Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Reports to: Director, Family Services

Salary Range: $76,000 – $85,000

Position Overview:

Ronald McDonald House Maritimes is hiring a Facilities Manager to lead and support safe, secure, welcoming, and efficient spaces for Maritime families. The role requires strong leadership, process improvement skills, flexibility, and prioritization abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible to ensure a safe, clean, welcoming, and secure environment for families and staff within Ronald McDonald House and Family Rooms in Halifax and Moncton
• Lead teams in Security, Housekeeping, and Maintenance
• Responsible for oversight of building systems, including CMMS, HVAC, IT, Building Automation System, Access controls, Security, CCTV, etc.
• Oversee housekeeping and security contracts, ensuring alignment with protocols and emergency plans
• Oversee operational systems, inventory, infrastructure, and financial management
• Ensure functioning of physical, mechanical, and IT infrastructures through preventative maintenance and repair
• Lead and manage Occupational Health and Safety program
• Promote compassionate, supportive, and open communication
• Promote continuous improvement and service excellence
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with external security professionals and agencies
• Compile data for stakeholders
• Ensure full compliance to policies
• Update systems and procedures, recommend changes to policies and guidelines
• Monitor status with respect to Global Sustainable Facilities Modules and Property Reserve Study
• Collaborate with Ronald McDonald House colleagues nationally and internationally

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years managing a commercial or residential facility
• Progressive leadership experience, team building, performance management, and strategy development
• Goal-oriented, sound judgment, integrity, dedication to mission
• Ability to work under pressure
• Proven management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience in communal living or medical settings preferred
• Technical expertise in building systems, security, and life safety
• Proactive approach to energy management and sustainability
• JHSC Certification or willingness to obtain
• Strong organizational skills, project management
• Excellent communication skills
• Crisis management and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to organize and maintain an orderly work environment
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and remaining on foot for extended periods, including navigating stairs
• Flexible schedule, availability for emergencies 24/7 except personal holidays

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license, regular access to a vehicle, personal insurance
• Current Criminal Record Check, vulnerable sector check, and Child Abuse Registry check

Hours & Location:

Ronald McDonald House, 5950 South St., Halifax, NS. Some travel is required. Generally, 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday, with flexible hours for evenings and weekends as needed.

Compensation:

· Salary: $76,000 – $85,000

· Health & dental benefits (Ronald McDonald House Maritimes contributes $2,500 towards plan enrollment)

· Matching RRSP

· 3 weeks' vacation annually

· Wellness days

· $500 wellness fund

· Professional development opportunities

Application Process:

Submit a resume by January 16, 2026, to Supplemental information about connection to the cause, career aspirations, and affiliations may be submitted via cover letter or video. Interviews may be in-person during day, evening, or weekend. Please note, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Commitment to Diversity:

Ronald McDonald House Maritimes encourages applications from persons with diverse abilities, racially visible persons, persons from the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and all candidates who contribute to diversity. Accommodations are available. Applicants are invited to self-identify.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Wellness program

Work Location: In person