Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other and strive to create inspiring incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are or how they learn. In choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the chance to push boundaries, flex your creativity and inspire positive change for so many people. If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us. Reporting to the Campus and Executive Support Manager, the Facilities Supervisor ensures the university campus is safe, clean, efficient, and conducive to the daily productivity and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and guests. You will lead a team of seven Facilities Coordinators and collaborate with a range of departments to support building operations, events, and essential services. You will support the evolving needs of maintenance, vendor relations, and process efficiencies on our growing campus while fostering an inclusive and motivated work environment. This is an on-site position based at our Steeles Avenue campus in Toronto, with occasional Saturday availability required. Your work behind the scenes will influence safety, comfort, and functionality for all members of our community. As a Facilities Supervisor, you will influence facilities strategy, support procurement decisions, and drive process innovation. You will inherit a team eager to grow, and have the chance to provide motivation and support. Yorkville is a forward-thinking academic institution committed to innovation and collaboration. While highly valued and critical to our organization, it is important to note that this is a non academic,



non administration role and as such career path opportunities are also not academic or administration related. As our new Facilities Supervisor, you will focus on: A comprehensive facilities maintenance program. You will develop and implement a comprehensive maintenance program to ensure the proper functioning of all building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and exterior maintenance. You will participate in facilities-related projects, including expansions, renovations, and relocations. Team supervision. You will nurture an inclusive and collaborative environment, meet with Facilities Coordinators on a regular basis to understand their day-to-day tasks, challenges, and goals, and provide coaching and performance management. Third-party services. You will oversee routine inspections, repairs, and maintenance tasks to keep the facilities in optimal condition and coordinate with external contractors and vendors for specialized repairs and maintenance services. You will be on-site to oversee and assist with event setup, access, operation, and take down in collaboration with internal and external teams. You will collaborate on emergency response planning and support campus-wide safety initiatives. You will verify adherence to all health and safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards.



You will maintain an accurate inventory of supplies and align usage with product standards and provide training in safe usage. You have facilities management experience in an academic, hospital, manufacturing, or warehouse environment. You possess working knowledge of building systems, maintenance procedures, and workplace safety practices. You are committed to working across departments, supporting diverse needs, and delivering consistent service. You are hands-on, adaptable, and take ownership for solving facilities issues autonomously. You can manage multiple priorities effectively, respond with urgency, and care deeply about the quality of your team’s work and its impact on others. You are process-oriented and have a continuous improvement mindset. The technical skills. You are proficient in Microsoft Office, including Teams and Excel. You can gather, analyze, and interpret operational data. The team management. You can schedule and supervise a diverse group, support performance growth, and create a workplace culture that is safe, accountable, and motivating. You are comfortable navigating performance conversations and are committed to building trust and mutual respect. Why work at Yorkville University? We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current and be future-forward. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our employees
- and ultimately our students
- from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones. A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments and can bring their authentic selves to the educational

📌 FACILITIES MANAGER (Canada)
🏢 Yorkville University
📍 Canada