Manager Environmental Services

Company Description

Halton Healthcare's vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with 'exemplary patient care, always' at the heart of everything we do. We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Job Description

The Manager Environmental Services will be responsible for providing ethical leadership in the administration and management of housekeeping, transportation, waste and linen services at the Georgetown and Milton Hospitals.

The role also oversees the delivery of Housekeeping, Linen, Laundry and Waste Management services in keeping with safe work practices and infection prevention and control standards.

As a core member of the Environmental Services management team, you will provide leadership in developing, maintaining and monitoring of corporate environmental services standards. Ensures that all standards are in keeping with best practice guidelines (PIDAC), appropriate legislation (TDG, Waste Management Regs) and budget parameters.

Manages and provides direction to housekeeping and transportation supervisors, in support of daily operations. You will work with the team in keeping with the specific policies, standards and overall values and continuous quality improvement goals of the department and Halton Healthcare.

In collaboration with the Manager of Environmental Services, OTMH and Infection Control, is responsible for developing, maintaining and monitoring corporate housekeeping infection prevention and control standards.

Is responsible for the creation, implementation, and evaluation of various quality improvement initiatives related to environmental and portering services and customer satisfaction at the Georgetown and Milton Hospitals.

Manage Georgetown and Milton Hospitals financial resources in keeping with the strategic priorities and goals of the department and hospital.

Qualifications

Formal Education Required:

Professional Healthcare Housekeeper's Certificate (PHH) preferred

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification preferred

Degree or Diploma in Business Administration or another related field

Knowledge and skills required

• Understanding of PIDAC, Workplace Safety and occupational Health and Safety Act
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to motivate, inspire and facilitate teamwork.
• Safety Training is an asset
• Experience managing a large workforce in a unionized environment

Previous Relevant Experience Required:

• Minimum of 5 years related management experience (i.e., working within a support services department of a large hospital)
• Proven planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills.
• Experienced in working in partnership with vendors, distributors, staff and management.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
• Experienced in developing and maintaining capital and operating budgets
• Satisfactory employment and attendance record

Additional Information

Status: Full Time

Hours: Monday to Friday - 7.5 hour day shifts; Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary:

Date posted: November 11, 2025

Internal applications due by: November 18, 2025

Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

The Ontario Public Hospitals Act mandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital. This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment. This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare's Immunization Policies.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.

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