Camp Manager - Waasigan Transmission Line Project

WHO ARE WE? 

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Horizon North- Chi Mino Ozhitoowin (CMO) Joint Venture Partnership:

Horizon North is partnered with Chi Mino Ozhitoowin (CMO) to provide an essential spectrum of camp, catering and infrastructure services to the Waasigan Transmission Line Project. CMO LP is owned by Eagle Lake, Gakijiwanong Anishinaabe Nation (formerly Lac La Croix First Nation), Fort William, Seine River, Lac Seul and Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nations and Ojibway Nation of Saugeen. This partnership is rooted in the shared values of cultural preservation, community well-being and sustainable development and aims to harness the opportunities presented by the Waasigan Project. Through mutual understanding and collaboration we aim to support social-economic growth by offering meaningful employment and economic benefits for partner communities and individuals. 

WHAT'S THE JOB?

The Camp Manager is responsible for all camp and catering operations on site and will oversee both housekeeping and kitchen departments.

The position involves a remote work lifestyle in a camp setting with the following amenities:

• All meals and accommodations are provided 
• Travel is provided to and from the site locations from designated locations in the Thunder Bay, Dryden and surrounding area
• Private room with cable television 
• Access to Wi-Fi 
• Access to laundry facilities and detergents 
• Access to a gym and common areas 

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the day-to-day activities of an assigned camp
• Uphold camp and workplace health and safety standards
• Meet with clients and provide quality customer service by addressing their special requests and concerns in a prompt and effective manner
• Supervising, training and managing staff performance issues 
• Manage staff scheduling, payroll and daily and weekly meetings
• Inspecting, evaluating and ensuring the camp cleanliness, food quality and presentation and controlling inventory to meet or exceed expectation
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports
• Maintain project budget; tracking occupancy, staffing and monitoring expenses
• Performing administrative tasks which include liaisons with the client, managing room bookings, preparing reports
• Troubleshooting minor maintenance problems if necessary

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• 5 – 8 years of experience in Remote Camps
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Valid G drivers license and clean abstract is preferred
• Valid Advanced Food Safety certificate is required
• Valid First Aid Certification is an asset
• Education in Food and Beverage or Hospitality Management considered an asset
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Office365, SharePoint, Excel, etc.)
• Must have an acceptable Criminal Records Check
• Effective leadership style, positive outgoing personality and effective listening skills
• Be able to handle the following physical demands:
  • Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
  • Climb ladders or stairs
  • Stand, walk, squat, kneel or sit according to task for extended lengths of time
  • Perform repetitive hand work requiring full use of both hands
  • Perform work with arms at full length
  • Work with arms above shoulder height

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 3 weeks on/3 weeks off rotation
• Ability to expand skills in a large camp atmosphere 
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader

Work schedule and remuneration: 

Camp Managers work on a rotational schedule of 3 weeks on/3 weeks off.  Site locations are in remote settings, requiring either air travel to site, or via ground on our shuttle. You may be required to work nights, weekdays, weekends, and general holidays. Wages are paid on a daily basis with a starting rate of $335 daily.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

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