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National Research Council Canada

Technical Officer, Facility Leader

Ottawa, ON, Canada

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Job details

Apply by: Dec 3, 2026
Experience: "Significant" refers to 2 to 6 years of experience and "recent" refers to experience obtained within the last 3 years.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Original job description

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Clean Energy Innovation

Classification: TO-5

Tenure: Term

Duration: Until 31 March 2028

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Work arrangements:

Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!6

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The role

We are looking for a Facility Leader to support the NRC’s Clean Energy Innovation Research Centre in Ottawa. The Facility Leader would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The successful candidate will work closely with researchers, facility operations staff, contractors, and vendors to maintain and advance the performance of NRC’s state-of-the-art research infrastructure.

The position plays a key role in ensuring that facilities are operated safely, efficiently and in alignment with project requirements, quality standards, budgets and client expectations.

If you’re a technically skilled, safety-minded professional, we’d like to hear from you.

The key responsibilities of the Facility Leader are the following:

Manages assigned facilities, laboratories and physical resources to maximize utilization, safety, cost efficiency and reliability.
Prepares annual budget requirements for facility operations and maintenance, managing assigned budgets, and supporting facility rate reviews and cost recovery.
Oversees maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, repair and installation of complex equipment, tools and instrumentation.
Provides functional supervision and guidance to facility coordinators, including workload planning, scheduling, coaching and follow-up.
Manages, oversees, or supports capital equipment acquisition and installation projects.
Develops, reviews, or validates technical instructions, protocols, standard operating procedures and laboratory set-ups.
Designs, plans, conducts and analyzes complex tests and experiments.
Interacts with clients, project managers, researchers, engineers, vendors and internal service groups to coordinate work and resolve issues.
Supports project planning, delivery, quality assurance, lessons learned and continuous improvement.
Develops tools and procedures in support of implementing NRC’s safety-related programs, such as the hazard prevention program (HPP).
Oversees or leads the implementation of specific health and safety programs.
Promotes and adheres to NRC’s established health, safety, and environmental standards
Participates in hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation planning.
Provides appropriate on-the-job instruction and orientation to staff on HSE programs and procedures.
Reports safety and environmental concerns and proposes improvements to enhance workplace safety and compliance.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Post-secondary education in a technical, engineering or scientific discipline related to the position from a recognized university.

A combination of a post-secondary degree in another field with significant work experience relevant to the position will be considered.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

Significant experience in managing activities in a research institute or industrial research facility or laboratory including scheduling of resources, equipment calibration, operation and maintenance, training and oversight of laboratory users, and purchasing and inventory control, preferably in a chemistry or materials processing related setting.
Experience in setting up, maintaining, and optimizing research laboratories or facilities.
Significant and recent experience in implementing environmental, health and safety programs in a laboratory environment.
Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams and functional supervision of technical staff.
Experience working with internal and external clients, vendors, suppliers, researchers, engineers, project managers and health and safety representatives.
Experience coordinating small projects or capital projects, including planning, resourcing, risk management and delivery.
Experience designing and implementing processes and procedures in a research facility environment including those related to health and safety.
Experience providing advice and support to management related to facility investments and health and safety.

"Significant" refers to 2 to 6 years of experience and "recent" refers to experience obtained within the last 3 years.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language requirements

Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

Knowledge of facility, laboratory or technical service operations, including equipment scheduling, maintenance, calibration, procurement and inventory management.
Knowledge of research facility practices, quality assurance, standard operating procedures and good laboratory practices.
Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, procedures and practices required to maintain a safe work environment.
Ability to troubleshoot complex facility, laboratory and equipment issues and determine practical solutions.
Ability to prepare technical reports, protocols, and standard operating procedures.
Ability to use general office software and specialized domain-specific software.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, instructions, specifications, manuals and scientific or technical literature.
Ability to set priorities, manage time and adjust resources to meet changing operational and project demands.
Knowledge of finance and procurement principles, policies and procedures would be considered an asset.

Behavioural competencies

Technology extension - Communication (Level 3)
Technology extension - Teamwork (Level 3)
Technology extension - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
Management services - Initiative (Level 3)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Management Services; Technology Extension;

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Compensation

From $99,281 to $117,859 per annum.

In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

In 2026, the NRC was chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.
Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
Must be able to travel locally, nationally and/or internationally.
A valid driver's license and access to the use of a vehicle are required.
A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one-year period.
Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (25336) to:

E-mail: NRC.NRCHiring-EmbaucheCNRC.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

Telephone: 3439909603

Closing Date: 02 December 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time

For more information on career tools and other resources, check out Career tools and resources

*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.

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Responsibilities

Manage research facilities, laboratories, equipment, budgets, and technical staff to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations. Coordinate facility and capital projects, develop procedures, support clients and researchers, and implement health, safety, and environmental programs.

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education in a related technical, engineering, or scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Applicants need significant experience managing research or industrial laboratory operations, implementing laboratory health and safety programs, supervising technical staff, coordinating projects, and working with clients and vendors; bilingual proficiency at CBC/CBC is required.

Skills

Facility Management
Laboratory Operations
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Calibration
Troubleshooting
Health And Safety
Environmental Health And Safety
Budget Management
Procurement
Inventory Management
Project Coordination
Quality Assurance
Standard Operating Procedures
Technical Reporting
Teamwork
Resource Scheduling

Benefits

Bilingualism Bonus
Pension Plan
Health Coverage
Dental Coverage
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Year-End Office Closure

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Clean Energy Innovation
Research Facility
Laboratory Operations
Facility Management
Equipment Calibration
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Installation
Procurement
Inventory Control
Budget Management
Cost Recovery
Capital Projects
Quality Assurance
Standard Operating Procedures
Good Laboratory Practices
Health And Safety
Environmental Health And Safety
Hazard Prevention Program
Risk Assessment
Hazard Identification
Technical Instructions
Research Experiments
Resource Scheduling
Project Planning
Continuous Improvement
Reliability Status
Bilingual CBC/CBC

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