Director of Facilities and Maintenance

2 weeks ago


Simcoe, Canada Schuyler Farms Limited Full time

**Job Title: Director of Facilities & Maintenance**
**Reports to**: _President_
**Responsible for**:_ Farm Shop Manager, Maintenance Manager, Facilities Maintenance Lead and Refrigeration Specialist. _

**Job Summary**:This role requires an individual who exemplifies the company values of humble, driven, and solutions oriented.

**Humble - **Employees that are team players and are respectful of others and the job at hand. Great team players lack excessive ego or concerns about status. Humble employees are quick to point out contributions of others and slow to seek attention of their own.

**Driven - **Employees who are motivated and focused on self improvement. Driven or hungry employees are always looking for more. More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for. They never have to be pushed by a manager to work harder because they are self-motivated and diligent.

**Solutions Oriented - **Employees who focus on solving, and preventing problems from occurring, not just identifying them. This is equal parts of problems with systems and processes and the common sense that an employee has about people. They are aware, act appropriately, ask good questions, and listen to understand.

Responsible for leading and coaching the Facilities and Maintenance team including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management, to ensure operational efficiency, safety, and compliance across all properties and facilities.

**Role and Accountability**:

- Oversee all aspects of farm shop operations, including tractor repairs, maintenance, and processing operations like packline maintenance.
- Directly manage worker housing facilities, responsible for accommodation of 400+ employees.
- Coordinate renovations, repairs, and preventative measures for facilities, ensuring compliance with building codes, regulatory standards, and safety regulations.
- Supervise ground maintenance activities, ensuring all properties are tour-ready, safe, and functional, while enforcing cleanliness standards.
- Spearhead initiatives to promote environmental sustainability within facilities and maintenance operations, including waste reduction, energy conservation, and resource optimization.
- Assume leadership in delegating troubleshooting and resolution of mechanical or equipment-related issues, emphasizing clear expectations and providing in-person guidance and support to foster team success.
- Cultivate an empowering culture of continuous improvement within the Facilities and Maintenance team, blending in-person management with coaching to elevate performance and accountability.
- Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of facilities and maintenance staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with health and safety regulations, fostering an environment that upholds Ministry of Labour standards across unionized and non-unionized settings.
- Foster open communication with insurance partners and promptly update them on facility and equipment changes to ensure policy compliance and seamless integration.
- Coordinate with insurance agents or brokers to facilitate adjustments to insurance policies based on changes in the company's asset portfolio, ensuring seamless integration of new assets and removal of obsolete ones.
- Ensure adherence to food safety standards and guidelines applicable to a food-safe facility, considering experience or familiarity with food safety regulations as an asset or preference.
- Collaborate with external contractors for specialized repairs and maintenance, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to timelines.
- Procure necessary parts and building materials for workers, ensure adequate supplies to fulfill maintenance and repair requests, and manage inventory effectively.
- Develop proposals for equipment upgrades and improvement projects in collaboration with the maintenance and processing team, aiming to enhance processes, efficiency, and output.
- Develop and manage budgets for facilities and maintenance operations, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and adherence to financial targets while identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- The Director will drive the team through Level 10 meetings and represent the department at management Level 10 meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Extensive understanding of farm operations, equipment maintenance, and facility management, with specialized knowledge in packline, processing plants, forklifts, robotics, and agricultural machinery.
- Proficiency in regulatory standards and health and safety regulations in agricultural settings.
- Demonstrated leadership skills, guiding teams towards operational excellence and problem-solving.
- Effective communication abilities, enabling clear interaction with internal teams and external contractors.
- Strong decision-making cap



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