Maintenance and Operations Manager

Cape Smokey Holdings • Ingonish, NS

129d • Onsite

About The Position

Cape Smokey is a high-end real estate development company that is in the process of developing a major year-round resort and ski hill at Cape Smokey, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Cape Smokey features the first gondola in Atlantic Canada, a 16-run ski hill (with additional runs being added), and will feature a restaurant, microbrewery, and a treewalk. We are located at 38696 Cabot Trail Road, Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia, B0C 1L0, Canada.

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Maintenance and Operations Manager (NOC 70012) to oversee the overall operations and maintenance of our ski hill.

This is a permanent, non-seasonal, position.

Requirements

• At least 5 years’ maintenance management experience at a year-round ski resort
• College Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree
• Must have contracting experience
• Must be willing to work flexible and irregular hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, due to snowmaking and equipment maintenance schedules
• Superior communications skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must have strong occupational health and safety leadership skills
• Must be discrete and diplomatic

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate policies and procedures for the operation of the ski hill
• Prepare budgets for the ski hill and monitor revenues and expenses
• Plan, organize, and direct maintenance services for the ski hill
• Develop, implement, and manage snow making and other maintenance schedules year-round
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of snowmaking equipment and other machinery
• Participate in the development of pricing and promotional strategies for Cape Smokey
• Negotiate with suppliers for the provision of materials and supplies
• Recruit and supervise staff, and oversee training of new staff
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs
• Negotiate with clients for the use of facilities for conventions, banquets, receptions and other functions
• Lead a progressive workplace culture rooted in our company’s values

Benefits

• Ongoing training
• Performance-based annual bonus of up to 15%
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees