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    "description": "<h2>Job Description</h2>\n<p><strong>Assistant Manager, Facilities & Ground Maintenance</strong>Full-Time; PermanentDate Posted: May 12, 2026<strong></strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Who we are…</strong></p>\n<p>The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 116-year-old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams:  the 15 day annual summer Fair which averages more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events.  In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance.  The PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees or the community.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are seeking a highly organized, safety-focused, and operationally minded individual to join our Facilities & Maintenance team as the Assistant Manager, Facilities & Grounds Maintenance. This role supports the planning, coordination, and daily execution of facilities and grounds maintenance operations across the PNE and Hastings Park site, ensuring buildings, infrastructure, equipment, and outdoor spaces remain safe, functional, well-maintained, and event-ready year-round.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Assistant Manager will provide frontline leadership to maintenance staff, support preventative maintenance programs, coordinate inspections and corrective actions, assist with contractor oversight and pest control programs, and help ensure strong communication, safety compliance, and operational follow-through across the department.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with experience in facilities, grounds maintenance, construction, or related operational environments. They are organized, practical, and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, publicly visible environment where priorities can shift quickly based on events, weather, and operational needs.</p>\n<p>  </p>\n<p><strong>Why join our Team?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Exhilarating and fun-loving culture</li>\n <li>Flexible work environment </li>\n <li>Opportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much more </li>\n <li>Staff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands</li>\n <li>Competitive compensation package</li>\n <li>Opportunity to create lasting memories and friendships!</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>What will you do this year?</strong></p>\n<p>In your role as an <strong>Assistant Manager, Facilities & Grounds Maintenance,</strong> your primary accountabilities will be:</p>\n<ul>\n <li>Support the planning and daily coordination of facilities and grounds maintenance operations to ensure PNE buildings, infrastructure, equipment, outdoor spaces, and public areas remain safe, functional, clean, and event-ready year-round. </li>\n <li>Assist with the development and implementation of preventative maintenance programs for fleet, assets, buildings, grounds, and infrastructure to improve reliability and minimize downtime. </li>\n <li>Provide frontline leadership and daily direction to Facilities & Grounds Maintenance staff, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. </li>\n <li>Coordinate daily work assignments, inspections, maintenance tasks, corrective actions, and event-related operational requirements. </li>\n <li>Conduct regular inspections of facilities, grounds, equipment, and event spaces to identify maintenance deficiencies, safety concerns, and repair needs, and coordinate timely resolution. </li>\n <li>Support the ongoing use and development of Limble CMMS, including work orders, preventative maintenance scheduling, inspections, asset tracking, and reporting. </li>\n <li>Assist with seasonal and event readiness planning for Playland, The Fair, concerts, festivals, sporting events, film activity, and other site operations. </li>\n <li>Coordinate pest control and mitigation programs, including vendor coordination, monitoring, documentation, and compliance with health and safety standards. </li>\n <li>Support department safety programs through inspections, hazard assessments, training, safe work procedures, and corrective action follow-up. </li>\n <li>Assist with budget tracking, inventory control, material planning, and resource allocation to support efficient operations. </li>\n <li>Coordinate and oversee contractors to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and in alignment with PNE standards and site requirements. </li>\n <li>Support compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and collective agreement obligations. </li>\n <li>Respond to after-hours or urgent maintenance issues on a rotational or as-needed basis. </li>\n <li>Support employee relations activities including coaching, performance management, attendance support, and documentation in collaboration with the Manager and People & Culture. </li>\n <li>Maintain training records, operating procedures, inspection documentation, and other administrative records related to maintenance operations. </li>\n <li>Participate in operational planning, event readiness meetings, site walkthroughs, and continuous improvement initiatives. </li>\n <li>Perform other related duties as required.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>What else?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance, grounds maintenance, construction, operations, trades coordination, municipal/public-space maintenance, or a related environment.</li>\n <li>Previous experience providing leadership, direction, or supervision to staff in a maintenance, facilities, grounds, construction, or operational setting is preferred.</li>\n <li>Completion of a post-secondary certificate, diploma, trades qualification, facilities management training, construction-related training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is considered an asset.</li>\n <li>Knowledge of facilities maintenance, grounds maintenance, building systems, site infrastructure, equipment, preventative maintenance practices, and safe work procedures.</li>\n <li>Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, such as Limble CMMS, is considered an asset.</li>\n <li>Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, inspections, corrective actions, and maintenance work in a busy operational environment.</li>\n <li>Strong understanding of occupational health and safety requirements, hazard identification, safe work practices, and regulatory compliance.</li>\n <li>Strong planning, organizational, analytical, and administrative skills.</li>\n <li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, 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Check.</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Who are you?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Organized</li>\n <li>Methodical</li>\n <li>Proactive</li>\n <li>Skillful communicator</li>\n <li>Critical thinker</li>\n <li>Committed to striving for excellence</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Where and when to APPLY?</strong></p>\n<p>Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at <strong>www.pne.ca/jobs</strong> and will be accepted until the role is filled. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume/cover letter before <strong><em>Sunday, June 21.</em></strong> We look forward to hearing from you!</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p>\n<p>The PNE's compensation offerings are in alignment with a pay-for-performance pay philosophy that recognizes individual, and teamwork performance. The role is a permanent, full-time position with a typical salary range of $72,000- $80,000 per annum.  The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, experience, and internal pay structures.  As a part of the PNE's total compensation package, this position may be eligible for other benefits subject to program eligibility requirements. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em>The PNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse community we proudly serve. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or age. 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