Facilities Officer

Job summary

Plan and oversee maintenance, repairs, and upgrades for shore-side facilities, equipment, and grounds across five sites, performing work directly or coordinating vendors and contractors. Maintain facility records and regulatory compliance, manage budgets and service-provider performance, and coordinate with the Vessel Maintenance Team to support shore-based systems.

Job details

SAAM Towage Canada is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. We actively work to remove barriers throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please let us know. Our goal is to ensure you can participate fully and equally. Position Overview Under the direction of the Director of Technical Operations, the Facilities Officer will be accountable for planning, executing, and overseeing all shore-side facilities, equipment, and grounds across five sites. Schedules work, manages tasks, and either performs jobs directly or coordinates vendors to ensure results. FT position based in Vancouver. M-F 9:00-5:00 pm. Work outside business hours might be required. Key Responsibilities ▪ Implements and executes maintenance programs across all shore‑side facilities to ensure the reliability, uptime, and long‑term performance of all critical infrastructure. ▪ Manages service providers as the single point of accountability for all vendor and contractor activity, to ensure consistent quality assurance and strong performance oversight. ▪ Forecasts and tracks facility‑related expenditures in coordination with the Technical Director, to maintain cost control and support accurate financial reporting. ▪ Maintains and updates all facility records, permits, and certifications to ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and maritime regulatory requirements. ▪ Performs or coordinates hands on repairs and maintenance tasks, to shift the organization from reactive repairs to predictable, planned preventive maintenance. ▪ Schedules and manages facility improvement and upgrade projects to reduce the project‑coordination burden on Technical Superintendents and ensure timely facility upgrades. ▪ Collaborates with the Vessel Maintenance Team to support shore‑side equipment needs, to allow VMT personnel to focus on high‑value vessel maintenance by ensuring shore‑based systems are fully supported. ▪ Reacts to change productively to undertake other tasks and responsibilities as assigned and look after the company’s best interest. This list of functional duties is not exhaustive. This list of functional duties is not exhaustive. Qualifications ▪ Certification in Facilities Management, Building Operations, or a related technical field OR Technical training or coursework in mechanical, electrical, or building systems (MEP) is an asset. ▪ Or at least 5+ years of progressive experience in facility, industrial, or building maintenance in lieu of a formal facilities certification. ▪ 2–4 years of experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, industrial maintenance, or shore‑side/marine infrastructure support. ▪ Experience in managing contractors, service providers, and vendors. ▪ Experience supporting or executing preventive maintenance programs, inspections, or compliance activities. ▪ Technical training or coursework in mechanical, electrical, or building systems (MEP) is an asset. ▪ Specific Knowledge in Health, Safety, and Compliance. ▪ Operational Management Tools, Financial and Strategic Acumen ▪ Must be legally allowed to work in Canada Accessibility & Accommodation We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you need accommodations during the application or interview stages, please contact us. Examples of accommodations include alternative interview formats, extended time, or assistive technology support. What to Expect Next After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email if you are selected for an initial pre-screening assessment. If successful, we will contact you to arrange a time for an Interview. We aim to keep you informed at every stage. Why Join Us Competitive salary and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Health & Wellness and Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP). Company Pension Plan, Defined Contribution, plus eligibility for a 13th-month pay. Opportunities for learning and development. Inclusive and collaborative work environment. Central office location with easy commute options. Compensation ▪ Estimated Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000 per year ▪ The actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and the position’s location, while ensuring alignment with internal equity and pay fairness standards. The final offer will form part of a competitive total rewards package designed to attract and retain top talent. Offers may be subject to background checks, reference verification, and/or job-related assessments, in line with applicable laws and company policies. These steps help us maintain a safe, respectful, and high-integrity workplace. We would like to thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.} SAAM Towage Canada acknowledges that we operate on the traditional and unceded territories of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company events Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision care

What you’ll do

Plan and oversee maintenance, repairs, and upgrades for shore-side facilities, equipment, and grounds across five sites, performing work directly or coordinating vendors and contractors. Maintain facility records and regulatory compliance, manage budgets and service-provider performance, and coordinate with the Vessel Maintenance Team to support shore-based systems.

Requirements

Candidates should have 2–4 years of relevant facilities, building, industrial, or shore-side maintenance experience, including contractor or vendor management and preventive maintenance or compliance work; 5+ years of progressive experience may substitute for formal facilities certification. Facilities or building-operations certification or technical coursework in mechanical, electrical, or building systems is an asset, and candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Care
• Vision Care
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Pension Plan
• 13th-Month Pay
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress
• Company Events

Listed skills

• Facilities Management · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Project Coordination · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Cost Control · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Facilities Management
• Building Operations
• Preventive Maintenance
• Facilities Maintenance
• Contractor Management
• Vendor Management
• Project Coordination
• Mechanical Systems
• Electrical Systems
• Building Systems
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Financial Forecasting
• Cost Control
• Facility Inspections
• Maintenance Planning

Job areas

• Trades
• Management & Leadership
• Transportation
• Engineering
• Security & Safety

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