Property Specialist

PROPERTY SPECIALIST

Reference #:2024-96

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

Property Specialist
- Department/Section

Corporate Services

Employment Status

Contract Full Time, 2 YearsTargeted Salary Range

$67,555-$84,444

Work Mode

Hybrid (2-3 Days Per Week)- Ability to travel to various locations within Ontario that are remote/semi-remote

Location

Thunder Bay or Sudbury, Ontario

Hours of Work

Monday-Friday; 8:30am-4:30pm

Posting Open Date

Wednesday October 9, 2024

Posting Close Date

Wednesday October 23, 2024

Uplifting Your Career at Ornge

The Property Specialist delivers a comprehensive facility service program, for assigned properties, to deliver safe, functional, and efficient environments in support of our core mandate as the provinces Critical Care medical transport provider.

The Property Specialist has prime responsibility for maintaining Ornge facilities in SOGR, and engages and directs essential contracted facilities services, building/critical equipment preventative maintenance, emergency repairs and capital improvements.

Ornge has 9 Aviation Bases, 5 Land Ambulance Bases, Corporate Head Office, and Operations Warehouse, 3 crew houses, and multiple leased trailers/ancillary spaces across Ontario.

**Responsibilities**:

- Oversight of buildings, and inherent building systems for Electrical, Mechanical, Structural, Fire Safety, Security, Lighting, and monitoring of critical equipment for designated properties are in SOGR and compliant with all applicable codes/legislation.
- Supervises and administers contractor activities, including the development of work scope and deliverables, obtaining quotes, negotiating terms and pricing, preparing Purchase Requisitions, execution of the work, and compliance with Safety training, WSIB clearance, Environmental policy, and insurance coverage.
- Contributes to annual budgeting for Facilities, adherence to long term Facilities planning, the Health and Safety program and committee work, and Environmental Management program duties and responsibilities, and Fire Warden.
- Working with Base Managers, acts on requests for space planning and other initiatives including renovations and internal moves to meet operational changes and expansion.
- Provides regular inspection of buildings and critical equipment such as emergency generators, hangar doors, building systems (CCTV, Access Control, Lighting, and HVAC.
- Ensures follow-up activities to maintain valid critical equipment is fully operational.

Qualifications:

- Post-secondary education related to Facilities, Property Management, Buildings, Systems and/or Trades training.
- 7-10 years of working experience related to Property/Facilities.
- Knowledge of all applicable health and safety laws, environmental guidelines, facility related trades i.e. plumbing, electrical, mechanical and HVAC.
- Ability to develop/interpret facilities-related contracts and read drawings.
- Knowledge/experience of government purchasing and/or budgeting would be considered an asset.
- Knowledge of building codes, electrical, mechanical, and life safety.
- Experience in planning/leading (construction or maintenance/repair) building projects.

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

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:

- All resumes are reviewed by our team and only those under consideration will be contacted.

Are you ready to pursue a career that has a profound impact on communities across Ontario, Canada?