Hotel Maintenance & Renovation Lead

Coast Hotels Limited; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel by APA is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team and guide ongoing improvements during a complex renovation. You will work with the General Manager to ensure a smooth reopening and strong operational performance.

This role focuses on developing departmental plans, budgeting, and coordinating with contractors while maintaining high standards of guest service and safety. Excellent leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma required; post-secondary education or trade certification is considered an asset.
• Trade certification in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or refrigeration preferred.
• Minimum 3 years Journeyman status with at least 2 years of experience leading a team.
• Experience working with contractors and sub-trades.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning.
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement departmental plans and measurable goals aligned with company strategy, including operating and capital budget preparation.
• Collaborate with managers, supervisors, and ambassadors to identify operational needs, close performance gaps, and implement practical solutions.
• Oversee maintenance operations, proactively forecasting and addressing repair and infrastructure needs across the property.
• Support renovation and capital improvement initiatives while coordinating work with contractors and sub-trades.
• Forecast labour, production, and operational requirements to maintain efficient scheduling and resource use.
• Manage departmental budgets and prioritize work to maximize value and performance.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to maintenance team members, supporting workflow delegation and performance standards.
• Monitor quality of work and ensure compliance with guest service expectations and operational standards.
• Support guest service excellence by helping remove operational barriers and responding flexibly to special events and changing business needs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, employment, and workplace regulations, including WCB, OH&S, and employment standards

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Scheduling

Contractor management

Communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Team motivation

English proficiency

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Trade certification asset

Post-secondary education asset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel by APA is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team and guide ongoing improvements during a complex renovation. You will work with the General Manager to ensure a smooth reopening and strong operational performance.

This role focuses on developing departmental plans, budgeting, and coordinating with contractors while maintaining high standards of guest service and safety. Excellent leadership and organizational skills are essential.