Facilities Supervisor

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for one (1) permanent full-time position of Facilities Supervisor with the department of Transit Fleet, Halifax Transit.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Under the general direction of Halifax Transit, the Facilities Supervisor provides expert advice and support in the operation, maintenance and servicing of Halifax Transit’s facilities.

Along with being responsible for overseeing the condition of Halifax Transit Centres and the bus and ferry terminals, the Facilities Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of building maintenance ATU personnel, the efficient and effective operation of Halifax Transit facilities the development of preventative maintenance plans to ensure optimal condition and operation of assets long-term. To meet the daily challenges of this dynamic environment, the Facilities Supervisor will be a liaison with Property, Fleet & Environment employees, Halifax Transit employees, vendors and contractors in the performance of facility maintenance, scheduling of workplace/inspections, allocation of equipment, parts acquisitions as well as life cycle decisions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership

• Leads a team, ensures personnel have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities and facilitates change and continuous improvement to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
• Promotes and ensures safety standards are adhered to and is responsible for the administration of obligations under OH&S and Labour Code: conducts inspections, coaches and informs, develops, and reviews standard operating procedures, and acts in the event of incidents.
• Facilitates monthly meetings with key internal stakeholders to ensure all Halifax Transit departments are aligned on facility maintenance work.

Performance Management

• Directs, coaches, assigns, and monitors the work of staff, encourages staff development, takes disciplinary action as required, and interprets/applies corporate policies and the Collective Agreement.
• Works with the procurement team to manage the performance of vendors and ensure all issues are rectified within the warranty period.
• Interacts sensitively and respectfully with diverse individuals and groups.

Service Delivery

• Responsible for ensuring all internal and external Halifax Transit facilities and equipment associated with transit operations are in good working order.
• Responsible for designing and administering preventative maintenance tasks for both facilities and bus maintenance equipment.
• Assists in the development of specifications for the tendering of equipment, components, parts and services related to building maintenance, including establishing repair procedures and standards for new equipment.
• Suggest projects for equipment overhaul or replacement in advance for the preparation of capital and operational budgets.
• Responsible for the inspection of tendered equipment and supervision of contracted facility work/projects to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Provides frequent communication to the Fleet Controller and other Halifax Transit departmental leadership on the status of facilities and equipment, must have a strong customer service orientation, and responds to escalated concerns.
• Assists in the preparation of departmental business and budget plans, aids in insourcing and outsourcing decisions for repairs based on internal skills competencies and workload.
• Generates detailed records and reports as required and ensures information is complete and accurate in the Maintenance Management System.
• Collaborates with Property, Fleet & Environment Operations staff to coordinate Facility work order requests through City works, also assists in maintaining facility equipment data to support the Asset Management Office in the collection of Asset Registry data.
• Provide back-up support to the other Facilities Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Interprovincial Mechanical Trade Certification, and/or BOMA FMA Facility Management Administration designation. A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience supervising staff in a unionized environment.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Facility Maintenance.
• A minimum of 2 years’ Supervisory experience of staff and/or contractors.
• A Valid Driver’s license.
• General knowledge and some formal training in contract management are considered an asset.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

Security Clearance Requirements: Successful candidates will be required to complete an employment security screening check

Please note: Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job-specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer's discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Valuing Diversity, Analytical Thinking, Communications, Developing Others, Teamwork & Cooperation, Visioning, Strategic Thinking & Innovation

WORK STATUS: Permanent, Full-Time

HOURS OF WORK: 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week. May require occasional overtime based on operational requirements

SALARY: $87,872. This position is part of the NSGEU Local 107 bargaining unit

WORK LOCATION: Burnside Transit Centre, 200 Ilsley Ave, Dartmouth

CLOSING DATE : Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm Thursday, June 30, 2026

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link; Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

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