MANAGER, FACILITIES AND DEVELOPMENT
Reference #: 2025-75
Strong. Proud. Uplifting.
At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.
Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care.
We are excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers.
Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.
Position Title
Manager, Facilities and Development
Department/Section
Base Management
Employment Status
Permanent Full Time
Targeted Salary Range
$115,731.20-$137,430.80
Work Mode
Hybrid (In office 3-4 times/week)
Travel may be required, up to 10% per year.
Existing Vacancy
Yes
Location
5310 Explorer Drive, Mississauga
Hours of Work
37.5 hours/week
Posting Open Date
Monday May 26, 2025
Posting Close Date
Sunday June 8, 2025
The targeted salary range is supplemented by a competitive total rewards package. The salary offered to the successful candidate will consider a wide array of factors such as the individual’s skillset, level of experience applicable to the role and internal equity considerations.
Uplifting Your Career at Ornge
The Manager, Facilities and Development oversees a team of four and is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, care, and development of Ornge’s facilities, including regional bases. The Manager ensures that all systems, such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, security, cleaning, and landscaping, are properly maintained and that remediation requirements for leased or purchased sites are met, to ensure the safety and security of all Ornge facilities.
Our ideal candidate possesses 7-9 years+ of related experience, brings a passion for process improvement, metrics and is outcome driven. At Ornge, leadership is at the core of everything we do. We are looking for a leader who is best practice focused, leads by example, is committed to the growth and development of the team and has a proven track record of building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Accountabilities:
Adheres to the operating and capital budget, forecasting, monitoring, reporting, and regularly provides status updates.
Ensures continuous improvement of facility services to create efficiencies and savings opportunities.
Implements functional policies and ensures compliance.
Assists in developing and implementing the Ornge Facility Strategic plan.
Assists with lease management and negotiations with landlords.
Communicates with landlords to ensure contract performance.
Conducts follow-up maintenance reports with landlord facility management.
Ensures compliance of Performance Agreement with Ministry of Health.
Manages work order requests and the schedules of suppliers and vendors for facilities day to day operations.
Develops requirements, business plans, schedules, implementation plans, close out, and reflective learning for capital projects.
Conducts follow-up with reports to ensure service goals are met.
Oversees the safety and security of Ornge facilities assets in a cost-effective manner.
Creates and implements fire safety plans for head office and all bases.
Forecasts and plans future safety and security plans.
Works with business units to develop facility plans and office systems standards while coordinating installation and reconfiguration of new and existing systems.
Manages staff on all maintenance activities.
Maintains knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.
Qualifications:
Degree/Diploma in Property Management or Property Specialist, Engineering or another relevant field.
A minimum of 7-9 years of experience in facilities management (managing real estate, space planning, preventative maintenance plans, and project management).
Experience in planning/leading (construction/maintenance/repair) building projects.
Certified Property Manager or certifications related to facility management, property management, or project management.
Knowledge of maintenance, environmental and facilities management practices and services.
Knowledge of federal, provincial, and local regulations, trades standards, and policies.
Strong understanding of all applicable regulatory requirements including building codes, regulations, and health and safety laws and guidelines.
Knowledge of facility-related trades (plumbing, electrical, mechanical and HVAC).
Ability to develop and interpret facilities-related contracts and drawings.
Knowledge of government purchasing and budgeting.
Ability to read property plans.
Possess excellent organizational and time management skills to provide oversight to staff on all maintenance activities.
Relationship building and strong communication skills required to coordinate with Base Managers for facility related issues and assist with lease management and negotiations with landlords.
Total Rewards:
Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Benefit Plan.
24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program.
Premium Defined Benefits Pension Plan Automatic Enrollment.
Three Paid Personal Days (Pro-Rated for Year 1).
Accrued vacation time starting at three weeks per year.
PERKS! Employee Promotional Programs relating to personal phone plans, furniture, home/car insurance, travel, fitness, attractions and more!
Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for learning and development.
At Ornge, we are:
Community connectors.
Equity in healthcare.
Strong in our convictions.
Proud of the services we provide.
Uplifting in our mission, values, and services.
You can expect us to be:
Competitive in pay, benefits, vacation time and more.
Promoters of diversity.
Champions of inclusivity and accessibility.
Committed to your career advancement.
A tight-knit, supportive culture.
A bit about you:
You are driven by our collective desire to make a difference.
Excited by problem solving and excels at in-the-moment decision making.
Teamwork has always been where you thrive.
You are ready to put your skills into action in a fast-paced environment.
What’s next:
If you are ready to uplift lives, apply directly online.
All resumes are reviewed by our team and only those under consideration will be contacted.
Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email us at HR@ornge.ca.
Ornge encourages applications from candidates identifying as a member of a traditionally underrepresented group including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous peoples; Francophone persons; Black and racialized persons; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; and persons with disabilities.
Ornge communicates with candidates for job openings by email and does not incorporate AI technology in its recruitment process. Applicants are responsible to check their email for updates and ensure they can receive messages from unfamiliar senders. We send time-sensitive information via email; it is important for applicants to check their email frequently. If we do not receive a response from applicants, we will assume that they are no longer interested in the position, resulting in the removal of their application from the competition.
Are you ready to pursue a career that has a profound impact on communities across Ontario, Canada? Join us.
Ornge. Lives uplifted.
