Manager Fleet Facilities & Inventory Services

Manager, Fleet Facilities & Inventory

Public Works - Operations Support

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Range: Non Union, Salary Band L

Hiring Range: $151,183-$170,081 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)

Work Mode: Hybrid; 2 On Site days per week which can increase based on operational needs*see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 2 Copper Road, Brampton ON

Hours of work: 35 Hours per week

Reports to: Director, Operations Support

In this role you will Manage a direct team of 9 employees including 1 Supervisor, Inventory Services, 2 Property Managers Facility Services, 1 Supervisor, Fleet Services, 1 Project Manager, Facility Services, and 4 Specialists, Fleet Safety. You will also have oversight of the indirect team of 27 employees reporting into the Supervisor or Property Managers.

What you will do in this role:The Manager, Fleet Facilities and Inventory providesprimary accountability for departments fleet and building services including supply and maintenance of all fleet, equipment, public works yard and station facilities, to ensure the growing needs of the residents and businesses are met.

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to a multidisciplinary team responsible for fleet services, facilities management, inventory operations, fleet safety, and capital project delivery.
• Lead the planning, maintenance, lifecycle management, and replacement of Region-owned fleet assets, equipment, facilities, and inventory to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective service delivery.
• Develop and implement long-term asset management strategies, including lifecycle analysis, condition assessments, replacement forecasting, reserve fund planning, and capital investment recommendations.
• Manage operational and capital budgets totaling approximately $XX million, ensuring effective financial stewardship, forecasting, cost control, and alignment with departmental priorities.
• Oversee the delivery of facility maintenance, repairs, renovations, and capital improvement projects across Public Works facilities, operations depots, yards, and stations.
• Lead procurement activities for fleet, equipment, facilities, inventory, and contracted services, ensuring compliance with corporate purchasing policies and applicable legislation.
• Establish and administer service agreements and contracts with external vendors, consultants, manufacturers, and service providers while ensuring performance, value, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, safety standards, and environmental regulations, and related industry standards.
• Champion workplace health and safety programs, fleet safety initiatives, risk management practices, and continuous improvement efforts that promote a culture of safety and accountability.
• Monitor operational performance through key performance indicators, service level metrics, and asset management data to identify opportunities for process improvement, innovation, and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Public Works and corporate departments to establish service priorities, support operational needs, and align resources with organizational objectives.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop staff while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.
• Provide strategic advice and recommendations to senior leadership regarding asset management, facilities planning, fleet operations, inventory management, risk mitigation, emerging technologies, and service delivery improvements.
• Advance sustainability initiatives including fleet modernization, alternative fuel technologies, energy-efficient facility operations, greenhouse gas reduction strategies, and environmentally responsible asset management practices.

What the role requires:

• A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted).

• University degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, Asset Management, or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Minimum 7-10 years progressively responsible experience in fleet management, facilities management, inventory management, asset management, municipal operations, or related environments.

• Minimum 5 years of management experience leading professional, technical and unionized teams.

• Experience managing large operating and capital budgets and multi-year capital planning programs.

• Experience overseeing large-scale procurement initiatives, contract negotiations, and vendor performance management.

• Experience developing and implementing asset management and lifecycle replacement strategies.

• Experience delivering capital facility improvement projects and infrastructure renewal programs.

• Knowledge of municipal governance, public sector procurement practices, and applicable legislation.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strategic planning and organizational leadership.
• Financial management, budget development, and business case preparation.
• Asset management and lifecycle planning expertise.
• Contract negotiation and vendor relationship management.
• Change management and continuous improvement leadership.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience interpreting and applying collective agreements.
• Proficiency in enterprise asset management and maintenance management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams through organizational change and operational transformation.

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basisstarting at 3 weeks per annum
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• Access to tuition reimbursement andlearning and development resources

Be bold. Think big. Join us.

Work Mode & Job Location:

In this role, youll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview:Ourrecruitmentprocesswill include video conference technology

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