Igneous Adventure Corp DBA Liquid Lifestyles is looking for a River Operations Manager to join our team for a fun and exciting 2027 season on the Clearwater River!

Job Description:Liquid Lifestyles is a premium whitewater rafting and kayaking operator who pride themselves on safety being the number one priority. We’re looking for a River Operations Managers with the same outlook and ability to prioritize safety while still keeping it fun and engaging for guests. Our daily trips and courses take place on the Clearwater river with options for full day, half-day adventure trips and family friendly options for the little adrenaline junkies. As River Operations Manager, you will be in charge of overseeing the river operations team and ensuring all protocols and procedures are being followed as well as implementing any recent policies.

Our Offer:

Job type: Full-time seasonal
Wage:$38.40/hr
Work location: 440 Eden rd Clearwater BC and on the Clearwater River
Operational season: 6 months
Expected start date: April 15, 2027
Expected end date: October 15, 2027
Language of work: English speaking but German, French or Spanish an asset

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

- Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of the River Team
- Provide technical and professional advice on new trips and best lines for the River Team
- Prepare budget estimates and develop policies and procedures to implement programs
- Manage the operations of the River Team
- Organize and administer training, coaching and new opportunities for the River Team
- Recruit,



interview and hire river guides, instructors and support staff
- Develop long range plans and negotiate business contracts
- Developing emergency response plans and implementing them

Certifications:

- 5+ Years of Managerial experience in Adventure Tourism
- Senior or Trip Leader Guide License
- 5+ Years Whitewater Guiding / Instructing Experience in Class 4 Rivers (Rafting & Kayaking)
- Swiftwater Rescue Technician
- Wilderness First Aid 50hr. (80hr. Preferred)
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Class IV Drivers License (Not required but an asset)
- Must be physically fit, work well under pressure and work well in a fast paced environment

Perks and Benefits:

- Gratuities
- Staff uniform provided
- Staff functions
- Discount in our retail store
- Subsidized staff accommodation available
- Live & work on the breathtakingly gorgeous Clearwater River in beautiful BC!
- Opportunities for additional training and skills development
- Fun and exciting work environment with an high emphasis on safety

Pay: $38.40 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule
- Store discount

Education:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

- Whitewater River Guiding: 5 years (required)
- Operations management: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Wilderness First Aid certification (any Canadian issuer) (preferred)
- Swiftwater Rescue certification (preferred)
- Year 2 Trip leader Guide License (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Whitewater Rafting River Operations Manager (Clearwater)
🏢 Liquid Lifestyles Whitewater Rafting and Kayaking
📍 Clearwater