Cape Smokey

Full-Time Permanent

Weekdays Weekends Evenings Nights Shift On-Call Holidays

Description

Snowmaking Supervisor
We are Cape Smokey Holding Ltd., a high-end real estate development company that is in the process of developing a major year-round resort at Cape Smokey, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. We operate Cape Smokey, Nova Scotia’s only gondola-accessible ski hill and a fast-growing four-season mountain destination. To ensure exceptional snow conditions and efficient operations throughout the winter season, we require the position of Snowmaking  Supervisor to be filled.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Snowmaking Supervisor will lead the snowmaking team and oversee all aspects of snow production. You will be responsible for executing timely, weather-responsive snowmaking plans, ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of equipment, and optimizing snow quality across the mountain.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Snowmaking Supervisor, you will be responsible for the planning, coordination, supervision, and execution of all snowmaking activities. You will lead a team of snowmakers, ensure equipment is maintained and inventory kept up to date, ensure the production of high-quality snow, and work closely with other mountain operations teams to create exceptional guest experiences.

Your duties will include:

• Recommend measures to improve productivity
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Coordinate and schedule activities
• Coordinate work activities with other project supervisors or managers
• Supervise workers and projects
• Train or arrange for training
• Operate fan snow gun
• Shut down snow making plant
• Determine snow quality
• Monitor snow making operation
• Utilize computers in snow making operations
• Perform snow maintenance operations including handling snowmaking and snow removal equipment
  
• Off season planning including: 
  • Planning new runs
  • Drainage and landscaping
  • Overseeing tree removal

Skills/Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (post-secondary or technical training is an asset)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in snowmaking, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical skills.
• Proficiency in using computerized control systems for snowmaking.
• Physically fit and capable of working long shifts outdoors in extreme winter conditions.
• Experience operating snow guns, compressors, snowmobiles, and related machinery.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and team management skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• English fluency required; Czech language ability is an asset

Language of Work:

English

Hours:

This is a full-time, year-round on-site position 

Shifts may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Term:

3 years

Salary:

The qualified applicant will be paid an annualized salary commensurate with experience.

Range approx $30.00 - $47.50 per hour.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Staff Accommodation Options
• Transportation provided by employer where required
• Paid Learning and Training Opportunities
• Free On-Site Parking
• Access to On-Site Recreational Amenities
• Employee Discounts and Resort Perks
• Team-Building Activities

Location:

Cape Smokey Ski Hill
38696 Cabot Trail Road
Ingonish Beach, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
B0C 1L0, Canada

Location Information

Community

Ingonish Beach

County

Victoria County

Province

Nova Scotia

Country

Canada

Opportunity Information

Employer

Cape Smokey

NOC Code

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Experience Required

Yes

Available Openings

1

Pay Type

Hourly

Pay Period

Bi-Weekly

Remuneration Per Pay Period

Estimated Weekly Hours

30.00

Start Date

—

End Date

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Language

English

Language Proficiency Level

Posted on

May 21st 2025

Expires

June 26th 2025