Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™. We are searching for a Facility Maintenance Manager to join our new Parkland At The Lakes 2 team based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities outstanding places to live, work and visit. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Comprehensive health, vision, and dental advantages plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program Life, travel, and other insurances Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety Supervises and evaluates the Maintenance team, including work assignments, training, disciplinary procedures, and performance evaluation Works with various community partners to ensure the health, wellness and safety of clients and employees in the various facilities Provides leadership and guidance in occupational and client health, safety and security programs oversees preventative maintenance program Asset Planner Administers the operating budget for building and maintenance; Updates Emergency Plans (Fire, Disaster, Bomb etc.)



This is performed in cooperation with the Regional Manager, Site Managers and Departmental supervisors Provides written reports to the Regional Manager on departmental and facility risk management on a quarterly and annual basis Collaborates with the Corporate Leadership team and facility management teams to develop and implement ongoing 5-year capital plan In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring: A degree or designation related to facility operation and maintenance or a combination of equivalent education and experience A minimum of 5 years’ experience working with commercial or residential building systems and facilities Hands on work experience in at least one of the following: plumbing, electrical, heating plants, HVAC, or carpentry A thorough knowledge and understanding of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, heating plants, etc.) Experience working with seniors in a retirement living or long-term care setting Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Centralized Maintenance Management Systems Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization.

We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care.

📌 Facilities Maintenance Manager - Electrical (Dartmouth)
🏢 Shannex
📍 Dartmouth