Manager, Maintenance and Operations

Band 11 (Minimum- $92,139, Control Point- $122,852, Maximum- $135,137). Placement within a salary band is typically up to Control Point based on skills, experience and internal equity. May place over Control Point in limited circumstances.

Douglas College is seeking a reliable and efficient Manager, Maintenance and Operations to provide leadership to the College in planning, coordination, and execution of preventative and corrective maintenance, repairs and minor capital infrastructure renovation projects involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems. As the successful candidate, you will have a strong balance of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking, ensuring facilities operations align with institutional priorities and industry best practices.

Do what you love. Be good t’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience which may include an Applied Science Technologist (AScT) certification or a recognized Red Seal/journeyperson certification in a relevant trade (e.g., electrical, mechanical, or HVAC ). A Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is considered an asset.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management training is considered an asset.
• Five to seven years of directly related work experience in a large, complex multi-location environment (preferably in a unionized, public-sector environment).
• Extensive knowledge of building systems and equipment, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and building automation systems.
• Proven experience developing specifications and implementing building equipment and systems improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of energy efficiency programs and sustainable maintenance practices.
• Demonstrates strong initiative and sound judgment and can lead projects and manage priorities independently.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze technical issues and recommend effective, practical solutions.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, and PowerPoint with advanced knowledge in Excel. Experience with maintenance management or project management software is an asset.
• Demonstrated abilities that align with the Douglas College Core Competency Framework.
• Regular hours of work are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
• Travel between Douglas College’s locations as required.
• On-call 24 hours a day in case of emergency from unexpected equipment or building systems malfunction.

Posting Number: 02702SA

Position Title:

Manager, Maintenance and Operations

Anticipated

Start Date:

03/02/2026

Open Date: 01/30/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Maximum Number of References: 3

Minimum Number of References: 2

Need a Criminal Records Check:
No

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