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Executive Housekeepers  (NOC 6213)
Saint John--St. Stephen Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Executive housekeepers direct and control the operations of housekeeping departments within hotels, hospitals and other establishments.

assistant executive housekeeper, executive housekeeper, hospital executive housekeeper, hotel executive housekeeper, housekeeping director, housekeeping manager.

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Executive housekeepers perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Establish and implement operational procedures for the housekeeping department
  • Plan and co-ordinate the activities of housekeeping supervisors and their crews
  • Co-ordinate the inspection of assigned areas to ensure that health regulations, safety standards and departmental policies are being met
  • Select and purchase equipment and supplies, and maintain inventory
  • Arrange for maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery
  • Hire, train and supervise housekeeping staff
  • Maintain financial records and prepare budgets, payroll and employee schedules.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Saint John, Golden Grove, Rothesay, Saint Andrews, St. Stephen, Sussex, Hampton Station, Lingley

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Outlook & Prospects for Executive Housekeepers in Saint John--St. Stephen Region

The future forecast and current conditions for an occupation can vary based on location or due to changes in the economy, technology, or demand for a product or service.

Local Employment Potential Information

Table on the employment potential for Executive Housekeepers in Saint John--St. Stephen Region as well as in the rest of the New Brunswick.
Location Employment Potential Release Date
Saint John--St. Stephen Region N/A N/A
[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

Local Labour Market News

Week of Apr 29 – May 03, 2013

  • The Milltown Elementary School near St. Stephen is holding a Job and Community Fair with the focus on helping families of their students. Major employers of Charlotte county such as Ganong Bros. Ltd., Cooke Aquaculture Inc., and Connors Bros. Ltd. will attend. Local service agencies focused on helping unemployed people overcome barriers to employment will also be present. The event will be held in the school gymnasium on May 16 from 2:00 to 7:00 pm.

Week of Apr 15 – Apr 19, 2013

  • The Port of Saint John experienced a year-over-year increase in tonnage in the first quarter of 2013. Potash, forest products and container tonnage account for the bulk of the increase.
  • A Second Cup coffee shop will open in the uptown area of Saint John at 14 King Street later in May. Twelve to 15 employees are expected to be hired.
  • The New Brunswick government has announced that the Grand Manan provincial park will be closed. Two full-time staff have been layed off and, including seasonal workers, up to 10 workers will be affected.

Week of Apr 08 – Apr 12, 2013

  • Saint John experienced a major slowdown in both residential and non-residential construction over the past year reaching an 8-year low. The total value of new construction last year was $32 million, less than half what it was in 2011. Major projects in the area, such as the $2.4-billion Point Lepreau refurbishment and the $100-million harbour cleanup program, have wound down over the past year with no new investments taking their place.
  • A new mill built by PotashCorp in Penobsquis N.B. will be completed in June. When finished, the mill is expected to process up to 1.8 million tonnes of potash per year from the new Picadilly mine. The mine is expected to open next year creating 250 full-time jobs.
  • Two new retail businesses opened on Water Street in Saint John: Simply Local Eh, a craft and artisanal goods business; and Suite Serendipity, a vintage, handmade or antique furniture dealer.
  • The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency has contributed $48,000 in support of renovations to the St Martins arena in the 4 Season Complex. The funding was matched by provincial government's Regional Development Corporation, with the Village of St Martins providing $6,556.
  • Efficiency NB will eliminate six jobs because of funding constraints. Two permanent and four casual jobs will be eliminated.
  • A new $30M seniors complex was announced for the Sussex area and could see construction begin this summer pending town council approval. The complex would provide housing for about 150 seniors in various housing accommodations from independent to assisted-living arrangements. When open, it is expected to provide employment for up to 100 people in the region.

Week of Apr 01 – Apr 05, 2013

  • An investment of $200,000 will be made by the federal government to do work on the port of Seal Cove on Grand Manan Island. The work is intended to improve security at the port.
  • The Magnolia Café in Saint John will re-open in mid-April in the same Prince William Street space. All of the kitchen staff, including the head chief and pastry chef are returning along with half of the servers.
[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
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