Trades Services Manager; Internal Job Halifax area,Nova Scotia Canada,Management

Position: Trades Services Manager (Internal Posting)
Job Summary

The mission of Facilities Management (FM) is to provide the Dalhousie community with an inviting, safe and sustainable environment which supports and enhances an inspiring experience in learning, living, working and research. Facilities Management is an innovative team of motivated professionals recognized for excellence in facilities management. Reporting to the Director, Operations, the Trades Services Manager leads Trades Services operations, overseeing supervisors, trades staff, contractors, and vendors to ensure the safe and effective delivery of maintenance and repair services across University facilities.

The incumbent also provides leadership for Facilities Management emergency response and operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities

Provides overall leadership for preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, repairs, utilities, and project work across all University facilities.

Accountable for planning, monitoring, and controlling a $15-20 million operating budget and ensuring effective allocation of resources.

Oversees supervisors, approximately 100 trades staff, contractors, and vendors; responsible for staffing, performance management, labour relations, and succession planning.

Ensures compliance with safety legislation, champions safety culture, and provides oversight for Facilities Management emergency response and IMT support activities.

Identifies and evaluates infrastructure and operational risks, develops mitigation strategies, and advises senior leadership on risk priorities.

Identifies infrastructure deficiencies, recommends renewal priorities, develops design standards, and provides operational input into capital planning and asset management decisions.

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree with a post-secondary credential in a relevant discipline such as Engineering or a closely related field, including a minimum of 7 years in a management or supervisory role (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).

Experience in a complex and multi dimensional unionized environment, preferably in an academic research institution or sector environment.

Demonstrated experience in budgeting, financial management, and operational planning.

Experience in an academic research institution or public sector environment

Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

Assets

Commitment to continuous professional development by staying current with facilities management best practices, safety legislation and regulatory requirements through ongoing training, conferences, workshops, seminars, and industry programs such as the APPA Institute.

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies in particular:

- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Integrity
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications for this position are restricted to current employees of Dalhousie University as described in the .

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2

SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.