CURE International
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Facility Manager oversees operations of the maintenance, and facilities department to ensure facilities align with the mission, values, and objectives of the organization. The Facility Manager is responsible for ensuring that all hospital buildings, mechanical systems, grounds, and utility infrastructure are operational and sustain a safe environment for patients, caregivers, and staff to support quality healthcare service delivery and outcomes.
The Facility Manager is also responsible for the effective utilization of the computerized asset management system (CMS) that is used to maintain an inventory of facility, vehicle, and equipment assets.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Supervision and Administrative role
Implement and manage departmental maintenance objectives and schedules for hospital buildings, mechanical systems, clinics, grounds, utility infrastructure (energy sources and distribution), IT/telecommunications, biomedical equipment and residential properties to create and maintain safe, functional, orderly facilities that are efficient and economical.
Assist in the planning, development, and execution of approved construction and renovation projects. Ensures that all projects are adequately constructed or renovated and are in compliance with all CURE International standards, SafeCare standards, and local codes and regulations.
Prepare, implement, and assure follow-up of a structured maintenance strategy documented through CMS (computerized asset management system) and efficiently manage human and financial resources to maintain operational readiness and achieve objectives.
Establish, maintain, and manage external vendor/skilled labor, specialized personnel pool to augment hospital staff and achieve outcomes. This includes conducting performance appraisals, keeping time and attendance records, and handling disciplinary problems of assigned service staff.
Supervise and train staff in the approved practices and procedures for proper facility and equipment maintenance.
Participate in the hospital’s Spiritual Ministry programs.
Monitoring and Evaluation role
Conduct periodic Environment of Care (EOC) inspections of buildings and equipment to ascertain and document their condition, evaluate the complexity of any needed repairs to determine the best solution, project job cost, and oversee the implementation of approved procedures to ensure the ongoing efficient operation of assigned buildings.
Prepare department operating budgets, annual capital budgets, and monitor performance outcomes against the plan: task(s), quality, time, and cost to document current state and strategize for improving outcomes.
Make prioritized recommendations to the Executive Director and Head of Facilities as to projects that need the most attention.
Review and maintain the quality of information of the facility assets in CMS. Update life cycle projections and replacement costs.
In collaboration with the Infection Prevention and Control Manager and Operations Manager, maintain and manage cleaning reports that management can use to evaluate continuous improvement processes for the department.
Occupational Health & Safety function
Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety policies and processes during all work activities, including using/wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required.
Participate in activities directed at preventing harm & promoting well-being in the workplace. Identify, report, & self-managing hazards where appropriate.
Ensure early and accurate reporting of incidents at work and raise issues of concern when identified.
Develop and oversee plans to handle all waste management requirements of the facility, including but not limited to trash stream, medical waste, hazardous waste, construction waste, incinerator operation septic pumping.
Implement water testing protocol (public and private) and document all results in CMS. Highlight test results outside of parameters and inform management.
Oversee general disinfection and cleaning of hospital spaces, such as wards, rooms, washrooms, lobbies, offices, and workshops.
Oversee fire safety, training, drills and equipment inspections including extinguishers, smoke alarms, hose reels and exit plans.
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
SECONDARY DUTIES
Actively works to develop an understanding of all aspects of the hospital so as to become more available and equipped for representing, and acting on behalf of, the Executive Director in their absence (as requested).
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the co-worker for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of three (3) years of progressively, responsible facility management experience.
Previous supervisory experience required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Engineering or related field, preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Excellent leadership and management abilities.
Excellent organizational skills and project management abilities.
Ability to work under pressure, and prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks.
Ability to work under minimal supervision with a high degree of autonomy.
Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to liaise with individuals at all levels within the hospital.
TO APPLY
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