Kemptville District Hospital is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Manager of Facilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall activities and functions of Hospital Facilities including maintenance and plant operations, environmental services, laundry, parking, security, emergency management, capital development, and sustainability. Ensures the physical environment of Kemptville District Hospital is safe, functional, compliant, and supports the delivery of high-quality patient care. Responsible for meeting all legislative, regulatory, and Ministry reporting obligations applicable to Ontario public hospitals delegated to the Facilities Manager. Provides leadership to Building Services staff and contractors and represents KDH in regional facilities and infrastructure initiatives as required. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer/Vice President of Operations.
Why should you work at KDH?- Competitive wages based on central and local collective agreements
- Excellent benefits with medical, dental and vision plans for full-time employees (extended healthcare and/or dental care available for part-time employees)
- HOOPP Pension program
- Reimbursement for recertification of BCLS, ACLS, and TNCC
- Internal cross-training opportunities
- Regular meetings with managers to engage and provide feedback
- Recognition programs
- Long service awards
- Employee discounts through corporate partnerships
- Small rural community hospital with a wide variety of services that has a big impact on regional programs
- 20 minutes south of Ottawa on the 416 going against traffic = easy commute
- Rural living with all the amenities of city life
The successful candidate will share our commitment to Patient and Family Centred Care and possess the following qualifications and experience:Education and Certification:- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Facilities Management, Engineering Technology, Building Science, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
- Building Environmental Systems (BES) Facility Manager certificate or Certified Health Care Facility Manager (CHFM) designation, or equivalent (asset)
- Infection Control Certification for Construction in a Healthcare Environment
- Project Management Professional (PMP) designation or Project Management Certificate from an accredited institution (asset)
- OHA Environmental Services Level 1 & 2 certificates (asset)
- Lean Green Belt Certification (asset)
Experience:- Minimum five (5) years of progressive facilities experience, with at least two (2) years in a healthcare or institutional environment
- Experience managing TSSA-regulated equipment including boilers, pressure vessels, and elevators
- Recent capital project management experience, including coordination of consultants and contractors in a healthcare or institutional setting
- Experience leading quality improvement initiatives
- Experience working within or alongside unionized environments
Knowledge:- Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards, and regulations governing Ontario public hospital facilities
- Knowledge of Accreditation Canada / Health Standards Organization (HSO) standards as they relate to the environment of care
- Familiarity with Public Health Ontario IPAC and CRMD guidance frameworks
- Knowledge of Ministry of Health capital funding programs including HIRF; familiarity with FCAP methodology and reporting
- Knowledge of Ontario’s Energy and Water Reporting and Benchmarking (EWRB) requirements and BPS energy reporting obligations
- Knowledge of financial management, budget administration, and internal controls
- Strong computer knowledge and skills using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Project with a positive attitude, strong initiative skills, infinite patience for trouble sho