Regular – Full Time

Position: Facility Manager

Reports to: Facility Director

Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature and our purpose is Science for All.

Our Science for All strategy is to revitalize Science World with a substantial capital plan to replace critical infrastructure, enhance the visitor experience and develop new content across all our channels under the themes of Regeneration of the Planet, Human Health, and Inclusion. Our plan is to ensure that people throughout British Columbia, especially under-represented communities, have access to high quality, informal STEAM learning. Through our onsite, online and outreach programs, Science World seeks to spark curiosity and wonder in STEAM and support development of talent across communities in the province.

As part of our team, you will join a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors, our members, our volunteers and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.

Position Description:

Reporting to the Facility Director, the Facility Manager will oversee the Science World facility’s daily operations, responsible for coordinating and managing maintenance and repair activities and overseeing contractors to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. This position is hands-on, and the Manager is expected to work alongside other Building Operators in the maintenance and rejuvenation of the building while acting in a managerial capacity for day-to-day operational matters within the department.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations and maintenance

• Maintenance programs - Manage and maintain the building's systems and components, including building operations equipment, schedule routine, preventative maintenance and emergency repairs. Ensure compliance with local codes and regulations
• Vendor and Contractor Management – Negotiate, supervise and manage relationships with external contractors and service providers

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, train and mentor – maintain a diverse team of facility and operations professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Performance management - Develop and manage the team’s performance by setting job expectations and performance standards, fostering open communications, providing regular feedback and providing training and development opportunities

Planning and Management

• Budgeting - Create, oversee, and manage the department’s budget for building operations, maintenance, cleaning and capital investment. This includes identifying cost saving opportunities and forecasting financial needs
• Daily operations - Oversee the daily operation of the Department, including scheduling and assignment of work, and ordering and inventory control of parts, replacement units and other building-related supplies
• Long-term asset management – Supporting the Facility Director in the development of plans for the replacement and upkeep of major facility systems and components over their lifecycle. Including maintaining the VFA Facility Capital Planning Software
• Sustainability – Identify and implement sustainability practices that will reduce the environmental impact of the facility and enhance its overall sustainability
• Health and Safety – Ensure the facility meets all health and safety standards, including conducting safety audits and training staff. Identify and assess risks to the facility, assets, and occupants to ensure the Manager, Safety and Security is aware and able to develop emergency responses plans to minimize liability

Other

• Perform both on-call and call out duties for emergencies related to the building
• Operate within the philosophy, culture and values of Science World
• Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in a related field
• A Fourth (4th) Class Power Engineer Inter-Provincial certification or higher, from a recognized educational institution in BC
• A minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience performing installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment in an institutional/industrial setting, or similar experience
• Must have experience with state-of-the-art HVAC and building controls. Additional knowledge in Building Maintenance, Construction, Electrical, Plumbing, and light fabrication (preferred)
• Excellent abilities in managing team performance and fostering an effective team
• Understanding of general business practices, fiscal management and business reporting
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, including business writing
• Proven organizational skills and the ability to manage and execute projects from start to finish
• Must be able to lift to 25 kg
• A valid class 5 BC driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Experience working with Microsoft Office suite

Working Conditions:

• Facility site, with some ability to work from home

• Site inspections, walking, and exposure to construction areas or mechanical equipment rooms

• Standard business hours with flexibility needed for emergencies, project deadlines, special events, or after-hours issues

The pay range for this position is $70,000 - $98,000 per annum

Science World offers a substantial benefits package after successfully completing probation, including Extended Health, Dental, Voluntary RRSP/TFSA Plan, generous paid time off (vacation, sick, wellness days), Personal Enrichment Day, Science World membership, RRSP matching (after 1 year), Hybrid Work environment and Professional Development.

Do you feel you have not met every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification in the job posting.

Science World is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment so we strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification outlined, as you may have transferable skills that would be an asset to our team.

Please apply by Friday, October 24, 2025

Please upload a cover letter and a copy of your resume as part of your application

• All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of reference and police criminal record checks.

We would like to thank all candidates. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted *