Arena and Operation Supervisor

CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

The Arena and Operation Supervisor plays an important role for Personnel Support Programs. They support both the Wurtele Arena and outdoor sporting facilities for our military members and their families.

You will oversee the day-to-day operations of the arena, outdoor facilities such as sports fields, assist in budgeting and acquiring supplies, ensure safety and emergency procedures are followed, ensure compliance with the Health & Safety Program, and potentially act as a Representative or member of a local NPF Committee. You will also help in training junior staff in their roles, working as one team with the shared goal of simplifying and improving the quality of life for our military members.

We are looking for a dynamic, independent and motivated individual to join our team. If you have experience in supervising an arena, outdoor facilities, and thrive in a cultural environment that is passionate about exceeding customer expectations, this is the opportunity for you.

Education, Certifications and Licenses

High school diploma AND several years of experience in a related field
Current CPR and Standard First Aid certification
Valid Driver’s Licence (BC)

Experience

In Demonstrated Supervisory experience.

In resource administration

In operating an arena or similar facility

In ice maintenance procedures

In maintenance and lining of sports fields

In operating ice rink equipment

In operating outdoor facility maintenance equipment

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

English Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset

Reading: Functional

Writing: Functional

Oral: Functional

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

Successful completion of the following by the end of probation period

• RFABC - Refrigeration Safety Awareness (or similar)
• RFABC - Ice Makers Course (or have demonstrated equivalent experience)

Perform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg).

This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.

August 12, 2024

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.