Operational Supply Services Lead

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered. Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton. The Operational Supply Services Lead oversees storekeeping staff, inventory coordinators, and related supply contracts to ensure seamless material management across all campus trades shops and storage locations. Reporting to the Operational Excellence Manager, this role leads the design and implementation of LEAN asset and inventory strategies, change management plans, and key performance indicators. As a safety champion and quality management team leader, the position drives continuous improvement, vendor performance, and operational efficiencies using enterprise software solutions like Assetworks AiM, F&O, and SupplyNet. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong cross-functional leadership, structured problem-solving, and the ability to motivate diverse teams in a dynamic environment. Operating one of the largest campus district energy systems in North America, the utilities team plays a vital role in maintaining and advancing the infrastructure that serves over 70,000 people daily. Their efforts ensure efficient and sustainable energy services across the campus and greater campus area. Supervises supply techs, storekeepers, asset management staff, and contractors, including assigning work, evaluating performance, and completing annual appraisals Responsible for daily operational logistics—approving timesheets, leave requests, processing work orders, and monitoring assigned budgets for maintenance, inventory, and tool programs Leads department safety meetings, oversees WHMIS program implementation, and ensures compliant disposal of hazardous materials (e.g., asbestos, PCBs, fluorescent lamps) Oversees campus-wide inventory across all storage locations and trade shops, employing LEAN/R3 (Reduce, Replace, Recycle) principles and recommending proper asset disposal or revenue-generating recycling initiatives Attends to the acquisition, maintenance, tracking, and certification of specialized equipment, safety gear (e.g., swing stages, scaffolding, lifts), and two-way radio systems Oversees tool distribution and support for tradespeople, including managing larger shared equipment and tool vending operations Coordinates daily pick-ups, deliveries, and master key issuance, maintaining continuous communication with leadership to ensure timely supply support for trades teams Minimum high school diploma and certificate in Asset Management Must possess a valid Alberta Class 5 (non-GDL) driver’s license Must be able to provide a recent copy of a three-year driver’s abstract with no more than six (6) demerits and/or two (2) moving violations within the last two years Successful completion of the University of Alberta Supervisory Development Course within one year Good working knowledge of enterprise asset management systems (AiM, SupplyNet, Gigatrac, etc.) Forklift certification Formal inventory control/materials management training and/or 3 years of relevant experience Experience implementing change management processes Application Instructions Click "Apply Now" to submit your resume and cover letter This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA). This position offers a comprehensive benefits package . The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of …

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