The salary range for this position is CAD $38.88/Hr. - CAD $55.89/Hr.

The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. **Testing may be required. ***A criminal record check may be required

Are you a facilities leader who thrives on keeping complex operations running smoothly while leading teams and projects that directly support patient care?

Education & Experience:

• Trades Qualification as a journeyman in a relevant trade or Power Engineering certificate.
• 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.
  
  

• A competitive salary: $38.88 per hour.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities:  The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
• A comprehensive health benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance as well as pension.

 Your Day to Day:

• Leading, supervising, and supporting maintenance staff responsible for the operation and upkeep of buildings, building systems, grounds, equipment, and hardware
• Managing employee performance, workforce planning, recruitment, training, and labour relations matters, including grievances and disciplinary processes
• Overseeing preventative maintenance programs and maintaining the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to ensure work is planned, scheduled, and completed efficiently
• Monitoring daily maintenance activities to ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC requirements, safety regulations, applicable codes, and organizational standards
• Coordinating major and minor construction, renovation, and repair projects, including reviewing drawings and specifications, preparing cost estimates, scheduling resources, and ensuring work is completed according to plan
• Working closely with trades staff, user departments, contractors, and external service providers to coordinate maintenance and project activities with minimal disruption to operations
• Preparing project reports and updates, identifying issues such as delays or non-compliance, and recommending solutions to keep projects on track
• Supporting operating and capital budget planning, resource allocation, and long-term infrastructure and equipment replacement strategies
• Preparing sketches, drawings, tender documents, and technical recommendations to support facility improvements and contract award decisions
• Participating in health and safety, project planning, and labour-management committees while maintaining current knowledge of industry best practices, regulations, codes, and emerging technologies

Who We Are:

Providence Health Care is building the new St. Paul’s Hospital, a state-of-the-art health campus opening in 2027. This once-in-a-generation project will transform how care is delivered in British Columbia.

As part of our Facilities team, you’ll help bring this new hospital to life and maintain the essential systems that keep it running every day. Curious about other opportunities in the trades at Providence? Check out our trades career page here.

• A purpose-driven organization where your work supports patient care and community wellbeing
• A collaborative team environment where skilled trades are valued as essential contributors
• An inclusive workplace that respects the diversity, dignity and contributions of every employee
• A forward-looking organization investing in innovation, infrastructure and people

At Providence, your work isn’t just about maintenance and operations — it’s about supporting care for thousands of patients and families every day. 

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.