About the Organization
Join a team dedicated to providing safe and affordable housing across Nunavut. We are looking for skilled and culturally sensitive professionals who are committed to making a meaningful impact in Northern communities. As independent, community-focused units, Local Housing Organizations (LHOs) operate within the framework of the Inuit Societal Values and strive to provide most of the day-to-day services associated with program delivery to individuals and families. The 25 LHOs partner with the Nunavut Housing Corporation, to deliver housing programs and manage assets.
The Nunavut Housing Corporation (NHC) is an agency of the Government of Nunavut with a mandate to create, co-ordinate, and administer housing programs to provide fair access to a range of affordable housing options to families and individuals in Nunavut. NHC has recently launched The Nunavut 3000 Strategy, (www.igluliuqatigiingniq.ca) which is a collaboration between the government and its partners to deliver 3,000 new units across the housing continuum by 2030.
About the Opportunity
Local Housing Organizations, in partnership with the NHC, are looking for multiple full-time Maintenance Managers/Forepersons based in various Nunavut communities.
Reporting to the Local Housing Organization's Housing Manager or General Manager, this role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing daily maintenance operations for social housing assets, while leading diverse maintenance teams and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Inuit Societal Values.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
About You
To qualify, you will need a Journeyperson Certification in a relevant residential or commercial building trade (such as carpentry, oil burner mechanic, maintenance plumbing, or HVAC) and a valid Class 5 driver’s licence. A minimum of five years’ experience at the journeyperson level, combined with at least five years’ proven experience supervising maintenance teams, will also be essential.
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with clear communication abilities and sound judgment. You will be culturally respectful, adaptable, and open to learning about Inuit culture and Inuit Societal Values, with the ability to lead diverse teams in a collaborative and community-focused setting.
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional who is motivated to make a meaningful impact by ensuring safe, well-maintained housing for Northern communities while contributing to long-term, sustainable housing outcomes across Nunavut.
About the Benefits
The successful incumbent will be rewarded with a competitive annual salary ranging from $119,439.88 to $143,624.81, depending on the community within Nunavut, based on skills and experience. You will also receive a great range of employee benefits, including:
The Nunavut Housing Corporation and Local Housing Organizations are committed to building a representative workforce that reflects and understands the communities they serve. Priority consideration will be given to Nunavut Inuit.
If you are seeking a dynamic role where no two days are the same and where your work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of others, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career in Nunavut - apply today!
This position is open until filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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