Alterna Savings

About Alterna Savings

Scope of Position This position is responsible for working with the Manager and taking the lead on coordination and administration of the GTA corporate office and GTA branch Facility activities. They will work independently without regular direct supervision. The position requires coordination with landlord representatives, external business contacts, senior management, branch managers, field staff and numerous corporate and head office staff. These contacts will include communications in the area of real estate, office design, construction, project scheduling, building maintenance, the installation and removal of operational office equipment and systems. The successful candidate will be a team player who possesses strong administrative, organizational, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills. They will contribute to the growth of Alterna by enhancing the experience and wellbeing of Alterna members and employees and by optimizing use of resources. Major Responsibilities Support and assist the Facilities Manager in all aspects of Facilities related activities as required Work independently without regular direct supervision Assist with small workplace changes that require project management in the areas of reconfigurations, new hire setup, moves, floor plan adjustments, furniture requirements etc. Performs other duties and assists with projects as assigned / required Supervise, coach and mentor applicable Facilities staff Perform regular performance assessments on staff Coordinate and administrate preventative building and systems maintenance, security and surveillance schedules etc. with 3rd party relationships Inspect buildings to identify general corrective maintenance as necessary for proper maintenance and operation of various equipment, fixtures, etc. Report deficiencies and recommend areas for improvement to management Respond to inquiries from all levels of staff and contractors etc. Co-ordinate service calls & liaise with staff and contractors to ensure minimal effect on business operations Provide Administrative support for the Department when required Respond to Facilities and building emergencies 24/7, attending to premises to assess and take appropriate action when required Responsibility for follow- up actions based on various team projects Recognize and act on opportunities for cost containment and best practices while adjusting appropriately when situation warrants Must be a provider of excellent customer service to all client groups, internal and external Negotiation of contracts up to $ 5,000. Maintain cost control mechanisms Assist and support Alterna’s Health and Safety Programs Qualifications University or College diploma and/or equivalent experience in providing Facilities related services in a similar business environment 4 years’ experience in a similar role Experience at supervising and leading others Working towards, a professional Facilities/Property Management designation (FMA/RPA/CPM/CFM) preferred Understanding of installation and maintenance of Building Systems, Surveillance and Alarm Security systems and Systems Furniture Ability to read and interpret blue print drawings considered an asset Computer literate – must be proficient in the following software applications: Word, Excel, MS Project, Power Point Must have a valid driver’s license Solid administrative background About the Alterna Financial Group Alterna Savings and Credit Union Limited (Alterna) has been the Good in Banking for 111 years! Alterna has grown from its humble beginnings to be the second largest credit union in Ontario, and one of the Top 10 in Canada, with over $8 billion in assets under management and more than 167,000 members and a network of 35 branches across Ontario. The impressive growth throughout the years stems not only from merging with other credit unions, but also from significantly gaining new retail, business and not-for-profit members as people recognize Alterna’s philosophy of putting members first. Known for its fast-paced environment, Alterna is viewed as a trailblazer in the industry. Led by a CEO with a passion for innovation, Alterna was the first credit union to introduce a digital bank and the first to offer a fully digital end-to-end mortgage through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Alterna Bank. Alterna is proud of its long history of helping communities thrive. It shared its success in 2018 by donating more than $1 million to the community and, in partnership with employees, contributed 11,300 volunteer hours. Its flagship Community Micro Finance Program also helps underrepresented groups. Since inception, the program has disbursed more than $5 million in impact loans and helped change the lives of more than 1,000 participants and their families. Alterna is also extremely proud of its corporate culture. With a workforce of more than 600 employees, Alterna is honoured to be recipient of prestigious employer awards, including the National Capital Region’s Top Employers and Aon’s Best Employers (Platinum level) awards. For more information please visit www.alterna.ca and www.alternabank.ca and connect with us on https://twitter.com/alternasavings. Compensation At Alterna, we offer a competitive total rewards program and an opportunity to truly make a difference. If you put people first and value excellence and integrity, we hope you'll apply! Although we appreciate all applicants, preference will be given to candidates who most closely meet the qualifications, key skills and competencies outlined above. Alterna is compliant with the Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you have a disability, please contact the recruiter to let us know how we can accommodate you.

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