Facilities Team Lead - Contract

The Opportunity: The Contract Facilities Acting Team Lead provides hands-on, day-to-day operational oversight and leadership support to the Facilities team and will report directly to the Facilities Manager. This contract role enables the Facilities Manager to focus on high-priority project delivery, budget oversight, and strategic planning. Acting as the first line of support and escalation for the team, the Team Lead ensures that service standards are consistently met while maintaining customer excellence and operational efficiency.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by August 25, 2025. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration. Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life: Operational Leadership & Support

• Oversee the daily operations of all hard and soft services at the site, in alignment with Facilities service standards.
• Act as the frontline Lead for Facilities Coordinators and Associates, providing guidance, task delegation, and support.
• Serve as the first point of escalation for service tickets, shipping/receiving, events, and services listed within the Standard Operating Model (SOM).
• Lead onsite coordination of events, ensuring timely, professional, and seamless execution for clients and staff.
• Monitor and oversee the delivery of onsite services including site safety (e.g., janitorial, coffee services, waste, etc.).
• Support new hire onboarding, workspace changes, and facility-related moves, ensuring databases and drawings are up to date.

Technical & Equipment Oversight

• Provide backup support for the Technical Coordinator and assist with troubleshooting basic AV, kitchen, and facilities-related equipment.
• Assist with the execution of preventative maintenance schedules and equipment upkeep as per LCAM plans.

Administrative & Facilities Support

• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) within the facilities team, offering operational insight and coaching when required.
• Provide coverage for Facilities Associates as needed, ensuring service continuity.
• Assist with Purchase Order and invoice processing in coordination with the Finance team.
• Support health and safety initiatives in alignment with the sites H&S Plan.

What Youll Bring:

• Post-secondary business or technical diploma preferred
• FMP or SFP (Facilities Management Professional) designation an asset
• 3+ years of experience in a facilities or operational support role
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us: Were a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Lets build a better future, together.

Were passionate about food. For more than 100 years, weve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf, Schneiders, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. Were on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company not just in Canada but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

Were a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia. A diverse and inclusive work environment Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. Were so much stronger when we know were accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace. We embrace a strong, values-based culture Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing Whats Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team ataccommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.