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Director, Facilities

$161.43k - $171.73k per year
Full-time

City of Nanaimo

In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities, ages and sexual orientations who bring value through their lived experiences.

We strive to provide an inclusive workplace and believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for all. If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please email ***email_hidden*** and we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.

Director, Facilities

Department: Facilities & Parks Operations

Closing Date: Aug 17, 2026 4:30 AM

Competition Number: 26-91

Job Summary

Reporting to the General Manager, Community Services & Deputy CAO, the Director is responsible for providing overall leadership to the Facilities Department. The Director will be responsible for civic facilities, planning and project management, asset management, energy management and custodial services.

This leadership position plays a significant role in overseeing and managing a workforce of unionized and exempt employees. The Director develops policies and bylaws in accordance with the City’s strategic objectives and City and Provincial regulations and provides advice to Council and senior staff. The Director is a member of the City’s Senior Management team and participates in the overall planning, administration and management of the City.

Duties and Responsibilities

Please see the job description PDF below.

Requirements

Ideally, you hold a degree in Engineering, Building Technology or a related discipline. You are a strategic thinker and effective relationship-builder with a minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible related experience, including significant experience in a senior management role in a unionized environment. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Possession of a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License is required.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a permanent full-time exempt position offering 35 hours of work per week, with a salary range of $161,427.71 to $171,731.61 as well as a competitive benefits package.

Comments

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials. To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to ***email_hidden*** referencing the specific competition 26-91 by the application deadline.

The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.

Vacancy posted 13 days ago
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