Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.
As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.
We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.
Competition ID: 4884
Internal Closing Date: November 20, 2026
External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
# of Openings: 1
Salary Information: 14-5 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $37.53 to $41.62 per hour
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Workplace Type: On-Site
Travel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required.
Employee Group: Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)
Days of Work (BCGEU): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Hours of Work (BCGEU): 7:30am - 3:00pm
Hours per Week (BCGEU): 35
We are currently seeking a
Coordinator, Trades Operations & Logistics to join our
Faculty of Trades and Technology team.
Job Overview
The Coordinator is responsible for assessing, coordinating and, monitoring inventory and supply control functions which includes initiating and leading discussions with internal departments on requests for supply and capital purchases. Provides cost effective and qualitative analysis to determine final purchase decisions. Develops shop/lab safety reference materials and practices for the Faculty of Trades and Technology and ensures implementation and practice. The incumbent provides customer-oriented services, problem solving and making recommendations to support and enhance the operational and logistical functions for trades programs and the Office of the Dean. In addition, this position provides leadership and supervision to program staff and auxiliaries including training, assigning work, and providing feedback on work performance and ensuring operational coverage. The position supports contract administration, asset lifecycle management, preventative maintenance and routine maintenance of shop and lab equipment, including shop shutdowns and safety protocols.
Priority consideration will be given to BCGEU employees currently impacted by layoff at the same of lower pay grade.
Education And Experience
- A diploma or degree in operations management, trades/technical studies, or a related discipline, supplemented by a minimum of 5 years’ related experience in trades operations, procurement, inventory/asset management, facilities or program support, including supervisory experience. Experience in a post-secondary environment is an asset.
- Demonstrated industry experience in a skilled trade or technical environment. A Red Seal endorsement or equivalent recognized trade qualification is an asset.
- A combination of education, training and related experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated supervisory experience, preferably within a unionized environment, including assigning and prioritizing work, coordinating coverage, providing performance feedback and supporting employee development.
- Must have experience and/or training relating to shop/lab safety.
- Experience supervising student activities in a lab/shop environment including test invigilation; providing advice and demonstration.
- Experience or a trades’ background related to building construction, facilities, or technical environments to support capital projects, renovations and shop/lab upgrades.
- Experience performing modification, repair, and maintenance of equipment, machinery, and facilities.
- Experience with procurement processes, including sourcing, and evaluating quotes, purchasing supplies, materials, equipment and services and preparing recommendations to support purchasing decisions.
- Demonstrated experience with inventory and asset management, including maintaining asset records, monitoring equipment condition and supporting lifecycle, replacement and disposal planning.
- Demonstrated financial aptitude and experience monitoring operating and supply budgets, reconciling purchasing activity and reviewing financial information for accuracy.
- Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with computing and internet applications including Windows, Word, Excel, email and web browsers, and the ability to learn and use asset-management systems.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with faculty, staff, supplies, contractors and internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to compose routine and non-routine correspondence, documentation, spreadsheets, and tracking lists.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, exercise sound judgement, establish priorities and make responsible decisions within the scope of the position.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to applicable privacy and university requirements.
- Ability to interpret and apply technical documentation, contracts, specifications, policies, procedures, safety requirements and purchasing documentation.
- Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
- Knowledge of purchasing and financial controls, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders and purchasing cards.
- Proven ability to work both independently and function successfully as a member of a team.
- Proven ability to manage multiple changing priorities, exercise discretion, work effectively in an environment of competing demands and meet established deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a diverse range of individuals and appropriately manage difficult or sensitive situations.
- Certification to operate a forklift.
- Knowledge of apprenticeship training is an asset.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Job Description
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As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.
Salary Information
Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
Total Rewards
As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!
Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.
Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.
Note to Applicants
Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.
If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
