Facility Systems Supervisor and Chief Plant Operator/Engineer (Signing Bonus Available)
About the role
The Opportunity
Reporting to and assisting to the Manager of Facilities & Energy Management Services, the Facility Systems Supervisor and Chief Plant Operator/Engineer acts as a key contact and assists with daily coordination of facility maintenance staff and operations of the department. The supervisor does this by supporting the manager in overseeing, optimizing, and supporting Facilities & Energy Management Services activities such as: Operation and Maintenance of Buildings, Properties, and Systems, Supervision of Facility Maintenance Staff and Redevelopment & Improvement Projects.
The Facility Systems Supervisor’s responsibilities are to ensure that all building, systems, structures, properties, and environments, including the main site and 15-20 off-site locations are safe for all occupants, staff, patients, families, visitors, volunteers, etc. They also will meet appropriate standards and requirements for time-sensitive lifesaving, life-support, medical patient care procedures, as well as mission-critical administrative, corporate, and support activities.
The supervisor, in collaboration with the Manager, is responsible for troubleshooting, decision making, prioritizing, coordinating, and overseeing jobs with facility maintenance staff and contractors. The supervisor ensures all trades working within the building comply with industry standards, internal guidelines, and safety procedures. The position provides backup support for the Manager and the Facility Maintenance Supervisor. The Facility Systems Supervisor also acts as the Chief Plant Operator/Engineer accountable for and overseeing operations and maintenance of the IWK’s plant as legislatively required by Power Engineers Technical Safety Act, Nova Scotia Department of Labour and Advanced Education.
This position frequently works with physicians, executives, directors, managers, clinical staff, consultants service providers, contractors, and government agencies to resolve issues that may affect patient care and business functions. This position requires frequent on-call shifts, call-backs, off-site phone support, and a flexible/changing schedule as required.
Hours of Work
Typically Monday - Friday, 7:00-3:00. However, this will vary depending on demands as the position oversees 24/7 operations. Available 24/7 for phone support. On Call every 3rd week.
Your Qualifications
• High school diploma
• First class refrigeration certificate or third-class power engineering certificate required
• Red Seal Journeyman ticket in one of the following Facility related trades, is considered an asset: Electrician, Refrigeration, Carpenter, Plumber, etc.
• Relevant Building and/or Facilities related certificates/diplomas, considered an asset.
• Knowledge and Experience required (Either of the following two options)
- Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in plant maintenance, construction, or operations &/OR minimum 3 years’ experience in building infrastructure in an acute-care hospital environment, or equivalent
• Experience in a women’s and children’s tertiary care facility preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of all trades and facets of associated with a hospital environment and how they are dependent and relate to one another
• Experience reading blueprints, construction documents, contracts, schematics/drawings
• Knowledge of all building systems, materials, building codes and governing Acts and Regulations
• Requires a high degree of knowledge and judgement when handling infrastructure emergencies that affect patient care
• Knowledge of Infection Control in Health Care facilities (CSA-Z317.13)
• Proficiency with Microsoft computer applications
• Proficiency with automated building control systems (Siemens & Johnsons preferred)
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (Megamation Directline preferred)
• Ability to handle emergencies
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong supervisory and people skills
• A high level of initiative, judgement and attention to detail is required, together with sophisticated technical expertise, problem-solving and trouble‑shooting abilities to identify and respond appropriately to engineering-related problems and incidents, especially those directly related to patient safety
• Ability to assess technical issues concerning clinical operations and plans
• Ability to communicate and coordinate all actions required to maintain safety and efficacy
About Nova Scotia Health Authority
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.
We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.
Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.
Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning
Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations
Facility Systems Supervisor and Chief Plant Operator/Engineer (Signing Bonus Available)
About the role
The Opportunity
Reporting to and assisting to the Manager of Facilities & Energy Management Services, the Facility Systems Supervisor and Chief Plant Operator/Engineer acts as a key contact and assists with daily coordination of facility maintenance staff and operations of the department. The supervisor does this by supporting the manager in overseeing, optimizing, and supporting Facilities & Energy Management Services activities such as: Operation and Maintenance of Buildings, Properties, and Systems, Supervision of Facility Maintenance Staff and Redevelopment & Improvement Projects.
The Facility Systems Supervisor’s responsibilities are to ensure that all building, systems, structures, properties, and environments, including the main site and 15-20 off-site locations are safe for all occupants, staff, patients, families, visitors, volunteers, etc. They also will meet appropriate standards and requirements for time-sensitive lifesaving, life-support, medical patient care procedures, as well as mission-critical administrative, corporate, and support activities.
The supervisor, in collaboration with the Manager, is responsible for troubleshooting, decision making, prioritizing, coordinating, and overseeing jobs with facility maintenance staff and contractors. The supervisor ensures all trades working within the building comply with industry standards, internal guidelines, and safety procedures. The position provides backup support for the Manager and the Facility Maintenance Supervisor. The Facility Systems Supervisor also acts as the Chief Plant Operator/Engineer accountable for and overseeing operations and maintenance of the IWK’s plant as legislatively required by Power Engineers Technical Safety Act, Nova Scotia Department of Labour and Advanced Education.
This position frequently works with physicians, executives, directors, managers, clinical staff, consultants service providers, contractors, and government agencies to resolve issues that may affect patient care and business functions. This position requires frequent on-call shifts, call-backs, off-site phone support, and a flexible/changing schedule as required.
Hours of Work
Typically Monday - Friday, 7:00-3:00. However, this will vary depending on demands as the position oversees 24/7 operations. Available 24/7 for phone support. On Call every 3rd week.
Your Qualifications
• High school diploma
• First class refrigeration certificate or third-class power engineering certificate required
• Red Seal Journeyman ticket in one of the following Facility related trades, is considered an asset: Electrician, Refrigeration, Carpenter, Plumber, etc.
• Relevant Building and/or Facilities related certificates/diplomas, considered an asset.
• Knowledge and Experience required (Either of the following two options)
- Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in plant maintenance, construction, or operations &/OR minimum 3 years’ experience in building infrastructure in an acute-care hospital environment, or equivalent
• Experience in a women’s and children’s tertiary care facility preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of all trades and facets of associated with a hospital environment and how they are dependent and relate to one another
• Experience reading blueprints, construction documents, contracts, schematics/drawings
• Knowledge of all building systems, materials, building codes and governing Acts and Regulations
• Requires a high degree of knowledge and judgement when handling infrastructure emergencies that affect patient care
• Knowledge of Infection Control in Health Care facilities (CSA-Z317.13)
• Proficiency with Microsoft computer applications
• Proficiency with automated building control systems (Siemens & Johnsons preferred)
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (Megamation Directline preferred)
• Ability to handle emergencies
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong supervisory and people skills
• A high level of initiative, judgement and attention to detail is required, together with sophisticated technical expertise, problem-solving and trouble‑shooting abilities to identify and respond appropriately to engineering-related problems and incidents, especially those directly related to patient safety
• Ability to assess technical issues concerning clinical operations and plans
• Ability to communicate and coordinate all actions required to maintain safety and efficacy
About Nova Scotia Health Authority
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.
We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.
Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.
Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning
Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations