The District Municipality of Muskoka is currently recruiting for a

Manager, Building and Maintenance Operations

Posting Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Closing Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 @ 12:00 NOON

Starting Rate: $101,107 annually

Salary Range: $101,107 – $118,281 annually

Hours of Work: 37.50 hours per week

Classification: Management Class M3

Status: Permanent Full-time

The District:
Muskoka is a great place to live and play, and the District is a four-season municipality passionate about

protecting, servicing and caring for this community. We have opportunities that will allow you to learn, grow and

build your career amongst other ambitious leaders and innovators. We offer a competitive compensation

package and are committed to promoting diversity, accessibility and inclusion. It’s what we do!

The Opportunity:
Responsible for the planning, organization, management and evaluation of building maintenance, operations

and custodial services in line with corporate policies and procedures and all applicable legislation and

regulations to ensure the safe, efficient and timely condition of corporate building assets and properties.

What you will do:
• Plan, organize, manage, recommend, evaluate and implement all aspects of building maintenance,

operations and custodial services of assigned facilities in line with applicable legislation and

regulations.

• Develop, maintain and oversee all related work standards, procedures policies and ensure related

training and compliance of staff and contractors

• Manage employees in a manner consistent with District values, policies and procedures, including

selection, work scheduling, training and performance evaluation.

• Recommend, monitor and assign work to the appropriate qualified staff or contractors in accordance

with appropriate labour legislation and contracts and work load.

• Accountable for the safety and security of employees and workplaces and to ensure that employees

work safely and in compliance with relevant statutes and regulations and within the safe work

procedures and directives as established by the District.

• Recommend, participate and provide input into the preparation and administration of operating and

capital budgets related to building maintenance, operations and custodial services and ensure

expenditures are managed in a fiscally responsible manner.

• Coordinate emergency preparedness management including annual review of emergency

preparedness policies and procedures and ongoing completion of all required emergency drills and

associated reports in assigned facilities.

• Ensure continued adherence to all codes, regulations, policies and procedures in relation to building,

plant and equipment operation, fire, health and safety and infection control prevention and

management.

• Manage, oversee and recommend the purchase of services from external contractors, including

obtaining and evaluating quotes, awarding, supervising and accepting the completion of the work.

• Act as the District’s Facilities Services representative in municipal facilities related organizations, stake

holder consultations, organizational meetings and open houses.

• Ensure compliance to all applicable regulatory requirements for all aspects of facilities management for

all assigned properties/facilities.

• Be an active member of the Inside Union and Outside Union Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Chair/Coordinate the activities of the Administration Building and Provincial Court House Emergency

Evacuation Team. Participate in health and safety-related training

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will need:
• Completion of a three (3) year post-secondary degree or diploma or applicable trade certification in a

related discipline.

• A minimum of five years progressively responsible experience successfully leading and managing a

multi-disciplinary team of staff, preferably in a unionized environment.

• Thorough knowledge of prevailing practices relating to building maintenance, operations and custodial

services.

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and regulations including a

thorough knowledge of the operation of building mechanical electrical and life safety systems and the

Occupational Health and Safety Act.

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and technological proficiency.
• A self-directed manager with excellent organizational, time management, interpersonal and written and

verbal communication skills.

• Proven interpersonal and functional leadership abilities and the ability to deliver and implement strong

operational standards and a consistent level of customer service.

• Strong oral and written communication, facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills are required

to interface with multiple stakeholders in a variety of situations.

• Must show initiative, ability to receive and provide direction and ability to work with minimal

supervision.

• Demonstrated technological proficiency with a wide array of programs
• A valid driver's license is required.

What we are offering:
The District is proud to offer the following benefits with this job:

• Health benefits

• Paid vacation

• Paid leaves

• OMERS pension

• Work-life flexibility

• Perks and discounts

• Wellness programs

• Fostering and fun environment

• Professional development and education opportunities

• Pay range progression based on length of time in the job and satisfactory performance

The Next Step
If you have the necessary skills, experience and qualifications, and can support our vision and values (RISE:

Respect, Innovation, Service and Equity), submit your application using the apply now link below.

APPLY NOW or visit our careers page for other opportunities.

The District of Muskoka is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce, encouraging applications from all

qualified individuals. Our organization is committed to providing persons with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of

goods and services, and we are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related

accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources department as soon as possible.

Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Any questions regarding this posting should be directed to the

Human Resources Department.