Are you passionate about sports and recreation and thrive in an dynamic environment? Do you enjoy delivering exceptional customer service and contributing to a diverse community? If so, the East Hants Sportsplex is the place for you!
The East Hants Sportsplex is a vibrant hub for sports, recreation and community events. Our facility features two arena ice pads, three year-round artificial turf fields, a Café, and three versatile multi-purpose rooms ready to host a wide range of activities. Join our dedicated team of experts in sports, recreation, customer service, hospitality, and facility operations, in an exciting community-focused environment.
We are recruiting for a Chief Engineer to join our team.
The Chief Engineer is responsible for managing the day-to-day maintenance activities related to the East Hants Sportsplex and the ice plant as per the Technical Safety Act and Power Engineer Regulations of Nova Scotia. This includes supervising a team of Facility Operators and oversight of building systems, including but not limited to, preventative maintenance software, ice plant/refrigeration, building automation, HVAC, electrical, security and fire suppression.
What you can offer:
- You hold a minimum of a Power Engineer 4th Class certification (preferred), or a Refrigeration Plant Operator 2nd Class certification.
- You have completed a minimum of a 1-year certificate in a related field such as mechanical, facilities management, building systems, or electronics.
- You have experience in or an understanding of ammonia refrigeration systems, automated or computerized control systems, building maintenance, heating, ventilations or air conditioning (HVAC).
- You have several years of relevant technical experience in ice plant operations.
- You are a strong relationship builder and communicator, and can effectively build trust in order to collaborate with your team, contractors, and the public.
- You are a great multi-tasker, with experience managing projects and initiatives to completion, meeting your project requirements and deadlines.
- You are comfortable with technology.
- You have a Valid Driver's License.
- You are available to work a flexible schedule around the operational requirements of a sports and events facility, including some evenings and weekends.
What we can offer:
- A culture of teamwork, trust, and service excellence.
- A collaborative, solutions-based work environment, with a high degree of autonomy.
- Working with a team that is passionate about serving our community.
- A commitment to personal and team professional development.
- The excitement of being part of supporting sports, recreation, and events in a fast-growing community.
- Strong compensation and benefits package including a Health Care Plan with Virtual Doctor service included, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Registered Pension Plan, Employee Assistance Program.
Annual Salary: $60,000-$75,000
Deadline to apply: Ad will remain posted until job is filled.
For a complete job description and information on how to apply, please visit easthants.ca/employment
If you require an accommodation to assist in the application process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (902) 883-6203.
