POSITION POSTING: #3576
SERVICE AREA: Supported Living
LOCATION: Kerry’s Place Head Office – Newmarket
POSITION STATUS: Permanent Full-Time
VACANCY TYPE: New Vacancy
HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week (Days/Evenings/Weekends/Holidays; Flexibility required)
ANNUAL SALARY: $71,214.00 - $89,037.00
UNION AFFILIATION: Non-Union
CLOSING DATE: 4:30pm, October 13, 2026
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO: Internal and External Applicants
Are you looking for a meaningful career full of lifelong learning and everyday adventures?
At Kerry’s Place, we help enhance the quality of life for more than 8000 people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) each year! Our dedicated team of professionals have become experts in the field through our continuous training and development programs. Get ready for a fun and vibrant career because every day is an adventure at Kerry’s Place!
Why Join our Team?
We offer an amazing compensation package with a strong focus on health and wellness. We're proud to offer our employees:
4 Weeks of Paid Vacation per year to start
Additional 2 Paid Flex Days annually
Employer Paid Group Benefits Program
Employer Matched Pension Program (3% employer match)
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (optional)
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Employer-Paid Training Programs
Tuition Assistance Program
Corporate Membership discount for Goodlife Fitness
Career Development & Internal Growth Opportunities Available
About the Role:
Reporting to the Director, Property Management & Development, the Property Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading maintenance operations for Kerry's Place Supported Living properties. The Manager translates organizational property and capital strategies into annual operating plans and is accountable for preventive and corrective maintenance programs, work order performance, approved capital project delivery, vendor and contract management, operating budget management, regulatory compliance, and the performance of the property maintenance team. The Manager provides direct supervision to Property Maintenance Coordinators and Property Maintenance Workers.
Responsibilities may include:
- Through actions, supports the Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan of Kerry’s Place
- Reviews and adheres to all Policies and Procedures, including Finance & Administration; Services & Supports; Human Resources; Health & Safety; and all others
- Adheres to Manager responsibilities for Health & Safety as defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable regulations
- Serve as the point of contact on property management matters, and collaborates with both internal and external stakeholders to support the preventive and corrective maintenance needs of the organization
- Develop annual preventive and corrective maintenance plans for approval by the Director, Property Management & Development and oversee their implementation
- Establish maintenance priorities, service standards, escalation protocols and resource plans.
- Ensure
maintenance activities support safe, compliant and well-maintained environments
for persons supported and employees
- Review
operational results and take corrective action where service standards are not
achieved
- Own the work order management process from intake and prioritization through completion and closure
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators for response time, completion time, backlog, preventive maintenance completion, repeat repairs and customer service
- Review
overdue, high-risk and recurring work orders and ensure appropriate escalation
and resolution
- Ensure
maintenance records and supporting documentation are complete, accurate and
current
- Lead implementation of approved capital projects and major renovations with support from Director, including scope, schedule, budget, risk and quality management.
- Prepare capital budget recommendations, project business cases and supporting condition information for the Director
- Approve
capital invoices within delegated authority and escalate invoices requiring
Director or other approval in accordance with organizational policy
- Oversee
property condition assessments, asset lifecycle information and maintenance
data used for capital planning
- Prepare
Partner facility renewals to align with the property condition assessment and
lifecycle information and maintenance data
- Develop the annual maintenance operating budget in conjunction with Finance Department and the VP of Supportive Living and monitor expenditures, commitments and forecasts
- Manage facility maintenance and service contracts for Supported Living sites within delegated authority
- Lead
vendor selection and contract management in collaboration with Procurement in
accordance with policy
- Conduct
vendor performance evaluations and address service, quality, cost or compliance
concerns
- Review
and approve operating maintenance invoices within delegated authority
- Ensure maintenance operations comply with applicable health, fire, building, safety and regulatory requirements
- Develop and implement routine inspection schedules for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life safety systems to prevent major infrastructure failures
- Oversee
inspection schedules, fire safety plans, drills, audits and timely completion
of corrective actions
- Ensure required property and compliance records
are maintained and available for review
- Provide direct leadership and supervision to Property Maintenance Coordinators and Property Maintenance Workers, including coaching, performance management, training and development
- Assign
work, clarify decision rights and ensure Coordinators execute approved
maintenance plans and projects
- Establish
team objectives and performance expectations aligned with departmental key
performance indicators
- Maintain
relevant training plans and succession strategies for the property maintenance
team
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with employees, persons supported, families, vendors and other stakeholders
- Ensure
maintenance services support safety, stability, dignity and quality of life for
persons supported
- Promote
proactive property care to prevent minor deterioration from becoming major
repairs or service disruptions
- Ensure the health and safety of persons supported in accordance with Ontario Regulation 299/10 Quality Assurance Measures and applicable provincial and municipal requirements
- Ensure
professional and thorough records are maintained and kept current for all sites
- Other duties as assigned
Education Qualifications:
- University Degree or Secondary education in a related field such as Business, Engineering or Facilities Management, or recognized equivalent, or trades certification, together with relevant progressively responsible experience and demonstrated leadership competencies appropriate to the position
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered
Knowledge and Experience Requirements:
- Minimum five years of property or facilities maintenance experience, with at least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or leadership role
- Strong working knowledge of general trades and building systems
- Experience managing preventive maintenance programs, work orders, vendors, service contracts, budgets and capital projects
- Experience using property management software and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
- Strong knowledge of the developmental services sector and Autism Spectrum Disorder is an asset
- Working knowledge of applicable employment, occupational health and safety, developmental services, fire, building and related legislation and regulations
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to complete the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification, First Aid/CPR as well as perform the required physical techniques. Training will be provided at no cost
- Position
requires flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Provide
on-call coverage (which may include evenings, weekends and holidays)
- A
valid Driver’s License, with a minimum G2 and access to a reliable vehicle is
required and proof of third party liability insurance coverage
Kerry’s Place is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to
diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from all
qualified persons. Kerry’s Place is also committed to providing accommodations
for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work
with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for your interest in
Kerry’s Place Autism Services. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
