Building Operations and Maintenance Advisor

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

6d•CA$81,988 - CA$107,946•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. Alberta Infrastructure is responsible for delivering about one quarter of the Alberta government’s Capital Plan, which addresses the provincial infrastructure needs of Alberta’s population that support key social programs and services and economic development. The Ministry designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that school and hospital infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. Infrastructure also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans. The Properties’ Programs & Integration Unit is the primary point of contact and resource, for the regional offices within the Properties Branch, for business, technical, systems, and process expertise, with the goal of facilitating uniformity, continuous improvement, and innovation in relation to property management practices. Programs & Integration is accountable for knowledge management and consistency relating to Properties business, accommodations, major maintenance, facilities management, and project delivery processes, as well as for providing associated training, and identifying and promoting the application of best practices. The Building Operations and Maintenance Advisor is a key resource within the Building Support Team, reporting to the Building Support Manager. This position is responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of Operational and Maintenance (OM) Programs in all Government owned and operated facilities province-wide. The purpose of the program is to: Operate building systems as per the design intent to maintain a safe, comfortable, and productive environment; Maximize reliability and useful life of equipment and systems; Minimize energy and operating costs; Forecast preventive maintenance resource requirements (cost and manpower).

Requirements

Effective communication skills, project management skills, and proven skills in working with internal and external staff on facility maintenance issues.
Two-year technical diploma in Engineering
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible related experience

Nice To Haves

Experience and training in asset management and maintenance management fields
In-depth knowledge of building mechanical and electrical systems
In-depth knowledge of building related codes, standards, and regulations
Supervisory experience in building operations and maintenance programs
Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and building system testing and diagnostic processes
Experience with Microsoft Power Platform and SharePoint

Responsibilities

Acting as the Properties Branch subject matter expert for building operations, maintenance management, asset reliability, and building system performance across Government-owned facilities.
Developing, implementing, and continuously improving enterprise-wide operational and maintenance standards, programs, procedures, and performance measures.
Leading the development of preventative maintenance strategies, maintenance task libraries, and lifecycle management practices to maximize asset reliability and service life.
Monitoring and analyzing asset performance, operational data, maintenance metrics, and emerging industry trends to identify improvement opportunities and inform strategic decision-making.
Providing senior technical advice and recommendations to Properties Branch leadership, Property Managers, facility operators, and project teams.
Establishing governance processes and compliance frameworks to ensure operational programs align with applicable legislation, codes, standards, and industry best practices.
Producing technical specifications, scopes of work, and procurement documents supporting maintenance service contracts and operational initiatives.
Auditing facilities and maintenance programs to ensure consistency, effectiveness, and compliance with provincial standards.
Leading training, workshops, and knowledge-transfer initiatives to enhance the technical competency of facility operators and maintenance personnel.
Leading the continuous improvement and optimization of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), digital maintenance tools, and reporting platforms.
Developing enterprise reporting and performance dashboards that support informed asset management and investment decisions.
Building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance operational excellence and asset stewardship across the Government of Alberta portfolio.