University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan

Operations Coordinator

Saskatoon, SK, CA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 52 days ago
ProcurementInventory ManagementResearchLeadershipCommunicationMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • Summary: The University of Saskatchewan is one of the top research-intensive universities in Canada.
  • Guided by our University Plan: The University the World Needs, we work together across disciplines and with our communities to find creative solutions to the most pressing global challenges.
  • This position is accountable to the Facilities Team Charter and is aligned with the purpose, vision, and values and holds themselves and each other accountable to it.

Responsibilities

  • Leads maintenance planning and asset management activities by developing, updating, and overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance plans within the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
  • Leads workflow optimization and continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing department work processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing operational changes that improve work execution, resource utilization, and service delivery outcomes.
  • Designs, analyzes, and reports on performance and financial metrics by developing key performance indicators, dashboards, and reports that support decision making related to maintenance effectiveness, backlog management, cost control, and operational risk.
  • Supports department leadership with operational and administrative activities by contributing to inventory management, onboarding processes, work assignments, procurement coordination, and business operations planning.
  • Develops and maintains process, procedure, and training documentation by creating standardized work instructions, process maps, and reference materials that support consistent execution of workflows.
  • Delivers training and operational guidance to department staff on maintenance planning processes, workflow standards, and effective use of the work management system.
  • Supports facility shutdowns by assisting with maintenance planning, scheduling, and coordination activities that minimize operational disruption and safety risk.
  • The main campus also houses our campus partners such as the Royal University Hospital, Jim Pattison Children's Hospital, National Research Council, and others.
  • The total building area is 8.1 million square feet (754,000 square meters) across 766 hectares of land.
  • This team is responsible for operations, maintenance, service, utilities distribution, and campus support.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated knowledge of proactive maintenance strategies, asset management principles, and reliability-based maintenance practices.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations, maintenance standards, and risk management principles.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret asset data, performance metrics, and technical documentation.
  • Ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize complex maintenance activities.

Nice to have

  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • a technical or vocational diploma related to facility operations or asset management is preferred.

Benefits

  • The Facilities team is comprised of over 300 trades personnel and service workers that provide trusted services and stewardship in support of teaching, learning, and discovery.
  • Team Charter describes the purpose, vision, and values that in turn support the campus community.
  • Team Charter and is aligned with the purpose, vision, and values and holds themselves and each other accountable to it.
  • Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment.
  • Engages in continuous learning by participating in activities, training, and events related to Indigenous engagement, reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

This listing is sourced directly from University of Saskatchewan's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.