Employment - Maintenance and Operations Manager

Maintenance and Operations Manager

Cape Smokey

Full-Time

Weekdays Weekends Evenings Nights On-Call Holidays

Description

Maintenance and Operations Manager



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.


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.


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.


Language of Work:

English


Hours:

This position is a full-time, permanent, position for 40 hours per week.


Salary:

The qualified applicant will be paid an annual salary of $115,000 CAD.


Benefits/Bonuses:

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


Location:

The location of work is Ingonish, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.


Website: https://capesmokey.ca/

How To Apply

Cape Smokey will be accepting applications for this opportunity via their Human Resource Information System (HRIS), or other external site. Please follow the link and the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

How to Apply:

Qualified applicants, please send your resume, cover letter and your possible start date via:


https://capesmokeyholding.bamboohr.com/careers/44?source=aWQ9MTI%3D







Apply here

Willing to hire International Applicants

This employment opportunity is open for qualified and eligible opportunity seekers domestically and internationally.

Applications will be considered regardless of working status in Canada.

Location Information
Community
Ingonish
County
Victoria County
Province
NS
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Cape Smokey
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
Salary
Pay Period
Annually
Remuneration Per Pay Period
$115000.00 per year (to be negotiated)
Estimated Weekly Hours
—
Start Date
—
End Date
—
Language
English
Language Proficiency Level
Posted on
April 10th 2026
Expires
May 30th 2026