Projects and Maintenance Manager

Quik’s Farm Ltd. is a cut flower grower based in Chilliwack, BC, with over 20 acres of indoor and an additional 35 acres of seasonal outdoor growing space. Quik’s Farm is geared towards the intense production of cut Chrysanthemums, Oriental Lilies, Alstroemeria, and other seasonal crops utilizing state-of-the-art growing systems and leading-edge technology to produce high quality products for our diverse customer base throughout Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest USA. We are currently hiring a Projects and Maintenance Manager. This position offers you an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, fun-loving, and growing team!

The Projects and Maintenance Manager oversees maintenance activities and coordinates facility projects across the company’s locations. This role ensures that greenhouses, production equipment, buildings, and supporting systems remain safe, reliable, and ready for daily operations. Working closely with department managers, the position plans maintenance, responds to breakdowns, and manages improvements from initial planning through completion.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance and Equipment Management

· Oversee the maintenance and repair of equipment, machinery, buildings, and related infrastructure.

· Maintain and own the preventive maintenance schedule to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life.

· Coordinate maintenance requests and prioritize work based on safety, operational needs, and production schedules.

· Troubleshoot equipment and facility issues, arranging qualified contractors or technicians, when required, after management’s approval.

· Monitor recurring equipment problems and recommend practical repairs, upgrades, or replacements.

· Maintain records of inspections, servicing, repairs, and equipment maintenance history.

· Ensure essential spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies are available and properly organized.

Project Planning and Coordination

· Plan and manage facility improvements, renovations, equipment installations, and other assigned projects across company locations.

· Define project requirements, timelines, resource needs, and estimated costs in consultation with management and affected departments.

· Obtain and compare quotations, recommend suppliers and contractors, and coordinate approved work.

· Monitor project progress, spending, and quality, addressing delays or issues as they arise.

· Schedule project work to minimize disruption to growing, production, shipping, and other daily operations.

· Coordinate project completion, equipment commissioning, operating instructions, and handover to the responsible department.

Team and Contractor Management

· Assign and oversee the daily work of maintenance employees, providing direction, training, and support.

· Establish clear work priorities and follow up to ensure tasks are completed safely and effectively.

· Coordinate contractors and service providers, communicating site requirements and expectations.

· Work with department managers to identify maintenance needs and plan for peak production periods.

· Support cross-training and the development of maintenance knowledge within the team.

Safety and Procedures

· Ensure maintenance and project work follows company safety procedures and applicable requirements.

· Ensure equipment servicing is performed using appropriate isolation and lockout procedures.

· Identify and address unsafe equipment or facility conditions, escalating significant concerns promptly.

· Develop and maintain maintenance procedures, inspection checklists, and standard operating procedures.

· Coordinate required inspections and servicing with qualified personnel.

· Support incident investigations involving equipment or facility issues and complete assigned corrective actions.

Budgeting and Continuous Improvement

· Prepare maintenance and project cost estimates and manage spending within approved budgets.

· Track maintenance expenses and identify opportunities to improve reliability and control costs.

· Recommend improvements to equipment performance, facility layout, energy use, and maintenance practices.

· Provide management with regular updates on ongoing projects, outstanding repairs, costs, and operational concerns.

· Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• 5 years of experience in the institutional, commercial and civil construction industry with technical post-secondary education.
• Experience managing maintenance activities and coordinating facility or equipment projects.
• Strong practical knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment troubleshooting, and building maintenance.
• Experience supervising employees and coordinating contractors.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, budgets, and project timelines
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, technical drawings, and maintenance instructions.
• Relevant trade certification or technical training is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between company locations.
• Experience estimating and managing self-performed work activities and subcontracted work.

Core Competencies:

• Professional
• Client-focused
• Ability to follow-up
• Able to take initiative
• Teamwork
• Strong work ethic and values
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Problem solving

Work Location: In-person

Wages Offered: $95,000- 110,000/ year

This position may require you to work on Saturdays and Statutory holidays. There will be no Sunday work.

Following the successful completion of your probationary period, you’ll also become eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Access to our Company Health and Wellness Spending Account

How to apply:

Please apply with your cover letter and resume to [email protected] or apply in person at our Plant 4 location: 11115 McSween Road Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H5.

We thank all candidates for applying, however, only those applicants displaying a strong level of professionalism and are deemed qualified for the position will be contacted for an interview.