Operations Manager at the Bamfield Marine Station

Against the beautiful backdrop of a dynamic and nationally leading marine biology station in the Pacific Northwest, the Operations Manager leads and supports the day-to-day provision of the Bamfield Marine Science Centre’s (BMSC) operational units, building systems and facility infrastructure. The Operations Manager supports the BMSC's long-term goals, strategic plans and organizational change; and is committed to innovative and evolving programs and services in support of students and marine biology research

OBJECTIVES:

Oversee and/or manage the following departments as appropriate (~ 15 staff) : Facilities and Maintenance, Housing Services, Food Services, Foreshore Operations, Diving and Safety

• Actively contribute to the strategic and campus development plan of the BMSC.
• Lead the maintenance and sustainability of facilities and operational services.
• Work closely with the senior managers.
• Work closely with the Managing Director to support staff.
• Ensure that BMSC is compliant with regulatory and licencing requirements
• Staff operations and implement/amend work schedules
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and that incidents are reported
• Monitor the annual budget and address any variances.
• Monitor capital projects and coordinate with contractors

Leadership

• Develop and sustain practices that enhance staff engagement and motivation.
• Regularly inform and communicate BMSC developments to staff
• Engage staff and actively seek their input as appropriate
• Demonstrate to staff how their work links to the BMSC's strategic plan.
• Regularly update staff on important initiatives
• Ability to represent the Managing Director and/or Director with external agencies

Education

• Four years related professional experience
• Post-Secondary training in an Engineering, Maintenance or related field preferred
• Completion or willingness to obtain health and safety training an asset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Project Management experience
• Experience in operations & capital asset management.
• Non-Profit or Public Sector experience preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral comprehension and expression.
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, as required.
• Exceptional customer service focus.
• Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve.
• Experience working in a remote setting, an asset.
• Criminal records check.
• Valid Drivers licence

What Makes BMSC Different

• Flexible and gorgeous work environment in a rapidly growing coastal community
• Relocation bonus and subsidized interim on-site housing to facilitate move
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits, including dental, medical and defined benefit pension plan through the University of Victoria 
• Training and development programs
• Opportunities for growth
• Commitment to Indigenous partnerships and reconciliation
• Commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $67,741.00-$89,208.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bamfield, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-02-24

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