Supervisor, Real Estate Maintenance

YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone. The Real Estate Maintenance team is responsible for caring for and maintaining the extensive portfolio of airport-owned properties that support YVR's aviation, cargo, commercial, and business operations. Working in a dynamic 24/7 environment, the team partners closely with tenants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure facilities remain safe, reliable, and operational. Their work directly supports YVR's role as a gateway connecting people, places, and cargo by minimizing disruptions, protecting critical assets, and creating positive experiences for the businesses and communities that rely on the airport every day.

Position overview

We have a one year full-time, term/acting assignment opportunity for a Supervisor, Real Estate Maintenance. Reporting to the Manager, Real Estate Properties, you will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair and operation of all YVR owned and managed properties outside the terminal, while enabling continuous and efficient operation with minimal disruption to all tenants.

Key responsibilities include:  

• Manage 24/7 maintenance and operations for all YVR owned facilities outside the terminal, including system alarms and specialized repairs
• Oversee service contracts (parking, snow removal, landscaping, elevators, cleaning, etc.) and supervise contract maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of work orders
• Plan, schedule, and review maintenance activities, including preventive and predictive programs, equipment integration into YARDI, and field inspections
• Coordinate snow and ice operations for groundside and airside areas, including contractor access, materials management, and compliance requirements
• Support budgeting and procurement by reviewing invoices, preparing maintenance reports, recommending policy improvements, and approving repairs and purchase orders
• Maintain compliance with safety and operational standards by reviewing fire safety plans, monitoring maintenance technologies, and implementing system and program enhancements

Key qualifications include:

• At least five years’ recent, related experience as a building operator and/or facility manager, including two years’ experience in a supervisory capacity, supplemented by a BC Trade Qualification as an electrician, millwright, plumber, mechanic, or other similar trade; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with project management and related software is an asset
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with experience supervising a team of employees or contractors
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities 
• Knowledge and experience in plumbing, HVAC systems and Building Management Systems
• Knowledge and experience using YARDI (Property and Facility Management Software) is an asset

Although not required, French language skills are an asset as we are committed to providing bilingual services to our visitors and passengers. Candidates who do not speak French are still strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external applicants. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.

As part of our recruitment process, short-listed candidates may be required to participate in an assessment process.

À YVR, votre expérience professionnelle va au-delà du chèque de paie. Nous soutenons votre évolution personnelle et professionnelle, votre mieux-être et une culture de travail épanouissante grâce à de généreux congés, des prestations de santé étendues, un système d’épargne-retraite, des programmes de mieux-être, un engagement communautaire, une aide aux déplacements domicile-travail et des possibilités de formation continue. Pour en savoir plus, consultez le site https://careers.yvr.ca/benefits.

YVR est plus qu’un simple aéroport. Nous jetons un pont entre notre magnifique province et le reste du monde. Nous sommes tous des leaders et des pionniers du changement et de l’innovation. Le travail que vous accomplissez est important, quels que soient le service ou l’équipe où vous évoluez.

À YVR, tout se fait dans la flexibilité. Nous travaillerons ensemble pour trouver des moyens d’offrir l’excellence au client tout en demeurant épanouis.

Quels que soient votre parcours et l’endroit d’où vous venez, vous avez votre place à YVR. Si vous avez des questions au sujet de l’accessibilité ou besoin d’aide pour présenter votre candidature, veuillez nous contacter à l’adresse careers@yvr.ca.