Environmental Services Manager Long-Term Care

Environmental Services Manager – Long-Term Care

Location: Sudbury, Ontario
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Environmental Services Manager to lead the housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance operations within a well-established long-term care home in Sudbury, Ontario.

This leadership role is ideal for someone who is passionate about creating a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents, families, and staff. You'll play a key role in ensuring the home consistently meets regulatory standards while leading a dedicated team committed to excellence in resident care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day oversight of the Environmental Services department, including housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance.


• Ensure the home maintains exceptional standards of cleanliness, infection prevention and control (IPAC), safety, and environmental compliance.


• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs for the building, equipment, and grounds.


• Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, Ministry standards, Occupational Health & Safety requirements, and organizational policies.


• Lead, coach, mentor, and support departmental staff through performance management, scheduling, recruitment, orientation, and ongoing development.


• Manage departmental budgets, inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.


• Coordinate repairs, renovations, and contractor services while minimizing disruption to residents.


• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, emergency preparedness planning, and accreditation or inspection processes.


• Collaborate closely with the leadership team to promote a safe, comfortable, and resident-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience in environmental services, facilities management, maintenance, or hospitality, preferably within Long-Term Care, Retirement Living, or Healthcare.


• Strong understanding of Ontario Long-Term Care legislation, Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC), Occupational Health & Safety, and environmental services best practices.


• Experience managing maintenance programs, life safety systems, building operations, and contracted services.


• Proven leadership experience with staff scheduling, coaching, performance management, and team development.


• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems is considered an asset.


• Knowledge of emergency preparedness and building compliance requirements is preferred.

Why Join?

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.


• Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive leadership team.


• Make a meaningful impact on the daily lives of seniors by ensuring a safe, comfortable, and welcoming home.


• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.


• Work in a respected organization dedicated to delivering exceptional resident care.

If you're a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and is committed to operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team where your leadership helps create an exceptional home for residents every day.