Operations Manager

TE2 Technical Engineering Officer 2

Regular/full-time

Housing, Addictions and Homelessness

Property Services, Manitoba Housing

Churchill MB

Advertisement Number: 45175

Salary(s): TE2 $76,675.00 - $94,665.00 per year

Closing Date: June 1, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for future regular or term positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates are required to submit a resume and cover letter (Word or fillable PDF only).

The Property Services Branch oversees Manitoba's Social and Affordable Housing Rental Programs, managing 12,044 subsidized rental units across 204 communities within two regions and 15 district offices. Each district handles leasing, maintenance, and tenant services.

Duties:

Reporting to the Director of Assets and Capital Planning or designate, the incumbent is responsible for providing technical advice to senior management, procurement services, property managers, and maintenance staff. The position is responsible for the project management of capital projects, insurance claims, along with the coordination and scheduling of trades staff and/or contractors and building superintendents to complete specialized maintenance. This may include renovation and reconstruction, technical repair work and efficient and safe installation of equipment with minimum disruption to commercial and residential tenants.

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security

• Attractive salaries

• Defined pension plan

• Life insurance coverage

• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision

• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more

• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days

• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions

• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service

• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Completion of a post-secondary degree or certificate in commercial construction or a related field (including Interior Design, Architecture, Facility Management and Engineering). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience coordinating and planning all phases of construction and facility-related projects, including defining project scope, budgeting, scheduling, tendering, and implementation and providing ongoing technical advice.
• Experience reviewing construction documentation and interpreting sketches and as-built drawings.
• Experience providing customer service to a diverse range of client groups, including elected officials, managers, technical and trades staff.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage, prioritize and meet competing deadlines.
• Effective verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of clients.
• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to prepare written correspondence.
• Strong understanding of current Building Codes, relevant legislation, municipal bylaws, and industry best practices related to construction.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Desired:

• Design experience, including experience with computer-assisted drafting software (AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of green building practices and sustainable construction methods.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must possess and maintain a full Class 5 Drivers' Licence without restrictions with the ability to use own vehicle for official purposes as required

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search)

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check

• Must be able to travel frequently within the city and occasionally travel throughout the province, which may include air travel

• Must be able to work extended hours and overnight stays as needed

Apply to:

Advertisement # 45175

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

Phone: 204-945-7518

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca

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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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