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Hays Specialist Recruitment has partnered with a leading hospitality organization to hire a Facilities Manager for a six-month contract opportunity. This role will oversee daily building operations, preventative maintenance programs, contractor management, and a small facilities team supporting a busy, guest-focused property.

This position is ideal for a hands-on facilities professional who enjoys balancing leadership responsibilities with technical maintenance work. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment while ensuring building systems and operations run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily facilities operations and supervise a team of maintenance technicians
• Establish priorities and coordinate maintenance activities across guest-facing and operational areas
• Perform hands-on repairs and troubleshooting, including HVAC systems, plumbing, basic electrical, drywall, painting, doors, locks, hardware, and general building maintenance
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime and recurring issues
• Monitor building systems including HVAC, boilers, plumbing, electrical, fire and life-safety systems, elevators, and commercial equipment
• Coordinate vendors and contractors, including obtaining quotations, scheduling work, and ensuring project completion
• Respond to urgent maintenance issues, equipment failures, leaks, alarms, and other operational emergencies
• Maintain work orders, maintenance records, inspection reports, inventory logs, and compliance documentation
• Support purchasing activities, budgeting discussions, and repair-versus-replace recommendations
• Partner with operational teams to schedule maintenance activities with minimal disruption
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, safe work practices,
  
  
  
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• Provide regular updates to leadership regarding facility conditions, risks, and ongoing maintenance projects

What You Need to Succeed

• 5+ years of experience in facilities management, building operations, property maintenance, hotel engineering, or a related environment
• Previous experience leading maintenance staff, assigning work, and managing daily operations
• Solid hands-on experience with HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, boilers, and general building repairs
• Experience supporting occupied environments such as hospitality, residential, retirement, healthcare, institutional, or mixed-use facilities
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot building issues and implement practical long-term solutions
• Experience managing contractors, vendors, service providers, and maintenance projects
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with technicians, leadership teams, and external stakeholders
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or work-order software
• Knowledge of Ontario health and safety regulations, fire and life-safety requirements, and safe maintenance practices
• WHMIS certification, trade licenses, or facilities-related certifications are considered assets
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and emergency support when required
• Valid Ontario driver's licence is considered an asset

What's In It For You

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established hospitality organization in a highly visible leadership role. You will have the opportunity to oversee a diverse range of building systems, lead a dedicated maintenance team, and make a direct impact on operational excellence and the overall guest experience. The role offers competitive compensation, exposure to a dynamic workplace, and the potential for extension or permanent employment based on business needs and performance.