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Aplin has partnered with a well-established Alberta organization providing health and life-enrichment services within continuing-care environments. They are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance and physical plant operations across multiple Calgary locations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance leader who enjoys combining technical expertise, people leadership, problem-solving and operational responsibility in a stable, purpose-driven environment.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Full-time, permanent position
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Join an Established Alberta organization
- Multi-site facilities responsibility
- Leadership role with direct responsibility for maintenance operations
- Comprehensive benefits
- Meaningful work supporting safe and well-maintained environments for residents
- Long-term career opportunity within an established organization
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Lead, schedule, coach and support the maintenance team.
- Oversee day-to-day maintenance and physical plant operations across multiple locations.
- Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs.
- Ensure buildings, equipment and infrastructure are safe, reliable and well maintained.
- Oversee repairs involving mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and general building systems.
- Coordinate and manage external contractors, tradespeople and service providers.
- Ensure emergency, life-safety and building systems are inspected and maintained in accordance with applicable requirements.
- Respond to urgent after-hours maintenance issues and coordinate appropriate resources when required.
- Oversee groundskeeping, landscaping, snow removal and related property services.
- Manage general building repairs and improvement projects.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, inventories and documentation.
- Review invoices, purchase orders and other financial documentation.
- Assist with operating and capital budgets.
- Maintain awareness of applicable building codes, safety standards and regulatory requirements.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Facilities Manager, Building Operations Manager, Chief Building Operator or senior tradesperson who has progressed into a leadership role.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in building maintenance, facilities management, physical plant operations or a related environment
- Valid 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate or equivalent technical training.
- Journeyman certification in plumbing, electrical, carpentry or a related trade is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of:
- HVAC systems
- Mechanical systems
- Electrical systems
- Plumbing
- Building infrastructure
- Preventative maintenance
- Life-safety systems
- Previous experience supervising, coaching and developing maintenance employees.
- Experience managing contractors and external trades.
- Strong understanding of safety, compliance and maintenance standards.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and locations effectively.
- Experience with budgets, purchasing, invoices and inventory is an asset.
- Ability to respond to occasional after-hours emergencies.
Leadership Profile
We are looking for a leader who is:
- Hands-on and technically capable – someone who understands building systems and isn’t afraid to get involved.
- Calm under pressure – able to respond to emergencies and unexpected issues in a practical, solutions-focused manner.
- Supportive and accountable – someone who can develop a team while maintaining clear standards and expectations.
- Organized and dependable – strong follow-through and attention to detail are essential.
- Collaborative – comfortable working with site leadership, employees, contractors and external service providers.
- Safety-focused – committed to maintaining a safe and compliant environment.
- Career-stable – demonstrates a consistent employment history and a track record of making longer-term commitments to employers.
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and must hold a valid 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate or an equivalent recognized qualification that meets the facility’s operating requirements.
If you are an experienced maintenance or facilities professional looking for a stable leadership opportunity in Calgary, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you confidentially.
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.