Foreman/
Maintenance/Entretien

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Status: Permanent / Full time (40 hours/week)

Department: Maintenance

Direct supervisor: Maintenance Coordinator

Location: Puvirnituq

The Nunavik Housing Bureau (NHB) provides comfortable, safe and affordable homes adapted to Inuit needs and culture. Through its programs and services, it contributes to the development of vibrant, sustainable and safe communities.

FUNCTION & RESPONSABILITIES

The Maintenance Foreman is responsible for the maintenance of the all NHB buildings in the village. Under the supervision of the Maintenance Coordinator, the foreman must plan and coordinate the work of the maintenance staff to ensure that the corrective, preventive and building health check (BSI) maintenance program is applied to NHB housing units and to ensure that these assets are maintained in a safe and reasonable manner. The foreman has the following functions; Reporting to the Maintenance coordinator, the Maintenance Foreman will ensure that all operations are conducted in a respectful and responsible way, ensuring that all decisions and actions comply with the relevant policies and procedures.

The Foreman is responsible for the “day to day” repair and maintenance of NHB buildings. He/She must supervise and lead maintenance staff in an effective manner and ensure the level of morale is maintained. He/She must also respond to concerns and complaints of tenants in a positive and courteous manner

QUALIFICATIONS

Northern Maintenance diploma or pertinent experience in replacement of diploma
Two (2) years of experience at least 2 maintenance’s fields: carpentry, electricity, heating or plumber

REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work in two of the three languages of the region (Inuktitut, French or English)
Valid driver’s license required or the obligation to take a driver’s course when one is offered

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

A great sense of client services
Strong communication skills
Ability for teamwork
Reliable and punctual
High concern for the quality of the work done

SALARY / BENEFITS

NHB offers a competitive salary, northern benefits, and attractive working conditions. The salary for this position ranges from $36.71 to $48.62 per hour, depending on the evaluation of related experience.

Northern benefits include a cost-of-living allowance, food allowance, and annual leave trip (ALT). In addition, NHB provides a pension plan with employer contributions and group insurance.