Coordinator | Plant Services - Jobs in Kamloops, BC

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Who are we looking forAre you an outgoing energetic person with good communication skills We are hiring a Coordinator, Plant Services in our Facilities Maintenance and Operations department at Interior Health.What will you work onThe Coordinator, Plant Services will work on projects and oversee multiple sites and staff. This role provides leadership and management for 9 sites within the Interior Health region. This position supports the Plant Manager for the Thompson Cariboo region, which is the largest region in the Interior Health region. The Coordinator, also works closely with the Regional Project Lead to develop scope and budget for various projects.Some typical duties:

• Ensures the effective maintenance and operation of buildings, building systems, grounds, equipment and hardware by utilizing efficient planning and scheduling and ensuring work is completed according to applicable regulations and standards.
• Leads, supervises, and performance manages designated staff and is accountable for the area’s operational planning as well as resource allocation and utilization; investigates work and staff issues and where necessary initiates disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Participates in the management of grievances and labour relations matters by performing duties such as responding to 1st and 2nd step grievances, consulting with Human Resources personnel and/or the Manager as required, providing information and attending union/management meetings and arbitrations.
• Recruits staff through methods such as interviewing internal and external applicants, making hiring decisions, completing required documentation and forwarding to Human Resources for processing.
• Participates in the development of the designated facilities operating budget, makes recommendations as appropriate and maintains responsibility for assigned budgets; provides input into the development of short and long-term plans for the facilities infrastructure, acquisition of capital equipment and supplies, and for the expansion of services.
• Maintains the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) including preventative maintenance schedules and plans; reviews and adjusts schedules as necessary according to building system maintenance requirements, budget constraints, and available resources; ensures each scheduled review is consistent with good engineering and safety practices.
• Monitors the daily work activity of personnel within the assigned area to ensure safety procedures set by the department and regulatory agencies, such as WorkSafe BC, are fully complied with and that work is progressing according to plan.
• Coordinates major and minor projects by reviewing working plans, drawings, and specifications, preparing preliminary cost estimates, determining resources required such as equipment and supplies, liaising with appropriate trades, user departments and contractors on the coordination and scheduling of construction work and reviewing project work to ensure completion in accordance to plan and adherence to applicable codes and organizational regulations.
• Prepares reports for the Manager or Director indicating progress of construction projects and documenting problems such as non-compliance with contract documents, delays in construction and proposed resolutions to ensure projects are completed according to plan.
• Prepares detailed and single line mechanical, architectural and structural sketches/drawings, and tenders for renovation/repair projects as required; provides input into the recommendation of contract awards.
• Participates in a wide variety of committee meetings by attending departmental, health and safety, construction/project planning and union/management meetings as a representative of the department as applicable.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and technological advancements in the field, including up to date knowledge of applicable bylaws, codes regulations and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

How will you create an impactThe coordinator will be responsible for ensuring mechanical operations of the facilities are in good running conditionHow will we help you growWe are committed to continuous education and development in order to keep up with current and new equipment and standardsLove your work, apply today!Honouring Interior Health’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preferential consideration and/or hiring will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Aboriginal (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training, and Experience

• Trades Qualification as a journeyman in a relevant trade or Power Engineering certificate, plus five (5) to seven (7) years recent, related experience including a minimum of two (2) years direct supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to lead and inspire staff, and build a team environment that fosters trust and respect.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, customer relations, communication and facilitation skills to develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Possesses business acumen and analytical skills to anticipate financial and business requirements and ensure effective use of resources.
• Demonstrated ability to manage maintenance and construction projects within a large complex health care environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of working relationships and trades needs in a maintenance department within a hospital setting.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate issues and develop various options for resolutions.
• Demonstrated ability to operate current computer applications such as AutoCAD, word processing, database, spreadsheet, and maintenance management systems.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

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