FAIRMONT
Grounds Manager
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Job Description
- Req#: REF96644G
- Responsible for the ordering of plant/garden material and tools from various suppliers
- Planning schedule for Summer and Spring planting
- Conduct the training, coaching and supervision of the Gardening team.
- Assist in maximizing the productivity and consistency of the Gardening Team
- Schedule Gardening Team in accordance with budgeted Labor levels
- Assist the Golf Superintendent to communicate any and all Corporate, Hotel, Divisional, and Departmental initiatives and standards through individual and team meetings and interactions
- Become the benchmark for your team by leading by example, rewarding and motivating your team and developing them into future leaders of the Gardening Industry and/or Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.
- Liaise with Golf Superintendent and Golf Course team
- Snow Removal duties throughout the Winter seasons
- 1-3 years of experience in a Gardening / Horticultural position
- Previous experience Supervising/Managing a team of colleagues
- A valid BC Driver’s license with a clean record is required
- Diploma in a recognized Horticultural program is an asset
- Experience in a large complex garden facility is an asset
- Subsidized staff accommodation provided
- Complimentary meal in our staff cafeteria per shift
- Access to our Employee Travel Program, with discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide
- Hotel leisure benefits including Golf/Ski passes
Company Description
Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, just two hours north of Downtown Vancouver, Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience in the winter, and an on-site championship golf course in the summer, we are Canada’s year-round outdoor adventure destination. Additionally, we are Whistler's largest conference resort hotel, offering 5 unique dining outlets, a slope-side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites.
Job Description
Grounds Manager
The focus of this role is the displaying of plants / garden material to a high aesthetic level throughout the Hotel and Golf Course, including preparing a design and planting schedule for all areas.
Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000 gross annually, based on previous experience and education
This is a full-time, permanent position, beginning in March 2026.
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Visa Requirements: To progress with your application, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
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We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: CWR.Careers@fairmont.com.
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