Island Health

Coordinator, Environmental Support Services

Island Health$81K — $116K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Service Administration or equivalent training in Housekeeping Management
  • 5 years' experience in service management in healthcare settings
  • Operational experience with quality assurance programs
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in MS Office applications

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and direct Environmental Support Services (ESS) staff
  • Manage housekeeping, linen service, and waste management operations
  • Participate in program and service delivery planning and evaluation
  • Set and achieve annual objectives for the department
  • Prepare statistical, financial, and quality improvement reports
  • Oversee department operations in the absence of the Manager

Benefits

  • Focus on patient and staff safety as a priority
  • Opportunity to work in a leading healthcare facility on Vancouver Island
  • Engagement in continuous quality improvement initiatives
  • Supportive team environment that values client-focused service
  • Full-time regular position with job stability
Full Job Description
Close Date Aug. 27 2026 Location Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) - Courtenay, BC V9N 0B9 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) N/A Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Regular FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $39.03 - $56.11 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75.0 Planned Start Date Sep. 21 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes Job Description In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Support Services (ESS) or delegate, the Coordinator ESS is responsible for the direction and supervision of ESS staff and designated ESS functions (Housekeeping, Linen Service and Waste Management) in the day-to-day operations of Environmental Support Services Participates in program and service delivery planning, implementation and evaluation; establishes and meets annual objectives. Maintains and provides statistical, financial and quality improvement reports as required. Assumes responsibility for overall operation of the department in the absence of the Manager. QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Service Administration or completion of an approved post secondary course as a Housekeeping Supervisor/Manager and five (5) years' recent related experience in service management in health facilities including operational experience with quality assurance programs and Environmental service policy and procedures within a healthcare setting. Skills And Abilities • Completion of relevant health care administration courses and graduation from a recognized Health Care training course is an asset. • Demonstrated leadership ability and highly developed interpersonal, communication and time management skills. • Demonstrated commitment to client focused services and teamwork. • Ability to integrate administrative, professional and operational aspects of the department throughout the facility in an effective and efficient manner. • Ability to develop and nurture an environment where quality improvement principles are embraced and used on a continuous basis. • Ability to utilize related equipment such as various word processing and spreadsheet applications including all MS Office applications. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD5755.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Non Contract Affiliation/Union Non-Contract Management

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