Responsibilities:

 Supervises and coordinates janitorial, maintenance, and ground maintenance services
 Implements all maintenance and general procurement of sub-contractor services, schedules installations and oversees that such repairs are accomplished in a safe and timely manner.
 Ensures implementation of safety regulations and programs.
 Manage budgetary needs, monitor expenditures and take corrective action when needed.
 To take ownership for the business and suggest improvements which will result in increased income and/or reduced costs.
 Supervise subordinate personnel including: hiring, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.
 Monitors and evaluates operations, programs, processes and/or practices for quality and effectiveness; makes recommendations for improvement
 Develops, evaluates, or reviews plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities; assesses feasibility of proposals
 Ensure that all legislative requirements are met
 Ensure that all of the services provided excel in performance standards and meet all customer expectations.

Requirements:

 Degree/Diploma/designation in engineering, business administration, or property management, but may be substituted by progressive equivalent job experience.
 Minimum experience should be at least 5 to 7 years of supervision in the operation of a commercial or institutional facility.
 Experience should include a well-rounded background and broad knowledge of facilities management including but not limited to; heating, air conditioning, electrical and plumbing systems, including equipment maintenance and repairs, health and safety, janitorial services, information technology, and project management.
 Knowledge and experience of heating, air conditioning systems, electrical systems, building and grounds maintenance and equipment repair.




 Understanding of various Federal, Provincial/State and local codes and regulations involving construction, installation, fire, safety and sanitation.
 Overall responsibility for successful delivery of projects (both small and major capital)
 Provide leadership in financial planning, stewardship, analysis and forecasting.
 Responsible for reviewing financial reports, recognizing variations and providing corrective actions to achieve budget.
 Ability to meet with service contractors and vendors regarding the negotiation of contracts, agreements and guarantees.
 Experience with procurement and/or administration of contracts or similar agreements, as well as with bids, quotes and award procedures
 Ability to set priorities and make appropriate decisions on repairs or assignments contingent upon availability of parts manpower.
 Ability to develop mid and long-term plans and programs and to evaluate work accomplishments and assist in asset management planning.
 Ability to supervise and train subordinate employees.
 Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, AutoCAD drawings, project schedules, and procedure manuals.
 Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
 Positive knowledge of PC operations and software (Word processing and spreadsheet) are required.
 Management of environmental and energy initiatives
 Management of key performance indicator (KPI) expectations
 Management of life safety requirements and management of quality requirements, as well as creation of and management of the O&M; budget.
 Assist in the development of the organization objectives and ensure plans of action are outlined.
 Develop strategies on optimizing all aspects of the operation through the maximizing of revenues, marketing and services.
 Ensure workforce is utilized to its highest potential.
 Develop a solid communication link with staff and customers, using a positive favorable image.

📌 General Manager, Facilities (Canada)
🏢 ESFM
📍 Canada