Who We Are
Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario.
Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.
Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum.
In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, valuable governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.
As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.
What You'll Do
Reporting to the Director, Facilities,
the Facilities Operations Manager is responsible for managing operations and strategic planning for maintenance and improvements for the County’s facilities. The Manager leads the facilities operations team and ensures compliance with safety-related legislation and regulations. This role is responsible for implementing facilities projects by providing project management services, facilities operational planning and maintenance updates.
This role oversees the identification, procurement and implementation of operational upgrades and innovation, provides technical advice, ensuring facilities operations are satisfactory across the County.
What We're Looking For
Education & Experience
•Post-Secondary education in Facilities Management, Property Management or related areas
•Minimum 8 years of experience in facility operational management
•Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is an asset
•Experience supervising a facilities team
Skills & Abilities
•Expert knowledge of Architectural, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Systems and/or building envelopes (their interaction, life cycle and performance indicators)
•Knowledge of property management, maintenance practices and processes
•Knowledge of the relevant legislation including the Construction Act, Ontario Building Code, National and Ontario Electrical Code, Ministry of Labour regulations, Fire Code, Ontario Fire Marshals Act, CSA Standards, municipal by-laws
•Good understanding of life cycle costing analysis for facility investments
•Experience with public procurement of goods and services
•Experience with budget preparation and management
•Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
•Working knowledge of project management methodologies
•Proven ability to solve problems and resolve conflict
•Sound judgement and critical thinking are required
•Valid “G” driver’s license
What We Offer
•Market-competitive salary: $110,165-$129,602 per annum
•Hours per week: 35 hours
•100% Employer Paid Health Benefits
•Dental Benefits
•OMERS pension with equal employer match
•Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
•Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
•Paid health and wellness Leave
•Parental leave top up program
•Professional development opportunities
•Employee recognition programs
Apply by: August 20, 2026
Join Us!
Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!
If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at
[email protected].
The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
📌 Facilities Operations Manager (Walkerton)
🏢 Bruce County
📍 Walkerton