Supervisor - Facilities Support Services

​Req ID: 225028
Location: Central Zone, Dartmouth General Hospital  
Department: FMS Housekeeping DGH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 
Union: MGMT/NON-Union Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 27-Aug-26

About the Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health provides sustainable safe and high quality health services that are accessible, people-centered, promote health and wellness, and optimize the health of all Nova Scotian’s. This is accomplished across four management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centers and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient, and community based programs and services, including mental health and addictions, primary health care, public health, and continuing care.

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, the Supervisor is responsible for facilitating the day to day operations of the Environmental Services, Laundry Services, Security and Porter Services for NSHA as well as ensuring a clean, safe environment is maintained for patients, staff and visitors. The Assistant Manager collaborates with Manager in the planning and development of standardized practices and initiatives to ensure they are operationalized

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Post-secondary education in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. 
• At least two years supervisory experience is required; experience within a health care setting is preferred.
• Experience working within a unionized environment is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in the theories and principles of cleaning methods, practices and techniques; experience with Occupational Health and Safety principles and WHMIS is required.
• Required to answer calls and respond to emails and possibly come in to work outside‎ of normal working hours.
• Shift work may be required.
• Travel to other sites is required and must have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Non-Union
Band: 4
Hourly Rate: $39.05 - $47.84
Annual Salary: $76,150 - $93,284

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

​This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. 

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.