Facilities Manager

SUMMARY Our TorontoJobs.ca client is seeking a strong, visionary leader for a Facilities Manager for the Richmond, Virginia area with a proven track record in industrial maintenance and reliability in overseeing site-wide mechanical operations. This role is pivotal in driving strategic initiatives, optimizing asset performance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across a large-scale operation. The ideal candidate will bring deep trade experience, technical reliability expertise, and a collaborative mindset to lead a diverse team and manage complex vendor relationships.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and coach a multidisciplinary team , fostering collaboration and servant leadership. Drive strategic alignment across departments and ensure high engagement and performance. Oversee mechanical maintenance across the site, including reliability programs (RCA, vibration analysis, instrumentation). Champion best practices and long-term asset health. Collaborate with the Project Management team to maintain the investment log, manage CAPEX projects ($5-10M/year), and ensure ROI targets are met. Build strong partnerships with 15-20 vendors and manage a $11M inventory. Ensure supplier performance and alignment with operational goals. Manage budget and compliance including a fixed monthly cost of $1.8M and ensure compliance with corporate standards, safety protocols, and business processes. Drive strategic planning and lean manufacturing initiatives ( CI mindset ). Ensure operational excellence and solve problems through coaching and data-driven decision-making. Lead annual action planning and budget development. Monitor and report asset performance; implement improvement methods. Ensure quality and safety standards are met across maintenance teams. Engage and develop employees through structured processes and performance management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including reliability, planning, and stores.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field). Minimum 5 years leading a maintenance department in an industrial setting (10 years preferred). Experience with reliability programs and CI initiatives . Proven leadership of trades workforce. Familiarity with heavy equipment in the manufacturing industry required. Experience managing CAPEX and maintenance budgets. SAP CMMS or similar ERP systems. Understanding of reliability tools (RCA, vibration analysis, instrumentation).