Facilities Management Specialist - Facilities Management

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.  As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time. 

Posting Period

Open:        April 17, 2025 

Deadline:   April 30, 2025 

Non-Union 

Department Description

Facilities Management

The Facilities Management (FM) Specialist provides a comprehensive depth of technical, analytical, problem solving support to the Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) team, the Projects team, and the Power Plant. The Specialist has informal leadership responsibilities managing day-to-day MRO activities. 

The Specialist is responsible for preventative maintenance planning, work and rationalization and providing technical support to Trades to repair building systems. The Specialist will perform the administration and inspection of work performed by maintenance service contractors, collaborate with the MRO team to develop and maintain departmental processes and procedures (SOP?s), and respond to building system failures and emergencies. The Specialist will act as the MRO liaison supporting the Projects team in the capital replacement of building systems. In collaboration with Managers and Coordinators, the Specialist manages both internal and external relationships with key stakeholders including clinical departments, safety team, projects team, engineering consultants, maintenance contractors and regulatory agencies. Reporting directly to the Manager, Facilities Management, Specialists ensure MRO service delivery is maintained and processes are implemented with quality and accuracy.

Regular Full-Time

What we offer: 

• Hourly rate of $38.15 - $47.69 per hour 
• Work schedule of 37.5 hours per week
• Comprehensive Benefit Package 
• HOOPP Pension Plan 
• On-Site Fitness Facilities 

Qualifications

• Successful completion of certified skilled trade with the Ontario College of Trades; or 3rd Class Operating Engineer 
• Designation as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T) preferred
• Minimum 3 years recent, related experience, 5 years preferred 
• Proficient knowledge of federal and provincial legislation related to role (i.e. Criminal Code, Fire Code, Ontario Hospital Act, etc.)
• Proficient knowledge of electrical/mechanical standards
• Demonstrated proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, OneNote)
• Proficient Knowledge of the use of fire extinguishers and firefighting equipment
• Demonstrated proficient public relations skills
• Demonstrated proficient coaching skills
• Demonstrated ability to work outside under unfavorable weather conditions
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrated proficient investigative skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to change
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Vision, Purpose, and Values 
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!

Immunization Requirements  

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC?s Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC. 

Teaching, Learning and Research

LHSC Centre is proudly one of Canada?s largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect.  LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.  Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach.  Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work or study permits. It is the employee?s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.