Local First Nations Peoples have stewarded the lands, waters, plants, and animals of this region since beyond time immemorial. The CVRD provides a wide range of local government services to a population of 95,000. The picturesque Cowichan Valley offers a warm climate and numerous parks, recreational, cultural, and social opportunities such as majestic mountains, the rugged West Coast Trail, serene lakes, and one of the world’s tallest free-standing timber rail trestles.

Are you a dynamic and progressive facility operations leader with a keen interest in serving your local community? Manager, Facility Operations (West Cowichan) . Reporting to the Senior Manager, Facilities Division and in close collaboration with the Division Manager, Cowichan Lake Recreation, the Manager, Facility Operations (West Cowichan) is responsible for managing facility operations and maintenance in the West Cowichan area.

This position leads and develops a team of facility operations staff, develops and implements operational plans, policies and procedures, and applies sound judgement and decision-making to deliver high-quality customer service. Secondary school graduation and completion of a two-year diploma from a recognized technical institute in facility management, mechanical technology, or related discipline. An equivalent combination of education,



training and experience may be considered.

Five (5) years of experience in a facility maintenance /operations /grounds capacity and a minimum of five (5) years of experience at middlemanagement level.

Experience in a supervisory or management role of staff and consultants.

Experience in building design and construction, physical and mechanical aspects of building operations and maintenance including experience in recreation facilities, arenas, curling rinks, auditoriums, grounds/sports complexes.

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Class 5 BC Driver’s License Ice Facility Operator Certificate – employer provided Building Service Worker certificate, Arena and Curling Ice Maker 1 and 2 certificates, and a building trade ticket would be assets. Hours of WorkRegular Full-time (35-hour work week) and eligible to participate in the CVRD’s Flex Time Program. SalarySalary range from $111,765.09 to $130,660.09 per year, (2026 rate) commensurate with education, training and experience.

Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits package including extended health, dental, insurance advantages, and a pension plan. If you require an accommodation to participate in any stage of the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] to communicate your accommodation needs.

📌 Manager, Facility Operations (West Cowichan) (Winnipeg)
🏢 Cowichan Valley Regional District
📍 Winnipeg