Manager, Maintenance and Operations
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- New Westminster, BC
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary RangeBand 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.
The OpportunityDouglas 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.
WHO WE AREDo what you love. Be good at it. That'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.
WHAT WE OFFERWe 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
- Competitive salaries
- 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
WHAT IT TAKESTo Be Successful In This Role, You Will Need
- 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.
Additional Information
- 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.
Position Title Manager, Maintenance and Operations
Anticipated Start Date 03/02/2026
End Date
Needs a Criminal Records Check NoHow To ApplyOpen Date 01/30/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Maximum Number of References 3
Minimum Number of References 2
Equity StatementDouglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Important NoteAt Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.