Engineering Lead

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Lead to be part of Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection. At the Rimrock, we create more than luxury experiences, we create moments that move people. Guided by Wellness, Adventure, and Culture, our Heartists live and work in one of the most inspiring places on earth, delivering hospitality with purpose and heart. Here, every day brings connection, growth, and unforgettable memories, on and off the clock. Live boldly. Work with heart. Stay moved.

As Rimrock Banff prepares to re-emerge as the first Emblems Collection retreat in North America, we are setting new standards for modern mountain luxury, where exceptional guest experiences rely on exceptional operations behind the scenes.

The Engineering Lead plays a vital role in maintaining and elevating the hotel’s infrastructure and technical performance, ensuring every system functions seamlessly to support guest comfort and operational excellence. Reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, this role blends hands-on technical expertise, team leadership, and operational precision to deliver safe, efficient, and reliable building systems across the resort.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations & Maintenance
• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of all mechanical systems including HVAC, boilers, refrigeration, pumps, and related process equipment.
• Oversee operation and maintenance of the pool and spa facilities, company vehicles, laundry equipment and hotel temperature monitoring and control systems.
• Perform duties in alignment with 5th Class Power Engineer requirements and provincial regulations, including ‘hands-on’ work.
• Collect, compile, and analyze equipment performance data; monitor trends and proactively respond to anomalies.
• Maintain and update detailed logbooks, process documentation, and compliance records.
• Conduct and audit scheduled equipment and machine checks, ensuring adherence to safety and maintenance protocols.
• Leadership & Team Development
• Provide direction, coaching, and mentorship to the Engineering team.
• Support onboarding and skills development to ensure team competence and consistency in performance.
• Lead by example, fostering a culture of accountability, precision, and safety.
• Planning & Coordination
• Develop, review, revise and implement preventative maintenance plans and schedules.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and shutdowns with hotel operations to minimize guest impact.
• Oversee contractors on-site, ensuring work is completed to Rimrock and regulatory standards.
• Manage spare parts inventory, procurement, and maintenance budget tracking in collaboration with the Director of Engineering.
• Lead small-scale projects and assist in capital project implementation as required.
• Compliance & Safety
• Update and maintain all documentation required by federal, provincial, and municipal regulations.
• Ensure safety programs, procedures, and training are actively upheld and continuously improved.
• Participate in all required health and safety meetings, training, and audits.

Qualifications

Who You Are

You are disciplined, analytical, and precise, the type of leader who takes pride in doing things right the first time. You bring intellectual confidence and technical curiosity, always striving to improve systems and elevate standards. You are matter-of-fact, introspective, and conscientious, with a deep respect for safety, regulation, and process. You believe in accountability — for yourself and your team — and take satisfaction in results that are both timely and correct. You are at your best when given the room to think, analyze, and apply your expertise with excellence.

Plan with purpose. Lead with integrity. Stay moved.

Physical Demands

Visa Requirements

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Job Perks & Benefits

Apply Today

Whether you're just starting your journey or seeking your next adventure, we’d love to hear from you. Explore current opportunities and discover what it means to be a Heartisan at www.rimrockcareers.com .

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please reach out, confidentially, at recruiter@rimrockresort.com , and we’ll work with you to ensure your needs are met.

At Rimrock Banff, we believe that diversity makes us stronger, and inclusion moves us forward. Our team is made up of individuals from across the globe, each bringing their own culture, perspective, and story. In a place as naturally diverse as Banff National Park, it’s only fitting that our workplace reflects the same richness. Whether you're on shift or in staff housing, we want every Heartisan to feel seen, valued, and free to be fully themselves, regardless of race, culture, gender identity, religion, abilities, sexual orientation, or age. Inclusion isn't a box we check, it’s a value we live. And while we're proud of our progress, we know there's always more to learn, more ways to grow, and more voices to elevate. Together, we build a workplace where belonging isn’t just possible, it’s expected.

Be you. Be bold. Stay moved.

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