Manager, Facility Operations & Maintenance Services Employment Status Permanent Full time This position provides strategic leadership for the operation, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and performance of municipal buildings and facilities.

Number of available positions: Date of Posting: Duration (if temporary): N/A Location: Lindsay, ON Union: NON-UNION The City of Kawartha Lakes invites applications to join our team as a Manager, Facility Operations & Maintenance Services. When you come to work for the City of Kawartha Lakes, you are joining a community of municipal workers who take pride in knowing that every day you are having a positive impact in the community.Our mission is to deliver the highest standards of municipal services while creating a healthy and sustainable future for all Kawartha Lakes’ residents and businesses. We work to our values of Accountability, Respect and Teamwork and we want you to Jump In with us!!

We are an equal opportunity employer which values equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We foster a safe and creative work workplace, where training and skill development are prioritized, with opportunities and support for career advancement. As a team member at the City of Kawartha Lakes, you may be entitled to the following: flexible work hours, remote and hybrid working arrangements, OMERS pension (defined benefit), employer paid benefits package including short and long term disability income replacement, education reimbursement and other programs that foster innovation, leadership, and career advancement.

Job Title: Manager, Facility Operations & Maintenance Services

Salary: $128,232 - 150,013 annually (2026) Reports to: Director, Community Services Location: Lindsay, ON Hours of Work: Normal working hours are 37.5 hours per week, with core working hours between 8:00am and 5:00pm Other: Combination of general office environment and occasional off-site travel. Attend meetings, conferences, and departmental emergency situations, which may be outside of normal business hours. Frequent interaction with staff, elected officials, community organizations, user groups, residents, and external stakeholders with exposure to multiple municipal recreation environments including aquatic facilities, wellness spaces, program areas, and public service counters.

Requirement to travel between municipal facilities and program locations throughout the municipality.

Job Duties:



Develop long-term facility management strategies and maintenance programs Lead facility lifecycle planning and asset renewal initiatives Support energy management, accessibility, sustainability, and climate adaptation initiatives Monitor facility performance and identify opportunities for operational improvement Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, codes, standards, and municipal policies Steward municipal facilities to maximize long-term value and service reliability As a member of the leadership team: Develop directives, standards, work plans for self and team members and measurements in area of responsibility, in order to deliver the defined goals and priorities Develop and administer methodologies and procedures and allocate resources to achieve strategic objectives, provide oversight of the delivery of organizational business processes and internal audits as well as internal communications Complete continuous research and analysis of industry trends in order to remain knowledgeable within the applicable areas of responsibility Demonstrate leadership in supporting team members, providing feedback and/or corrective action as needed Estimate budget requirements, making recommendations to inform current and future expenditures Procure services and goods related to areas of responsibility, including the authorization of time off requests, time worked and overtime costs Manage stakeholder interactions in the supply and receipt information, and analysis and resolution of issues Manage customer service concerns, investigating, problem solving and responding as appropriate Administer public relations activities on behalf of the department, identifying and communicating with all necessary audiences Prepare comprehensive statistical reports to support department reporting requirements and decision making Ensure collaborative partnerships are formed and maintained inside of the organization Create and maintain a cohesive team environment to support staff to achieve objectives Responsible for the hiring, onboarding,



performance management and supervision of staff in a unionized environment in consultation with People Services Administer the terms of the applicable Collective Agreements in collaboration with People Services; act as a supervisor under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum seven (7) years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment Facility Management Professional (FMP), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Building Operator Certification (BOC), and/or Asset Management Professional (AMP) designation considered an asset Demonstrated experience overseeing facility operations, building systems, asset management, preventative maintenance and health and safety initiatives Demonstrated experience establishing and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, user groups, agencies and stakeholders Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and standards related to municipal facility operations, accessibility, health and safety, risk management and public sector service delivery Demonstrated leadership and management skills at a level to ensure successful program and employee performance outcomes and management Demonstrated knowledge and application of financial budget and business planning processes Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications, audio/video conferencing, the internet and any other related software Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence or the ability to frequently attend work related activities at various sites within the municipality or at other sites within Ontario Upon a conditional offer of employment, an acceptable Criminal Record Check will be required This posting is for an existing, currently open position within Community Services. Applications will be reviewed as received. Applicants must be prepared for skills testing.

The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal chance employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

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