Environmental Services Manager - Willowbend Retirement

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Diploma in Building Environmental Systems or equivalent experience

Background:

Minimum of three years’ related experience, preferably in health care industry;
Must have a good understanding and knowledge of physical plant, HVAC, plumbing, electricity, housekeeping and laundry procedures, etc.;
Knowledge of business equipment and computer applications, such as MS Office, payroll processing software, etc.;·
Bilingualism in French and English preferred.

Personal Requirements:

Work as part of a team;
Capable of adapting to different situations and change; ·
Keen interest in working with seniors.

FUNCTIONS:

Plans, develops, organizes, implements and evaluates overall quality of maintenance, housekeeping and laundry services;
Responsible for general maintenance and repair of building, grounds, equipment and furnishings;
Required to maintain the mechanical, electrical and fire safety systems;
Schedule and perform routine and preventive maintenance;
Complete daily rounds of the building and grounds to identify areas of concern;
Responsible for all aspects of human resources within the Environmental Services department including: interviewing, hiring, training and performance evaluation of staff;
Ensures all staff are knowledgeable of and aware of the regulations, policies and procedures and follow them as outlines;
Holds regular department meetings;
Chairs the Joint Health and Safety Committee and ensures compliance with the Act;
Oversees contractor work ensuring it is completed to agreed specifications;
Assist General Manager in developing and maintaining the departmental budget;
Completes audits as required;
Responsible for delivery of orientation and training program in accordance with RHA and other legislative bodies.