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Unit Facilities Specialist

  • Richmond, BC, Canada

The starting rate/ salary for this position ranges from 20.73 CAD to 24.75 CAD and will be based on relevant work experience. · Full-time

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The starting rate/ salary for this position ranges from 20.73 CAD to 24.75 CAD and will be based on relevant work experience.
Job type
Full-time
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You have a minimum of 3 years experience in a multi-unit facilities management organization, preferably in a high-volume retail sector.
Posting language
English
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WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

  • You have a minimum of 3 years experience in a multi-unit facilities management organization, preferably in a high-volume retail sector.
  • You have an academic degree or professional qualification in Facilities Management or equivalent (asset).
  • You have technical knowledge, and a minimum of 3 years practical experience, in facility systems; including electrical and lighting, mechanical and HVAC, structural, site, building automation and energy management.
  • You have proven experience in working with sustainability and the environment from a facility management perspective.
  • You have working knowledge of CAFM (Computer Aided Facility Management) systems. (Asset).

A DAY IN YOUR LIFE WITH US

  • Manage the facility management services of each responsible property actively throughout its lifetime including safety, compliance, maintenance and improvement to ensure a safe and operational environment for the business, co-workers, customers and other stakeholders.
  • ​Coordinate operational tasks related to internal work and work executed by external FM suppliers in Collaborate with the Unit FM Manager.
  • ​Secure FM excellence by inspecting FM services including, administrating FM tools (ex. CAFM), IWAY maintenance and spot checks.
  • ​Assist in controlling costs through working in a lean, simple and cost-conscious way, encouraging colleagues to discover more effective ways of working in the FM area.
  • ​Follow-up on permits, licences, certificates and reporting measures, in order to stay compliant with local and international legislation, as well as internal rules and requirements regarding the FM scope within Ingka.

ABOUT THIS WORK AREA

Without us our many co-workers and customers wouldn’t have an IKEA to go to. We make sure to secure, build and maintain our physical locations - from stores to offices to factories – to meet the needs of the many people. Together we lead the way in delivering safe, compliant, sustainable, and innovative solutions for every property. And we feel a great sense of pride in seeing everything working smoothly!

Why you will love us

Here at IKEA, we want to ensure that we are creating a better everyday life for the many people, including our co-workers. We also believe that a job should be so much more than a job. That’s why we focus on having an inclusive work environment where we celebrate your uniqueness, live our values, and ensure that we walk the talk when it comes to co-worker development. In addition, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to all co-workers including:

  • Wellness days (in addition to your vacation days!)
  • Extended health, dental, and vision coverage (for you and your family)
  • RRSP with IKEA contribution matching options
  • Eligibility for our annual IKEA bonus incentive plan
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Merchandise and restaurant discounts (plus free drinks and different healthy meal options in the co-worker restaurant, where available)
  • Bereavement leave
  • Employee assistance program (that helps you support your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing)

In the IKEA world, this position is officially referred to as Unit Facility Management Specialist.

The starting rate/ salary for this position ranges from 20.73 CAD to 24.75 CAD and will be based on relevant work experience.

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Responsibilities

Manage facilities throughout their lifecycle, ensuring safety, compliance, maintenance, and improvements across assigned properties. Coordinate internal work and external suppliers, inspect services and CAFM tools, support cost control, and track permits, licenses, certificates, and reporting requirements.

Requirements

Applicants need at least three years of experience in multi-unit facilities management, preferably in high-volume retail, and at least three years of practical experience with facility systems such as electrical, HVAC, structural, building automation, and energy management. A degree or professional qualification in facilities management or equivalent, sustainability experience, and working knowledge of CAFM systems are listed as assets.

Skills

  • Facilities Management
  • Facility Systems
  • Electrical Systems
  • Lighting Systems
  • Mechanical Systems
  • HVAC
  • Building Automation
  • Energy Management
  • Sustainability
  • Environmental Management
  • CAFM Systems
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Supplier Coordination
  • Cost Control

Benefits

  • Wellness Days
  • Extended Health Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • RRSP With IKEA Contribution Matching
  • Annual IKEA Bonus Incentive Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Merchandise Discounts
  • Restaurant Discounts
  • Free Drinks
  • Healthy Meal Options
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program

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Categories

  • Trades
  • Retail
  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Security & Safety
  • Management & Leadership

Keywords

  • Facilities Management
  • Retail
  • Facility Systems
  • Electrical Systems
  • Lighting
  • Mechanical Systems
  • HVAC
  • Structural Systems
  • Site Management
  • Building Automation
  • Energy Management
  • Sustainability
  • Environmental Management
  • CAFM
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Safety
  • Compliance
  • External FM Suppliers
  • IWAY
  • Cost Control
  • Permits
  • Licenses
  • Certificates
  • Local Legislation
  • International Legislation

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