Job Description

Job Title: Senior Director of Operations
Location: Ontario, Canada
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Commercial Janitorial Services
Salary: $140,000 to $160,000 per annum
Reports To: TBD

About the Company:
At Alpine, we don't just provide commercial janitorial services; we are the operational backbone for our clients’ most critical facilities, including retail, commercial, government, aviation, and institutional facilities. Our commitment to service excellence, compliance, and operational integrity has earned us long-standing contracts and trusted partnerships.

We pride ourselves on operational integrity, and we are looking for a Senior Director of Operations who shares that commitment.

If you are a strategic thinker who isn’t afraid to roll up your sleeves and dive into the tactical details, you’ll fit right in. You will be the bridge between our clients, our union partners, and our internal teams, ensuring that every contract not only meets expectations but sets a new standard for service excellence.

The role:
As our Senior Director of Operations, you will lead our government and public sector portfolio. This is a high-impact position where you will balance high-level strategy with hands-on management. Whether it’s optimizing a budget, negotiating a solution, or mentoring your operations team, your goal is simple: ensure operational perfection and client retention through proactive, results-oriented leadership.

What You’ll Do:

Drive Strategy & Performance: Provide vision and oversight across a portfolio of complex government and public sector accounts, ensuring KPIs and service-level agreements are consistently exceeded.

Lead & Mentor: Inspire a diverse team of Operations Directors, managers, supervisors, and support staff to achieve their performance and development goals.

Master Relationships: Act as the primary liaison for both clients and union representatives. You will use your emotional intelligence to navigate sensitive negotiations and build long-term, trust-based partnerships.

Master the Numbers: Take full ownership of operational budgets, including meticulous labor forecasting, resource allocation, and cost-containment strategies.

Ensure Compliance: Oversee contract execution to ensure strict adherence to collective agreements, legislation, and corporate policy.

Operational Excellence: Conduct regular, proactive site visits and audits to maintain quality, identify inefficiencies, and drive continuous improvement across all accounts.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with HR, Finance, Sales, and Compliance teams to align on major projects and operational hurdles.

This list is not comprehensive nor exhaustive, and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

Experience: 5–10 years of progressive leadership experience in facility services or operations. A track record in unionized environments and floor care experiences is a must.

Expertise: A strong grasp of contract management, performance metrics, and financial budgeting/forecasting. Experience in government and healthcare sector is strongly preferred.

Skills: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and public speaking abilities. You are data-driven, comfortable with Excel, and quick to solve problems under pressure.

Mindset: You are self-motivated, energetic, and highly committed. You understand that "operational" means being willing to step in when and where it matters most, even if that means flexing your schedule to meet business needs.

Education: A bachelor’s degree in a related field is an asset.

Mobility: A valid driver’s license and the willingness to travel across various sites.

What We Offer:
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Company vehicle or allowance.
• Annual Bonus (for bonus eligible positions only)
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization.
• A dynamic team culture that values accountability, professionalism, and service excellence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications for all who are eligible to apply. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued and respected. Due to the nature of our services, some of our positions require a security clearance and/or a criminal and credit check. If you are a successful candidate, you may be asked to consent to a background check and security clearance. For positions with access to financial data or funds, your credit must be in good standing. Eligibility to Work in Canada: It’s important that you are legally eligible to work in Canada at the time an offer of employment is made. You may be requested to provide proof of eligibility at that time.
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