Planner - Grounds & Conversions (2026-048)

THE OPPORTUNITY AWAITS YOU

REAL finds itself in the enviable position of managing one of the most interesting and versatile connected spaces in North America with an opportunity to impact the lives of millions by creating life-long memories and delivering exceptional experiences.

Reporting to the Assistant Manager - Grounds & Conversion, the Planner is responsible for creation and assignment of an efficient & effective work assignment plan and assist with the schedule for the Grounds and Conversion team. Utilizing a variety of planning tools, forecasts, event schedules, facility knowledge, and technical expertise, the Planner is planning weeks in advance, preparing resource plans and designing sequenced work activities for the entire REAL campus. The Planner is an effective resource as the creator, administrator, and owner of work breakdown structures and sequenced work assignments designed for site set up, preparation, and organization, and tear down of REAL mobile & rentable assets leading into and out of every campus event.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. As a member of REAL’s Site & Facilities team, the Planner collaborates with management in developing and is responsible for execution of a rolling annual groundskeeping Work Planning System. This work plan outlines, quantities, and organizes the job assignments, and resource requirements for all seasonal grounds keeping functions. This includes, (but not limited to):

• Snow clearing, removal, and handling, including roadways, parking areas, and walk way entry & exits.

• Distributing sand on recurring basis for the purpose of mitigating seasonal slip hazards on site, (ie. snow/ice)

• Spring/seasonal parking lot & road way sweeping and debris pick up.

• Accumulated yard debris pick up

• Confederation Park and other green space landscaping & general lawn/tree/shrub upkeep.

• Distribution & handling of campus signage, barricades, parking embankments, etc.

2. The Planner provides guidance & organization to the day-to-day Grounds and Conversion staff by:

• Providing sequenced work instruction for all aspects of all activities programming, entertainment & sporting events.

• Directs workers as required in support of business unit management.

• Plans and reviews overall status of project(s) on an ongoing basis.

• In collaboration with Purchasing/Procurement, orders tools and materials to be delivered at specific times, confirming to necessary work schedules to meet project timelines.

• Ensure all assets that are the responsibility of the Grounds and Conversion business unit are kept in proper storage and organization, in appropriate condition/state of repair.

• Communicates with management and event supervisors as required to ensure seamless event mobilization/operation/de-mobilization.

• Ensure management, and other stakeholders are promptly provided any relevant documentation from either client, event planning, or authorities relative to event set up.

• Identify, quantifies, and co-ordinate resources to support day-to-day event requirements from an operational support perspective.

3. The Planner will provide assistant to the Assistant Manager, Grounds and Conversation with the following:

• Assists with the coding of timecards

• Assists in determining staff scheduling requirements of casual & part time staff on an as required basis.

• Organizing and preparing any additional resource requirements on an as-required basis to assist with the event set up/tear down process.

• Assists in the identification & creation of documented standard work procedures when/where necessary.

• Assists in developing strong teams within the business unit by providing feedback on staff work performance/output, to assist Assistant Manager in ongoing performance management of team members. Supports and assists with work when their expertise is required

• Working closely with internal business units to identify & quantify asset availability for the purposes of maximizing revenue opportunities, and/or additional equipment procurement needs on an as required basis.

• Provide feedback to management on rental & mobile asset condition and potential maintenance or replacement requirements. Raise repair/replacement requirements to the Fixed Assets & Maintenance management team to ensure requirements are efficiently & effectively prioritized.

• Provides proactive recommendations to management on tooling, equipment, and MRO supply requirements.

4. Ensure operational safety by:

• Organizing and preparing any additional resource requirements on an as-required basis to assist with the event set up/tear down process.

• Establish necessary work zones and traffic control requirements relevant to any event mobilization/de-mobilization. Collaborate as needed in this area with Security/Traffic business units.

• Conducts own work as a competent & safe operator of a variety of power tools and mobile assets. Ensure others do the same.

5. The operation of mobile and heavy equipment, when all other options have been exhausted, as per the collective bargaining agreement.

6. Performs other duties on an as and when required basis .

Employment Status: Permanent Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Wage: $21.78 - $28.27

Requirements

WHAT IT TAKES

Apply today if you meet the following requirements:

• Completion of Grade 12 education, supplemented by formal training and/or relevant work experience.
• A valid Heavy Equipment Operator Certification is considered an asset. Candidates without this certification must be willing to obtain it.
• 3 years of supervisory experience.
• 2 years of hands-on experience operating heavy equipment.
• 5 years of experience working in high-demand, fast-paced environments.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of job safe work site practices
• Possess a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s license and a safe driver’s abstract.
• Knowledge of relevant construction law and building codes.
• Excellent organizational & planning skills. Ability to forecast, prioritize, and schedule multiple work plans simultaneously.
• Demonstrated proficiency for managing multiple, complex priorities within demanding timeframes.
• Strong time-management skills and a proven track record of delivering quality results, with attention to details.
• Ability to operate mobile and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge & experience of WHMIS program.
• Can make quick, on-the-spot, logical decisions based on current events.
• Computer proficiency required including advanced Excel, Word & Outlook.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to supervise and coordinate multidisciplinary staff as needed

Note: This position is an in-scope position under RWDSU Collective Agreement.

Benefits

WHY CHOOSE REAL?

Here at REAL, we can offer unique experiences unlike any other organization:

• Make a difference in your own community.
• Be a part of an industry responsible to create fun and memorable moments for our guests.
• A wide range of employment opportunities to fit your own lifestyle - whether that’s committing to us in a full-time capacity or more of a casual role that is event specific and tailored around your own availability.
• We offer competitive wages and industry standard benefits.
• Matching Group RRSP plan.

For more information visit our website at www.realdistrict.ca. Submit resumes by November 12 , 2026 via the link provided.

Please click the link to apply: https://apply.workable.com/real1884/j/A61E543E32

While REAL appreciates the interest by all applicants, only those selected to advance to the next stage will be contacted. Note preference will be given to internal applicants holding existing REAL RWDSU seniority.