Wash Bay Manager

Wash Bay Manager

Our client, based in Altona, MB, is a family-run growing leader in the Canadian livestock transportation industry, providing professional and innovative transport services across Canada and the US. With a strong reputation for safety, animal welfare, and customer satisfaction, the company continues to set the benchmark for dependable, high-quality service in the agricultural transport sector.

They are seeking a Wash Bay Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the wash bay. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys managing a team, building strong relationships, coordinating staff and workflow, and ensuring operations run safely, efficiently, and effectively. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving productivity, maintaining high-quality standards, supporting employee development, and creating a positive working environment.

Reporting directly to the Director of Biosecurity and Maintenance, the successful candidate will lead a team of staff, helping ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the wash bay, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to established quality standards.
• Delegate and coordinate daily workflow to optimize productivity.
• Monitor supplies used, complete inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Monitor department operating costs and expenses.
• Ensure records and documentation are accurate and up to date.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient environment.
• Provide hands-on leadership, direction, and support to wash bay employees, fostering teamwork, accountability, and a strong work ethic.
• Track and monitor performance and identify opportunities to improve processes, workflow, and overall departmental performance.
• Identify staffing requirements and support recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing employee development.
• Monitor employee performance, productivity, and attendance, addressing concerns and providing coaching and feedback as required.
• Maintain facility cleanliness, organization, and upkeep, ensuring wash bays meet established sanitation and biosecurity requirements.
• Promote a positive team environment built on respect, accountability, pride in work, and willingness to help others.
• Perform other duties as required to support the operational success of the organization.

Required Skills and Experience
• Previous experience leading and managing a team.
• Ability to work standard operating hours; with flexibility on evenings and weekends based on operational needs.
• Ability to complete safety inspections and adhere to health and safety protocols is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance hands-on work with administrative responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new computer systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to delegate effectively, prioritize competing demands, and keep work moving forward.
• A natural ability to lead and a genuine interest in helping others learn and grow.
• Valid driver's licence.
Benefits and Compensation
• Competitive salary.
• Supportive, family-oriented team culture.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Extended vacation policy.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your resume to [email protected].

We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those individuals who best meet our qualifications will be contacted. All other resumes will be kept on file for future consideration.