FEATURED JOB OPENING: Off-Grid Sustainable Project Manager Couple Needed - McBride, BC

Posted: 1/30/2025

MATRIX Camps and Logistics is currently looking for a dedicated and experienced Sustainable Project Management couple to live at, and enhance, a beautiful off-grid 374-acre private property (not a lodge) located on the Fraser River, near McBride, BC.

As project managers, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the development of our property. We are looking for a couple that has the skill sets, attitude and aptitude to help restore the property to its former glory and to make it a self sustainable enterprise. You must be capable, hard-working, and are looking for an opportunity to make positive improvements, while enjoying living in a beautiful, remote setting. The property offers excellent fishing, hunting and outdoor experiences. It was once a thriving organic farm that has been inactive for the last four years. The goal is to replant fields for hay, develop an organic garden, enhance a small fruit tree orchard, plant herbs and forage, as well as longer term look to establish run of river power generation, and develop the capacity to harvest and sell hay and firewood.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily inspections of the property and facilities to identify and resolve maintenance issues.
• Perform regular cleaning and upkeep of all grounds, including landscaping and snow removal.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines in all maintenance and caretaking activities.
• Conduct property improvements, gardens, orchard, hay fields, fencing, abandoned vehicles, outbuildings, will all need considerable attention.
• Conduct general repairs and maintenance tasks, such as plumbing and electrical work.
• Coordinate with the owner for larger maintenance projects and services.
• Maintain an organized inventory of supplies and equipment. Report any significant issues to the Property owner promptly.

Ideal Candidates:

• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.

• Previous experience in carpentry, plumbing and basic electrical are strong assets.
• Previous experience in operating farm tractors, skid steers, ATV's and snowmobiles is required.
• Previous experience in safely operating chain saws and processing firewood is required.
• Must be able to work independently and safely.
• Physical ability to perform demanding tasks, including lifting and outdoor work.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications:

Previous Experience in remote property maintenance or facilities management is required.

Must have the capability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and perform physical labor.

Must be able to successfully complete a criminal records check.

The couple must have good common sense for living in an off-grid remote property environment. 

They must be capable of performing the duties required and be mechanically inclined for basic required maintenance purposes.

Applicants must be clean living with no drug or alcohol abuse concerns.

On site housing, and all utilities, including Star Link Wi-Fi will be provided.

Salary: Depends on experience, but will be a flat Monthly salary with the opportunity for additional day rate compensation for completing specific projects, over and above the Monthly salary.