Senior Manager

Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 1 week ago

Calgary AB, Canada Calgary, AB Full time

Take the next step in your career by joining the team at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo and grow your experience at one of the most unique sites in Calgary The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is seeking a full-time permanent Senior Manager, Horticulture to lead our dedicated horticulture team (internal staff, contractors and volunteers) which includes, the maintenance of animal habitats, the maintenance of botanical gardens, the maintenance of grounds including snow removal, the maintenance of irrigation systems, pest control and greenhouse propagation activities.

This position also provides direction in development of capital projects and potentially manage endangered plant species translocation program.

Our Mission | Take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places

Our Values | Effective collaboration and communication, honesty and integrity, customer focus, safety, and conservation

What you will do:

  • Provides leadership and overall horticulture management of habitats, grounds, gardens, greenhouses, parking lots, pathways and a 343-acre off-site facility.
  • Responsible for management of all irrigation systems. Responsible for contract administration, KPI reporting, internal quality audits and quarterly continuous improvement meetings.
  • Responsible for the safe development and execution of departmental priorities and work plans using internal staff, contractors and volunteers.
  • Participates in the development and management of branch continuous improvement tasks and operating budgets.
  • Proactively manages daily zoo preparedness including snow removal.
  • Actively contributes to the development of capital projects as they relate to horticulture, landscape and habitats including environmental initiatives and potentially endangered plant species translocation programs.
  • Contributes to the development and implementation of master plans and internal policies.
  • Provides support, supervision and guidance to direct reports including performance reviews.
  • Actively supports the overall activities of the Facilities Management Team and others.
  • Represents the zoo in relevant professional and trade organizations.
  • Responsible for management of employee environmental, health and safety concerns including reporting and investigations.
  • Responsible for job specific employee training.
  • Applies proven project management methodologies during the execution of all ground’s capital projects.
  • Follows zoo's procurement policies for both operations and capital budgets.
  • Ensures a safe work environment and follows all regulatory and zoo safety policies including Contractor Safety Briefings.
  • Participates in the Development Sponsorship Committee

Additional training that may be required and provided by the zoo includes Asbestos/Mold, Boom Lift, Code Adam, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid, Forklift, Hazard Assessment and Control, Lock Out/Tag Out, Pest Control, Respiratory Protection, Skid Steer, Transportation of Dangerous Good, Vehicle Operator, WHMIS, Workforce Orientation and Zoonotic Disease Awareness, ISA Certification.

What you will bring:

  • Horticulture degree OR horticulture diploma is required
  • Certificate in Project Management is an asset
  • Minimum of 7 years experience in a management role in grounds maintenance, horticulture, or related role
  • Class 5 Driver’s License
  • Experience managing multiple teams including contractors in a fast-paced horticulture environment.
  • Experience developing and executing capital projects and budget development.
  • Experience with endangered plant species translocation and/or propagation is an asset.
  • Experience with office software packages.
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment.
  • Proven experience working in a management role and/or customer service environment.
  • Well-developed organizational and communication skills.
  • Experience in directing diverse groups and teams including volunteers to achieve key deliverables in a continuous improvement environment.
  • Proven ability to maintain a safe work environment.

Working Conditions:

  • Many administrative duties including work on a computer in an office setting
  • Meetings and site inspections in the field, including construction sites

The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is an outdoor facility and all staff working at the zoo must be comfortable working in a large variety of outdoor conditions. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo follows the advice of Environment Canada when responding to temperature and air quality issues.

What the Zoo Offers:

  • Competitive compensation, vacation and flex days entitlement
  • Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account
  • Employer matching RRSP program
  • Discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise
  • Participation in the Staff Pass Benefit plan
  • A fun, rewarding work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals

Are you ready to join one of Canada’s leaders in wildlife conservation?

If this position suits your skills, experience and personal attributes, we want to talk to you.

Apply by doing the following;

  • Watch this video about the conservation work being done at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. ()
  • Submit your resume with a cover letter via our online application system.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

If this position is a fit for you, we encourage you to apply with a resume and cover letter online by April 21, 2024 .

The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo strives tocultivate a workplacein whicheveryone feels welcome and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. As a conservation organization, we respect and value the diversity of all life and come together as individuals and teammates to achieve the organization’s mission and vision. Werecognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion ,and work to advance our culture to ensure diverse viewpoints are heard and everyone has an equitable chance to succeed and thrive.

All candidates are thanked for their applications and advised that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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