills and are comfortable working with capital projects.

You have demonstrated strength in supervising, managing and leading a team

You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence

You are dedicated to life-long learning

You show a strong commitment to community involvement

A Little Bit About Us
Nova Scotia Community College

We value Diversity and Inclusion
The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Mi'kmaq, Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

NSCC is organized into six campus regions and one stand‑alone campus. Each region and stand‑alone campus is led by a designated Principal and regional management team which supports NSCC's commitment to accessible, high-quality education across the province.

Eastern Region: Includes Pictou Campus, Strait Area Campus, and Wagmatcook Learning Centre

Northern Region: Includes Truro Campus, Cumberland Campus, and Amherst Learning Centre

Metro Region: Includes Akerley Campus and IT Campus

Southwest Region: Includes Lunenburg, Shelburne, Burridge Campuses, and Digby Learning Centre

Valley Region: Includes Kingstec Campus, Annapolis Valley Campus, and the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS)

Sydney Waterfront and eCampus Region: Includes Sydney Waterfront Campus and eCampus

Stand‑Alone Campus

Ivany Campus

Are you interested?

Work With Us

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact David Meister, HR Talent Consultant at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

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