Facility Assistant

About us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose:
We are currently recruiting for a Facility Assistant. Our team includes world class experts and dynamic go-getters. This is a full-time position based in Kingston, Ontario.

The Maintenance Technician is a hands-on site support position combining facility maintenance, maintenance planning, contractor coordination, and project support. The role is well suited to an experienced maintenance professional who takes pride in maintaining safe, organized, and reliable laboratories, pilot plants, offices, warehouses, and common areas.

The Maintenance Technician performs general building repairs and facility improvements while coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance activities. The position supports daily site projects and operations through hands-on maintenance, CMMS administration, contractor oversight, warehouse assistance, equipment installations, event setup, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Facility Maintenance and Improvements

• Perform general building maintenance and repairs.
• Complete minor carpentry, drywall, painting, concrete, flooring, and finishing work.
• Repair doors, hardware, furniture, shelving, and office fixtures.
• Replace ceiling tiles, lamps, light fixtures, and emergency-lighting components.
• Install signs, whiteboards, bulletin boards, and other facility equipment.
• Support minor renovations and workplace improvements.

Maintenance Planning and CMMS Coordination

• Create, prioritize, schedule, track, and close maintenance and site-service work orders.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate equipment histories, service records, task documentation, and completion details.
• Coordinate contractor activities, materials, permits, inspections, access requirements, and schedules through the site’s CMMS.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen facility reliability, organization, and appearance.

Mechanical and Project Support

• Assist with equipment setup, installation, modification, relocation, and commissioning.
• Fabricate or modify equipment supports, frames, guards, and workstations using 80/20 aluminum framing systems.
• Install and modify basic process tubing using Swagelok tubing, fittings, and related components.
• Support temporary installations, pilot plant modifications, and project activities.

Contractor and Site-Service Coordination

• Serve as the site liaison for contractors and service providers.
• Coordinate locksmiths, pest-control providers, shredding services, office-equipment vendors, and specialty contractors.
• Monitor contractor activities and compliance with site safety requirements.
• Support meetings, training sessions, town halls, and special-event setups.
• Respond to facility service requests and emergency cleanup requirements.
• Provide seasonal support, including snow removal, salting, and walkway monitoring.

Warehouse and Material Support

• Assist with shipping, receiving, material handling, staging, and storage.
• Coordinate the movement of materials, equipment, and project components.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized warehouse and storage areas.

Safety and Compliance

• Support lockout/tagout activities, permits, inspections, and corrective-action follow-up.
• Assist with safety, environmental, and regulatory inspections.
• Participate in facility audits and compliance programs.
• Maintain strong housekeeping standards in maintenance spaces, mechanical rooms, warehouses, and shared service areas.
• Promote a safe, organized, and professional workplace.

What you will bring:
Technical and Industry Experience:

• Three to five years of relevant experience in building maintenance, facilities operations, construction, or a related field.
• Practical experience with painting, drywall repair, carpentry, and general facility maintenance.
• Strong planning, organization, customer-service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems is an asset.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Key Competencies

• General maintenance and facilities operations.
• Carpentry, drywall repair, painting, and finishing.
• Preventive maintenance and CMMS administration.
• Contractor and vendor coordination.
• Mechanical and project support.
• Safety and regulatory compliance.
• Customer service and responsiveness.
• Support Continuous improvement.

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

Required:

• College diploma or trade certification in facilities maintenance, construction, building operations, or a related discipline preferred.

For applicants based in the province of Ontario, the salary range is $xxx to $xxx CAD.

Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.

Worley is committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, Worley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If you require any accommodations or assistance, please contact us at: [email protected]

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.