The District of Squamish is located in the unceded traditional territory of the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation). We offer gratitude to the Skwxwú7mesh People who have lived on these lands since time immemorial.

Manager of Facilities

Permanent Full-Time

Bring your expertise and sound leadership skills to play a key role in overseeing the operations, maintenance and repair of all of the District’s facilities. As one of the Districts senior leadership team members, the Manager of Facilities is responsible for the management, coordination, budget control, and staff supervision of the Facilities Maintenance department. If you have outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, long-term vision skills, and a positive team-oriented leadership style, we would love to hear from you!

What we’re looking for:   

1. A creative problem solver with thorough knowledge of both modern and aging facilities
2. A trusted leader who provides coaching and promotes team effectiveness
3. A service orientated individual who takes action and responsibility
4. A change agent who confidently guides staff through change processes
5. A progressive influencer who promotes a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization

Who you are: Our ideal candidate will possess a degree or diploma in Engineering, Facilities Management or a related field, a valid class 5 BC driver’s license, seven years’ progressive experience working in Facilities Management or a related field including five years’ experience working at a supervisory level  and an original Police Information Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check issued within the past 6 months that is satisfactory to the employer will be required before starting in the position.

Who we are: The District of Squamish is a progressive and growing community. Our friendly, small-town setting, spectacular natural environment, thriving arts, culture and heritage scene and world-class recreational opportunities offer an incredible live-work-play lifestyle that few places can beat. 

We are a team of fun-loving yet highly dedicated and hardworking professionals who are committed to continuous learning, improvement, and excellence in service to our citizens - and so is our ideal candidate.

Our Vision: Our organization is a thriving community, serving the thriving community of Squamish.
Our Mission: We lead, facilitate and partner to ensure a liveable and sustainable Squamish.
Our Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Connection, Progress
 
Think you would be the perfect fit? Then come work with us at the District of Squamish! In addition to a competitive salary ($114,761.75 - $126,111.81), the District of Squamish also offers a comprehensive benefits package, one of Canada’s top pension plans – the Municipal Pension Plan, as well as a fortnight schedule (70 hours bi-weekly) which allows for an earned day off every second week.

A complete job advertisement can be viewed at: http://squamish.ca/yourgovernment/careers/job-postings/
 
This is an exempt position and is excluded from Union membership.
 
Please submit your cover letter and resume quoting competition #24-101 to:
Human Resources
District of Squamish
37955 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 310, Squamish, BC  V8B 0A3
E-mail: jobs@squamish.ca
 
Application deadline: September 18, 2024