JOB DESCRIPTION

Full-Time, Permanent
Date Posted: August 18, 2025

WHO WE ARE…

The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 115-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. 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.
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.
Our ideal candidate is an individual that has mechanical proficiency and a Red Seal in an applicable trade; they have a passion for managing projects and workers, possess a strong work ethic, are highly organized and have the ability to multitask in a fast paced / time sensitive environment. The successful incumbent will ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements and all other applicable legislation and company policies.

In your role as Manager – Playland Attractions Maintenance, your primary accountabilities will be to:

• Oversee various projects on the Playland site; inclusive of building maintenance, technical oversight of inspections, general maintenance, set-up, and teardown of over 30 rides.
• Lead and co-manage direct reports consisting of full-time and casual Facilities & Maintenance staff (including Ride Technicians, and various tradespersons).
• Support development of a 3–5-year strategic asset management and site maintenance plan for Playland.
• Implement preventative and predictive maintenance schedules, and regularly review programs for improvement.
• Maintain and update training programs and manuals for staff; ensure understanding of policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Create, document, and implement safe work procedures that adhere to OHS regulation for the safety of staff.
• Ensure maintenance program for all attraction assets are in compliance with both manufacturer guidelines and Technical Safety BC requirements.
• Provide strategic direction pertaining to asset management (rides, attractions, buildings, temporary event structures) and maintenance, inclusive of capital project recommendations.
• Liaise with Technical Safety BC and ride safety consultants regarding ride inspections and installations; implement their directives and submit confirmation of corrective actions.
• Conduct and document risk/hazard assessments and daily ride inspections to ensure guest safety on site, document and ensure completion of recommended corrective actions.
• Work within set budgets and maintain established timelines for project completion.
• Lead and develop a responsive and highly skilled team while fostering the PNE core values of enthusiasm, excellence and evolution; notably focusing on staff engagement, empowerment and accountability.
• Perform crew talks and instill a safety culture within the team and across the site.
• Administer Collective Agreement pertaining to Full-time and Casual staff with support from the People & Culture Department, including employee issues, investigations and discipline.
• Act as the On Duty Maintenance Manager or Park Manager for Playland during the operating season.
• May be required to respond to operational issues at any time of the day or night.
• Performs other duties as required.