Sustainability and Asset Management, Corporate Services Posting Date: August 10, 2026 The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award-winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the chance to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

Reporting to the Manager, Capital Delivery and Facility Assets, the Building Life Systems Compliance Coordinator coordinates, administers, schedules, and maintains records for inspections, testing, maintenance, and repairs of building life safety systems and equipment across City facilities. This role supports compliance with the Ontario Fire Code and other applicable legislative requirements, standards, and internal procedures. The position also supports the review, optimization, and integration of compliance programs within the City’s Enterprise Asset Management system to ensure inspection, testing, maintenance, and record-keeping activities are tracked, documented, retained, and readily accessible.

Maintain inventories of legislated fire and life safety maintenance tasks in accordance with approved regulatory references, standards, and internal guidance. Review contractor-submitted reports for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with documented requirements, escalating discrepancies as required. Configure and maintain Enterprise Asset Management records, work orders, schedules, and documentation libraries related to legislated maintenance.





Coordinate inspection, testing, and maintenance schedules to align with prescribed frequencies and Ontario Fire Code requirements. Collaborate with departments to ensure spaces are accessible for testing and inspections, and track deficiencies through to closure. Support standardized workflows and reporting structures for audit and compliance tracking, including procedural training and guidance to staff.

Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and summaries reflecting compliance status, outstanding items, and trends. Prepare ad hoc reports for management and directors related to Fire Code compliance across City facilities and buildings. Post-secondary diploma in Facilities Management, Building Systems Technology, Property Management, Building Maintenance, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Three to five years of experience in building maintenance coordination, legislated or regulated maintenance tracking, asset management, or preventative maintenance programs. Working knowledge of fire and life safety maintenance requirements, applicable standards, and the Ontario Fire Code.

Experience using Enterprise Asset Management systems such as Lucity, Maximo, or SAP PM for maintenance and compliance tracking. Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and SharePoint.



Power BI experience and knowledge is preferred.

Effective communication, collaboration, customer service, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to follow established procedures, identify risks, escalating issues appropriately, and work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Valid Ontario

Class “G” driver’s licence with a good driving record and access to a reliable vehicle for corporate business. Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.

Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.

Teamwork & Relationship Building: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation. At the City of Markham, our work is guided by a shared set of core values that shape how we serve our community and support one another. We are looking for candidates who bring these values to life through their actions, decisions, and leadership approach.

Service Excellence: the consistent delivery of high-quality, efficient and customer-centric service that exceeds expectations.

Accountability: our obligation to be responsible and accountable for our actions, decisions and performance. As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check. The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier-free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve.

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📌 Building Life Systems Compliance Coordinator (Markham)
🏢 City of Markham
📍 Markham