Camp Manager - Northwestern Ontario

Dexterra; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks on/3 weeks off rotation

Career growth in large camp atmosphere

Industry leader

Job summary

Dexterra Group in Canada is seeking a Camp Manager to oversee all camp and catering operations on site, including housekeeping and kitchen departments. The role offers a remote camp lifestyle with meals and accommodations provided, plus travel to site locations across Canada.

The position requires 5–8 years of experience in remote camps, strong communication, and relevant safety certifications. You will manage staff, safety standards, budgets and reporting in a demanding camp environment.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in Remote Camps.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day camp operations, including housekeeping and kitchen.
• Uphold health and safety standards in camp and workplace.
• Meet with clients and address requests promptly and effectively.
• Supervise, train and manage staff performance and scheduling.
• Inspect camp facilities, food quality, inventory and budget management.
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Customer service

Education

Advanced Food Safety certificate

First Aid Certification

Food & Beverage/Hospitality education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Job Description

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 across Canada
• Private room with cable television

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 andeffective 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

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• 5 – 8 years of experience in Remote Camps
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• 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

Additional Information

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 $300 - $350 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.