Lead Housekeeper/Administrative Assistant - Waasigan Transmission Line Project

WHAT'S THE JOB?

The Lead Housekeeper / Administrative Assistant is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supporting the housekeeping and janitorial teams while assisting with administrative, guest service, and dining operations. This role ensures the cleanliness, safety, and smooth functioning of the camp through active supervision, mentorship, and direct operational support. The successful candidate will lead by example, promote a strong safety culture, and contribute to a positive guest and team experience.

The position involves a remote work lifestyle in a camp setting with the following amenities:

• All meals and accommodations are provided
• Travel is provided to and from the site locations from designated locations in the Thunder Bay, Dryden and surrounding area
• Private room with cable television
• Access to Wi-Fi
• Access to laundry facilities and detergents
• Access to a gym and common areas

Key Responsibilities:

• Housekeeping & Janitorial Leadership
  • Supervise and work alongside housekeepers and janitors to maintain cleanliness standards in guest rooms, washrooms, common areas, and facilities
  • Conduct daily inspections and provide coaching to ensure compliance with company standards
  • Assist with deep cleaning, inventory management of linens and supplies, and waste disposal
  • Monitor and report maintenance issues promptly
• Administrative & Guest Services
  • Assist with guest check-ins, check-outs, and luggage handling
  • Operate and maintain the camp reservation system (e.g., Camp Logistiks)
  • Prepare and submit daily/weekly reports related to occupancy, housekeeping, and inventory
  • Support the Camp Manager with scheduling, payroll input, and training records as needed
• Dining & Service Support
  • Assist General Helpers during meal service periods to stock, clean, and maintain the dining room and service areas
  • Ensure dining areas meet hygiene and presentation standards
  • Help with setup and breakdown of special events or group functions
• Safety Leadership & Compliance
  • Actively promote and participate in the Don’t Walk By program
  • Review and verify Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs)
  • Ensure all team members follow WHMIS, PPE, and safe work procedures
  • Lead by example in all safety practices and emergency procedures
• Training & Development
  • Coach, mentor, and develop housekeeping and janitorial staff
  • Conduct onboarding for new team members and ongoing training in cleaning standards, safety, and customer service
  • Support performance management and corrective action processes under the direction of the Camp Manager

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and carrying
• Extended periods of indoor and outdoor work in various weather conditions
• Use of cleaning equipment and chemicals with appropriate PPE
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a rotational schedule

Working Conditions:

• Remote camp environment with shared accommodations
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, variable temperatures, and high-traffic areas
• Fast-paced, team-oriented setting with occasional high-pressure periods