The Manager, Facilities, Fleet & Logistics, reporting to the Director of Corporate Services is responsible to co-ordinate the supply and management of Facilities, Fleet and Logistics Services to all Halifax Water Departments. Establish and maintain service delivery standards for facilities services, fleet utilization, maintenance and service. Support and champion combined logistics, shared services and contracted facilities and maintenance services across all Halifax Water departments to improve operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Under the general direction of the Director of Corporate Services, directs and supervises Supervisors, other staff and contractors in the day-to-day operation of the group ensuring the efficient and economical facilities, fleet and logistics operations.
- Develop business plan and operating budget for Facilities, Fleet & Logistics that supports internal customer needs and implements Halifax Water business plans and objectives.
- Participates in a variety of management activities including hiring, performance management, attendance management, discipline, and labour relations matters such as collective agreement interpretation and proposal development.
- Develop and implement annual fleet capital replacement program for Halifax Water vehicles and equipment to support utility operations.
- Develop and implement facilities (buildings) computerized asset maintenance plan for Cowie Hill Campus and Burnside Operations Centre buildings.
- Development and implement resource management plans and business controls systems for Halifax Water vehicles, equipment, small tools and small equipment to facilitate asset management and the efficient use and sharing of assets and tools across the organization.
- Implements and oversees fleet vehicle and equipment staff training & education plans to ensure Halifax Water’s fleet operations meet all applicable municipal, provincial and federal regulations.
- Represents operations on various Committees (Occupational Health and Safety, Labour Management etc.)
- Develops standardized specifications for shared service, supply and maintenance contracts that support Halifax Water business operations. Some shared services and supplies include buildings and property maintenance, emergency 2-way radio communications, traffic signage, lift equipment maintenance, PPE, sundries, consumables etc.
- Initiates or recommends to the Director special projects which improve the performance, efficiency and effectiveness of the Operations Department.
- Implements and promotes the Occupational Health and Safety program compatible with industry standards, promotes health and wellness, and administers safety programs.
- Participates on the Halifax Water ICS Emergency Management Team as Logistics Manager to support the utilities emergency response to special weather events, natural disasters and major infrastructure failures.
- Participates on the Halifax Water Burnside Operations Centre Project Management Team as part of the Steering Committee and as a SME for Facilities, Fleet and Logistics.
- Prepare reports and make recommendations to Halifax Water senior management relating to strategic management of facilities and fleet operations. Supports facilities and fleet services special project initiatives to support business operations and continuous improvements.
- Leads Facilitates and Fleet Services teams to deliver exceptional service levels to internal business customers in a timely cost-effective manner.
- Develop and maintain effective business relationships with internal customers and stakeholders as well as external agencies and vendors.
- Other duties as assigned.
Reports To: Director of Corporate Services or designate
Supervises: Supervisor, Facilities Services
Supervisor, Fleet Maintenance
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Commerce or other related discipline.
- Other equivalent combinations of related education, training and experience may be considered.
Experience:
- Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible business management experience in a utility, municipal or related services field.
- Three to five years direct management experience in facilities, fleet maintenance, procurement, inventory or logistics in a utility, municipal or related services field.
- Must possess a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License.
- ICS Level 300
- ICS Logistics Manager
- Strong motivational, leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated supervisory and labour relations skills in a unionized environment.
- High degree of professionalism with demonstrated abilities to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Excellent consulting, engagement and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment to accomplish organizational goals.
- Demonstrated ability to manage change.
- Sound business knowledge of budgeting, planning, procurement and other general business processes.
- Knowledge and understanding of Fleet and Facilities management practices and regulations such as NSC (National Safety Code) and BOMA (Building owners and Managers Association) etc.
- Good computer skills and working knowledge of related software including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, MS Project, City Works, etc.
- Thorough knowledge of Halifax Water’s Emergency Response Plan and ICS Planning Structure.
- Knowledge of pertinent Halifax Water collective agreements.
- Demonstrated ability to work closely and effectively with a broad range of stake holders.
Completed cover letters and resumes, application forms [PDF] - optional, stating Competition #HW24-44E must be received by 4:30 p.m. April 29, 2024. Please forward to:
- Halifax Water
HR Department
P.O. Box 8388, RPO CSC
Halifax, NS
B3K 5M1
Fax
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902-490-6934
Please note: Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.
Conditional Items Required for Employment:
- Satisfactory background check
- Satisfactory pre-employment testing
Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer.
Halifax Water’s goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.