Position Information

Position Title

Working Foreperson - Access Control

Department/Unit

Facilities Management

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

FM25-25

Employee Group

NSGEU Local 99

Position Type

Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Rate

$1.00 per hour Premium

Classification

Working Foreperson

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that’s celebrating 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

The Working Foreperson (W/F) is accountable to an Operations Unit supervisor and/or General Foreperson (G/F) for assigning, directing, expediting and monitoring work being performed on campus by employees and/or contractors and ensuring it is being performed in an effective and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities

• In addition to performing regular duties of his/her trade or function, the incumbent directs, monitors and expedites work assigned by a supervisor and/or G/F (contracted or in-house) in a cost effective and efficient manner that ensures high quality and promotes the University’s best interests.

• Ensures hazard assessments are performed prior to work commencing and all work activity complies with all applicable safety and building codes, University and legislated regulations and established trade standards.

• Provides guidance and instruction to staff to ensure work is performed effectively, utilizing the correct methods/best practices and procedures.

• Develops effective working relationships. Motivates and leads by example.

• Prepares estimates for maintenance and/or project work including labour, material, contracted services and related schedule.

• Seeks supervisor authorization for any deviation from work content, time or cost estimates as specified in the work order and/or drawings.

• Ensures accurate information in FAMIS (e.g. start date, completion date, priority, estimated hours and scope)

• Ensures Facilities Management (FM) and University policies and procedures are adhered to.

• Trains, monitors, and directs and assigned group of staff, including early intervention of attendance, punctuality, conduct and performance issues and reports concerns to respective supervisor.

• Communicates with building clients (normally University Administrators and researchers) and FM staff in a professional and courteous manner to discuss work requirements, service interruptions, and work order status, etc., as required.

• Responds appropriately to urgent and non-urgent client requests.

• Investigates, analyses, and resolves maintenance and operational issues in consultation with the G/F, supervisor, or designate when necessary.

• Utilizing FAMIS, assists supervisor and the G/F with the processing of daily time cards, scheduling, work order completions and time off requests, as required.

• May act as liaison with consultants, vendors, and contractors as required.

• Prepares and submits accident/incident reports and responds to health and safety concerns by investigating and making recommendation to supervisor regarding resolution.

• Completes reports and documentation as required

• Ensures tools, equipment, and materials (including rentals) are in good working order and on site as required.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications

• Conversant with the FM Safety Program and takes leadership role in promoting safety

• Knowledge and regular training in WHMIS and applicable safety legislation

• Knowledgeable concerning the work performed by the employees in the department to which s/he is assigned

• A general knowledge of the duties of his/her supervisor

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, FAMIS, e-mail, etc.

• Demonstrated leadership qualities, initiative, and ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

• Develops effective working relationships. Motivates and leads by example.

• Team oriented and works in a collaborative manner with clients and fellow employees.

• Client focused – seeks client input and responds in an appropriate and professional manner.

• Pursues and contributes input that promotes process improvement

• Respects diversity – treats others with respect, demonstrates an understanding of individual’s special needs and the duty to accommodate, avoids unnecessary conflict.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct. Accepts ownership and accountability for own actions.

• Effectively communicates with co-workers, employees, supervisors and clients.

Assets

Additional Information

Application Consideration

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Open Date

06/26/2025

Close Date

07/03/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19226