Full-Time

Head of Facilities

Posted on 12/16/2022

Waabi

Waabi

51-200 employees

Develops AI-powered self-driving technology and simulators

Data & Analytics
Industrial & Manufacturing
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$113,000 - $220,000Annually

Senior

Toronto, ON, Canada + 3 more

Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Bachelor degree or higher degree
  • At least 5 years of direct involvement in managing facilities and supporting business operations
  • Experience managing vendors and commercial contracts
  • Experience with EHS, ISO
  • Experience working in tech companies in Canada and the US with knowledge of industry best practices
  • Deep understanding of commercial real estate negotiations
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
  • Ability and willingness to travel as necessary
  • Open-minded and collaborative team player with the willingness to help others
  • Passionate about self-driving technologies, solving hard problems, and creating innovative solutions
Responsibilities
  • Be part of a multidisciplinary team using an AI-first approach to enable safe self-driving at scale
  • Develop, maintain, grow and support multiple Waabi facilities
  • Assure Waabi facilities meet all internal, local, state and federal regulations and requirements
  • Work with engineers, operation leads, and technicians to outfit labs, machine shops, and operational areas
  • Support Waabi's safety culture and promote best EHS practices - including managing PPE, emergency response procedures, and preventative maintenance
  • Report on facility KPIs
  • Grow and manage local and remote employees as needed

Waabi, led by AI pioneer Raquel Urtasun, is a frontrunner in the self-driving technology industry, leveraging advanced AI to enhance safety and accelerate the commercialization of autonomous vehicles. The company's competitive edge lies in its proprietary simulator, Waabi World, which allows for comprehensive testing and development of their self-driving system, the Waabi Driver, in a cost-effective and secure virtual environment. Backed by a diverse range of top-tier investors and a world-class team, Waabi's commitment to technical excellence and industry leadership makes it an attractive workplace for those seeking to shape the future of transportation.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$82.7M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

36%

2 year growth

173%
INACTIVE