Facilities and Maintenance Manager

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Job Title: Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Reports to: Director, Operations - Canada

Location: Vancouver, B.C.

Basic Purpose:

Reporting to the Director, Operations - Canada, the Facilities and Maintenance Manager is responsible for providing overall maintenance / janitorial support to both plant and equipment. The Facilities and Maintenance Manager will be responsible to safely ensure the building and equipment is in working order and meeting production requirements.

Key Accountability/Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Operations: Plan and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, as well as all laboratory production support systems.

Managing a team of Maintenance Technicians in providing maintenance support to both building and laboratory equipment. This includes hiring, training, and performance management.

Managing a team of Building Services Technicians in providing janitorial support throughout the facility.

Providing management and leadership to Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Planner, and Shift Lead Hands.

Provide detailed planning and budgets for capital expenditures required to maintain and improve lab operations.

Complete detailed assessment of building condition / operations, including SWOT with recommended corrective actions.

Vendor & Contract Management: Negotiate and monitor service contracts with external contractors suppliers, and any other required vendors.

Responsible for managing regulatory programs, including wastewater and air emissions as per permits.

Maintaining soil and rock sample preparation equipment such as rock crushing and pulverizing machines, dryers, soil sieving machines, and other preparation equipment.

Overseeing the maintenance of support equipment including exhaust fans, fume scrubbers, air compressors, dust collectors, de-mineralized water system, and building temperature control.

Ensure proper inventory supply allowing for timely equipment repairs required by various lab departments.

Responsible for lab efficiency and maximizing productivity.

Responsible for administrative tasks related to maintenance tracking, work orders, and asset management.

Complete incident investigation reports for any first aid injuries, developing corrective actions to prevent

recurrence

Providing support in resolving plant or equipment-related Health & Safety issues.

Lead a safety-first culture, ensuring all staff, contractors and visitors wear required PPE and follow all HSE rules.

Works as part of a bigger team with other managers to continuously improve systems.

Monitor and act on system-generated Corrective Actions by required due dates.

Support other branches and on-site laboratories as required.

Comply with occupational health and safety legislation, BV Group Policies and Procedures, Upstream Minerals Management System Policies and Procedures and ISO standards applicable to the position.

Act in a safe and professional manner and wear appropriate attire including the required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Develop and lead a process-oriented, proactive environment with a focus on safety, process improvements, and efficiency.

Other tasks or projects assigned by the Director of Operations.

Experience, Qualifications & Required Skills:

Education must be a minimum of college/university and/or equivalent experience.

Minimum 10+ year experience in Electrical, Plumbing and HVAC maintenance.

Minimum 7+ year experience in Maintenance leadership positions.

Technical Knowledge: Solid foundation in building automation, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure.

Certifications: Credentials such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Certified Maintenance and Reliability

Professional (CMRP), or Facility Management Professional (FMP) are preferred.

Previous experience with laboratory maintenance is an asset.

Established leadership skills with a history of success providing growth and mentorship to staff.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong experience with service work order and asset management software.

Strong organization and time management skills.

Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills (able to deal with both internal personnel and client issues

tactfully and efficiently).

Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

Compensation and Benefits:

Bureau Veritas is proud to be committed to providing fair and competitive pay as well as extensive health and wellness benefits package for eligible full-time employees.

The salary for this role will be commensurate with skills / experience. with a minimum of $120k annually.

Eligible to participate in Annual Incentive Plan.

Additional Benefits Include Top-Tier Health, Dental, and Vision

Paid Time Off, Statutory Holidays, and up to 8 hours of volunteer time off

Life Insurance & AD&D

STD & LTD Coverage

Company RRSP match

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Professional Development through Tuition Reimbursement

Join us at Bureau Veritas, where your well-being and professional growth are our top priorities.