Shift Sub-Head - Operations Engineer

Responsibilities

• Supervise shift teams of Operating Engineers to ensure the safe and efficient operation of campus mechanical, heating, and cooling systems
• Monitor campus facilities via Siemens, Delta, and Johnson Controls building management systems (BMS) to provide remedial action for incidents and failures
• Assign and oversee duties related to the maintenance and inspection of equipment under Power Engineer, Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration Safety Regulations
• Investigate reactive work orders and "too hot/too cold" calls, utilizing the enterprise maintenance management system (Planon) to engage trade crews
• Document all work activities, critical equipment failures, and lockout/tagout procedures in the Operations Centre Logbook
• Ensure compliance with Technical Safety BC (TSBC), the BC Building Code, and WorkSafeBC regulations

Requirements

• BC 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate of Competency
• 5 years of experience in a building mechanical systems environment
• Valid B.C. Class 5 driver’s license
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of building operations including BAS, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire/life safety systems
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, allocate, and direct the work of technical crews
• Excellent troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to maintain detailed records and draft operational reports

About the Company

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. UBC is recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, supporting a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff dedicated to shaping a better world through innovation and excellence.