Direct custodial operations, grounds management, logistics, and mail services at McMaster University’s Central Campus. Lead essential services supporting a 24-hour campus.
This Director, Facilities Services role oversees a complex portfolio serving more than 67 buildings and diverse University environments. You will lead managers, coordinate a large multi-unionized workforce, and establish reliable service standards. The position combines operational leadership with planning for waste management, winter operations, contracted services, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities: Lead custodial operations across academic and public-facing facilities
Oversee grounds maintenance, landscapes, and severe-weather preparedness
Coordinate logistics, materials handling, mail distribution, and courier services
Manage waste, recycling, diversion,



and sustainability-related practices
Establish quality measures and address changing service requirements
Requirements: Related university degree, preferably a relevant master’s degree
At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience
Demonstrated custodial leadership in large, multi-shift environments
Experience with labour relations, workforce planning, and financial management
Experience supporting 24/7 operations, emergencies, and major events
Use your facilities leadership, custodial knowledge, and service expertise to support McMaster’s campus-wide operations.

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📌 Director Custodial Grounds Logistics (Ontario)
🏢 McMaster University
📍 Ontario