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Maintenance Supervisor

Location: New Westminster, Surrey & Richmond, BC
Salary: $80,000 per year
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations across a portfolio of properties located in New Westminster, Surrey, and Richmond.

This role is responsible for coordinating day-to-day building maintenance, supervising maintenance personnel and contractors, ensuring preventative maintenance programs are completed, and maintaining safe, reliable, and well-operated properties across the portfolio.

The successful candidate will be hands-on, organized, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple sites while working closely with property management and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate maintenance activities across multiple properties in New Westminster, Surrey, and Richmond.

• Provide day-to-day direction, coaching, scheduling, and support to maintenance staff.

• Coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance programs for building systems and equipment.

• Monitor and respond to work orders, service requests, and building maintenance issues.

• Prioritize urgent repairs and ensure issues are addressed in a timely manner.

• Conduct routine property and equipment inspections and identify maintenance requirements.

• Coordinate and oversee third-party contractors and service providers.

• Obtain quotes, review scopes of work, and monitor contractor performance.

• Support the operation and maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, life-safety, and general building systems.

• Ensure maintenance activities comply with applicable safety requirements, building standards, and company procedures.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, service documentation, and equipment information.

• Assist with operating budgets, repair estimates, purchasing, and maintenance-related cost control.

• Monitor inventory, tools, materials, and equipment required by the maintenance team.

• Participate in emergency response and after-hours requirements as needed.

• Work closely with property management to address tenant or resident maintenance concerns.

• Identify recurring maintenance issues and recommend practical long-term solutions.

• Support capital repairs, equipment replacements, renovations, and other building projects as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Maintenance Supervisor, Building Operations Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Senior Building Operator, or similar position.

• Experience overseeing maintenance across multiple properties or locations is strongly preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of commercial or residential building systems and preventative maintenance practices.

• Demonstrated experience supervising maintenance staff and contractors.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.

• Ability to organize and prioritize maintenance requirements across multiple sites.

• Comfortable working independently and travelling between properties.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Working knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements.

• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems or work-order platforms is an asset.

• Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation required.

• Trade certification, Building Operator certification, Power Engineering certification, or related technical training is considered an asset.

Compensation

Salary: $80,000 per year

The position offers the opportunity to take responsibility for a diverse portfolio and play a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and professionally operated properties throughout New Westminster, Surrey, and Richmond.