Regional District of Nanaimo | Human Resources & Employment

Employment Opportunities

Employment

 

Collective bargaining, labour relations and human resources activities for RDN employees are managed under the Corporate Services umbrella. The department oversees selection and recruitment, training and development, and compensation and benefits administration services for all employees of the RDN.

 

Recreation Receptionist

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ABOUT THE ROLE
The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking casual Recreation Receptionists to join the Recreation and Parks Department. This is a public facing position focused on assisting the public in accessing recreation programs, facilities, events, and services. This position is required to work at both the Ravensong Aquatic Centre in Qualicum Beach and Oceanside Place Arena in Parksville.

QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma (grade 12) plus one (1) to twelve (12) months prior job-related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Keyboarding, word processing, switchboard and basic office equipment experience is required, and experience working with ActiveNet or other recreation registration software is an asset. Current First Aid Level 1 certification is a requirement.

POSITION DETAILS
This is a casual Union Position with varied hours of work including evenings and weekends. The (2025) rate of pay is $31.66 to $33.33 per hour, plus 10.77% in lieu of benefits including vacation and statutory holidays.

To apply for this position, send your cover letter and resume to rdncareers [at] rdn.bc.ca (rdncareers[at]rdn[dot]bc[dot]ca). Please quote 2025-1149 in the subject line to ensure proper processing. 

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on January 2, 2025. 

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Project Engineer

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ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Manager, Capital Project Delivery, the Project Engineer is responsible for managing capital projects within the RDN. Projects include the planning, design, and construction of capital infrastructure projects, including wastewater treatment facilities, utilities, fire protection facilities, and others.  This position will liaise with administrative and operational staff, other government agencies, architects, building contractors, consultants, private utility companies and the public.

QUALIFLICATIONS
The successful candidate brings strong communication and relationship-building skills, demonstrates accountability and project ownership, and shows a consistent commitment to health and safety work practices.  The preferred candidate will hold a Civil Engineering degree and will be registered as a Professional Engineer (PEng) with Engineers Geoscientists British Columbia with six (6) years experience in design, construction, and project management of water/wastewater or industrial projects.  Experience in an operating facility and local government organization, combined with a certificate in project management, is considered an asset.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required.

POSITION DETAILS
The salary for this position is $119,593 - $137,236 annually and is supplemented by a competitive total compensation plan.  

This recruitment is being managed by a third-party search firm. For more details, including how to apply, visit https://hwest.ca/opportunities-blog/rdn-project-engineer

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Arena Maintenance Worker Trainee

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Closing

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent part-time Arena Maintenance Worker Trainee with the Recreation department, based at Oceanside Place in Parksville, BC. 

Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Arena Services and the functional direction of the Chief Facilities Operator, the Maintenance Worker Trainee performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in Arena Maintenance operations and contributes to the effective operation of the Recreation department by assisting in the maintenance, cleaning and preparation of the facility and ice/dry floor surfaces. 

QUALIFICATIONS
Required qualifications include high school diploma, one year of prior job-related experience, and the ability and desire to obtain the Refrigeration Operators Certificate. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

POSITION DETAILS
This is a permanent part-time Union position with varied hours of work including evenings and weekends. The (2025) rate of pay is $30.79 to $32.41. The position offers an attractive benefits package as provided within the collective agreement between the Regional District of Nanaimo and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401.
 

To apply for this position, send your cover letter and resume to rdncareers [at] rdn.bc.ca. Please quote 2025-1145 in the subject line to ensure proper processing. 

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on December 18, 2025. 

 

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