About the role
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Community Infrastructure, the Facilities & Public Works Manager provides leadership and oversight for Seabird Island’s growing portfolio of community facilities and public works operations, in accordance with organizational goals and infrastructure standards. This includes responsibility for over 21 buildings, roads, drainage, and other key infrastructure assets, ensuring they are safe, reliable, and support the health and cultural well-being of the community. The Manager leads a multidisciplinary team, including the Senior Public Works Maintenance Team Lead, Public Works Admin Team Lead, Fleet Manager, Sanitation Technicians, and Water Technicians. The role emphasizes staff and contractor coordination, project oversight, budgeting, reporting, and compliance.
What you'll do
Leadership & Staff Management
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Lead, coach, and hold accountable the Senior Public Works Maintenance Team Lead, Public Works Administrative Team Lead, Fleet Manager, and assigned labourers.
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Establish clear performance expectations and address performance gaps.
-
Foster teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement within the department.
-
Provide mentorship and build staff capacity in alignment with Seabird Island’s long-term plans.
Planning & Administration
-
Develop and manage the Facilities Department’s annual budget, including maintenance, fleet, and
capital projects. -
Maintain and improve the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or equivalent
tools to track work orders, assets, and preventive maintenance. -
Ensure accurate reporting to the Director of Community Infrastructure, Finance, and Chief & Council
when required. -
Prepare plans and policies that align with Seabird Island’s Comprehensive Sustainable Community Plan (CSCP), Tó-lstelómet Plan, and Strategic Plan.
Facilities Operations & Maintenance
-
Oversee daily and preventive maintenance of all Seabird Island facilities, as well as Public Works operations including roads, drainage, and related infrastructure.
-
Ensure timely response to maintenance requests and emergencies.
-
Manage vendor and contractor relationships; ensure work is delivered safely, cost-effectively, and to specification.
Other Duties
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Additional responsibilities as needed to support the community and uphold our shared values.
Working / Special Conditions
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Initial and ongoing employment is subject to submission of a clear Criminal Record Review Program Check to ensure the safety and trust of the communities we serve. This check will be conducted every five years.
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Initial and ongoing commitment to the values and guidelines of Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band), including our policies, procedures, standards of practice, and laws, is essential. This commitment supports our collective work, the community, and the responsibilities of this role.
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Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license and have access to safe and reliable transportation, insured for community-based use.
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Flexibility in working hours may be required, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate the needs and schedules of events, meetings, and engagements. Employees will be given as much notice as possible to any changes in schedule.
What you bring
Qualifications
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A combination of education and demonstrated experience in facilities management, operations, business administration, project management, or a related field.
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Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience, including supervision of staff and contractors.
-
Experience with budgeting, administration, and digital tools required.
-
Technical certifications (e.g., building operations, trades) considered an asset but not required.
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Experience working with Indigenous communities and understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and contemporary issues.
-
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Preferred:
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Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Lived experience as a member of a First Nations community.
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Knowledge and understanding of Seabird Island’s culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics.
-
Ability to respond quickly and professionally to community or colleague needs and inquiries.
-
Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
Cultural Competency:
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Understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and contemporary issues.
-
Experience working within Indigenous communities and applying culturally safe practices.
-
Understanding of intergenerational trauma and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and communities.
Core Competencies:
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Leadership & Accountability
-
Planning & Organization
-
Communication & Collaboration
-
Safety & Risk Management
-
Infrastructure and Public Works Oversight
-
Cultural Respect & Community Engagement
How to Apply
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Have a question about this role before you apply? Email careers@seabirdisland.ca.
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Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter sharing how your experience aligns with this role.
Pre-Employment Screening
Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that Indigenous people bring to our team. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous people. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.
Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with Seabird Island Human Resources Policy Manual, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Seabird Island Band
The Seabird Island Band exists to promote a healthier, self-sufficient, self-governing, unified and educated community. We believe that a healthy community is one that has achieved physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and cultural balance.
We work towards building a community where communal pride and respect are based on family values and respect for other people’s values, views and ideas. We want to co-exist with other communities and governments while exerting our right to be a self-governing nation.
We promote full employment, the development of our local economy, and improved housing conditions. We want our community to be a safe and prosperous place for our people. We aim at achieving a good standard of living for all our Band Members.
About the role
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Community Infrastructure, the Facilities & Public Works Manager provides leadership and oversight for Seabird Island’s growing portfolio of community facilities and public works operations, in accordance with organizational goals and infrastructure standards. This includes responsibility for over 21 buildings, roads, drainage, and other key infrastructure assets, ensuring they are safe, reliable, and support the health and cultural well-being of the community. The Manager leads a multidisciplinary team, including the Senior Public Works Maintenance Team Lead, Public Works Admin Team Lead, Fleet Manager, Sanitation Technicians, and Water Technicians. The role emphasizes staff and contractor coordination, project oversight, budgeting, reporting, and compliance.
What you'll do
Leadership & Staff Management
-
Lead, coach, and hold accountable the Senior Public Works Maintenance Team Lead, Public Works Administrative Team Lead, Fleet Manager, and assigned labourers.
-
Establish clear performance expectations and address performance gaps.
-
Foster teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement within the department.
-
Provide mentorship and build staff capacity in alignment with Seabird Island’s long-term plans.
Planning & Administration
-
Develop and manage the Facilities Department’s annual budget, including maintenance, fleet, and
capital projects. -
Maintain and improve the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or equivalent
tools to track work orders, assets, and preventive maintenance. -
Ensure accurate reporting to the Director of Community Infrastructure, Finance, and Chief & Council
when required. -
Prepare plans and policies that align with Seabird Island’s Comprehensive Sustainable Community Plan (CSCP), Tó-lstelómet Plan, and Strategic Plan.
Facilities Operations & Maintenance
-
Oversee daily and preventive maintenance of all Seabird Island facilities, as well as Public Works operations including roads, drainage, and related infrastructure.
-
Ensure timely response to maintenance requests and emergencies.
-
Manage vendor and contractor relationships; ensure work is delivered safely, cost-effectively, and to specification.
Other Duties
-
Additional responsibilities as needed to support the community and uphold our shared values.
Working / Special Conditions
-
Initial and ongoing employment is subject to submission of a clear Criminal Record Review Program Check to ensure the safety and trust of the communities we serve. This check will be conducted every five years.
-
Initial and ongoing commitment to the values and guidelines of Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band), including our policies, procedures, standards of practice, and laws, is essential. This commitment supports our collective work, the community, and the responsibilities of this role.
-
Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license and have access to safe and reliable transportation, insured for community-based use.
-
Flexibility in working hours may be required, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate the needs and schedules of events, meetings, and engagements. Employees will be given as much notice as possible to any changes in schedule.
What you bring
Qualifications
-
A combination of education and demonstrated experience in facilities management, operations, business administration, project management, or a related field.
-
Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience, including supervision of staff and contractors.
-
Experience with budgeting, administration, and digital tools required.
-
Technical certifications (e.g., building operations, trades) considered an asset but not required.
-
Experience working with Indigenous communities and understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and contemporary issues.
-
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Preferred:
-
Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
-
Lived experience as a member of a First Nations community.
-
Knowledge and understanding of Seabird Island’s culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics.
-
Ability to respond quickly and professionally to community or colleague needs and inquiries.
-
Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
Cultural Competency:
-
Understanding of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and contemporary issues.
-
Experience working within Indigenous communities and applying culturally safe practices.
-
Understanding of intergenerational trauma and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and communities.
Core Competencies:
-
Leadership & Accountability
-
Planning & Organization
-
Communication & Collaboration
-
Safety & Risk Management
-
Infrastructure and Public Works Oversight
-
Cultural Respect & Community Engagement
How to Apply
-
Have a question about this role before you apply? Email careers@seabirdisland.ca.
-
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter sharing how your experience aligns with this role.
Pre-Employment Screening
Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that Indigenous people bring to our team. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous people. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.
Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with Seabird Island Human Resources Policy Manual, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Seabird Island Band
The Seabird Island Band exists to promote a healthier, self-sufficient, self-governing, unified and educated community. We believe that a healthy community is one that has achieved physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and cultural balance.
We work towards building a community where communal pride and respect are based on family values and respect for other people’s values, views and ideas. We want to co-exist with other communities and governments while exerting our right to be a self-governing nation.
We promote full employment, the development of our local economy, and improved housing conditions. We want our community to be a safe and prosperous place for our people. We aim at achieving a good standard of living for all our Band Members.