Director, Facilities – Banff and Waterton

Key Responsibilities

This is senior management role reporting to the GM, Banff Lodging and Gondola for Banff Jasper Collection.

• Directing maintenance operations including the leadership and supervision of all maintenance leaders, staff, and contractors.
• Responsible for maintaining Pursuit’s safety standards and an active member of the Health and Safety team.
• Facilitate the companies environmental goals through operational initiatives and long-range planning.
• Routinely inspect interior and exterior spaces, equipment and work completed.
• Manage engineering and maintenance concerns.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and work order programs for all locations of responsibility.
• Create and manage annual capital and operating budgets and monthly forecasts in collaboration with relevant department heads.
• Manage department expenses and labor.
• Recruit, hire, train, teach and develop maintenance team members and plan for succession.
• Create a safe and engaged culture in the team and contribute positively to hospitality operations.
• Develop relationships with suppliers and partners to ensure timely, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of services.
• Collaborate with Hotel Managers for maintenance of hotels and commercial tenants.
• Collaborate with the Housing Experience Manager for maintenance of Banff and Waterton Staff Accommodations.
• Collaborate with the Office Manager for maintenance of the Shared Service Building.
• Oversee the monitoring and maintenance all building systems.
• Ensure shops and facilities are clean, stocked and kept in a professional working manner.
• Perform maintenance tasks as needed.
• Be on call for emergency response.
• Complete special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification & Requirements

• Proven self starter with a passion for process improvement.
• Knowledge of boilers, HVAC, building controls.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot problems, create and implement solutions.
• Preference given to degrees Professional Engineer, Power Engineer, and/or ticketed trades.
• Proven ability to lead capital
• Leadership experience managing and developing teams (in a hospitality environment preferred).
• Maintenance experience and hands-on trainer.
• CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) experience, including system. administration, implementation, and maintenance.
• Administrative skills including financial acumen.
• Hospitable, professional, and strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of tools, procedures, technical skills and safety rules used in the maintenance and repair.
• Good organizational skills with attention to timeliness and details.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Requires light lifting and carrying.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• To honour our commitment to be “Always Honest” all employees must consent to a criminal record check.
• Certified Pool Operator Certificate (or willingness to do the training shortly after starting).
• Valid Driver’s License
• Beautiful. You’ll work in iconic, unforgettable and inspiring locations. You’ll see amazing scenery and wildlife. You’ll participate in team events – and fun!
• Independent. You’ll spend your days in and around National Parks
• Remote. Our home is filled with trees, lakes and blue-bird skies; rather than buildings, freeways and smog. Connect with friends around a bonfire instead of through WiFi
• Busy. You need to be prepared for a physical working environment with walking, stair climbing, bending, reaching, lifting (up to 50 pounds with assistance) required

Benefits

• Work in a dynamic, culturally diverse team from around the globe
• Work experience in an iconic, unforgettable, and inspiring location
• Free access to Pursuit attractions for staff and family, send a friend at half the price!
• Discounted hotel stays under
• Pursuit’s lodging offerings, and discounted food & beverage and retail experiences
• The chance to work in an inclusive culture and make life-long friends
• Access to subsidized mental health and wellness resources
• Opportunities for career growth or future work at other Pursuit locations
• Access to one of the world’s most beautiful and iconic National Parks