If your goal was to switch careers or take up a temporary new gig by the end of the year, there is still plenty of time left.
November is a great month to take the leap, with hundreds of jobs available in Vancouver.
Next month, employers across the province will also be forced to include wages or expected salary ranges in job postings — making the job search much more transparent for job seekers.
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Also, beginning November 1, the BC government and Crown corporations must post annual pay transparency reports.
But, in the meantime, here are the offers on the table this November.
McDonald’s
There are dozens of jobs open at McDonald’s locations across Vancouver, including part-time and full-time positions. The popular fast-food restaurant is searching for crew members, shift managers, line cooks, guest experience leaders, and maintenance.
McDonald’s offers staff access to education and skills-development opportunities and flexible hours. Here, you can be rewarded with discounts, incentives, and recognition perks.
Find a list of job opportunities on its website.
Starbucks
If you’re already obsessed with Starbucks and looking forward to those seasonal Christmas drinks, some exciting vacant positions are available.
The coffee company is hiring in Vancouver now, including barista and shift supervisor positions.
Whether you are a full-time or part-time employee, Starbucks offers free coffee and competitive pay.
Find a list of job opportunities on its website.
Vancouver Christmas Market
The holiday season is approaching, and the Vancouver Christmas Market is looking to fill some jobs.
Of the jobs listed on its site, those hired will be expected to work from early/mid-November until late December.
The good news is that all of the jobs the Vancouver Christmas Market is looking to fill pay above minimum wage and offer a gratuity share from beverage huts and sales.
Vacant jobs the market is hiring for are guest experience hosts and event beverage service staff.
Applicants will be required to consent to a criminal record check.
You can find the Vancouver Christmas Market‘s job opportunities on its website.
City of Vancouver
The City of Vancouver is responsible for ensuring our city’s day-to-day operations run smoothly and effectively. So, there are many jobs available throughout the city that require many different kinds of expertise.
The City is hiring for dozens of vacant positions across departments, including civil engineer, recreation programmer, office administrator, and lifeguard/instructor.
For more information and to apply, check out its website here.
Earls
Earls is a popular Canadian restaurant with head offices in Vancouver.
Not only is the company hiring hosts, cooks, server assistants, and dishwashers, but there are also jobs available at the head office.
Earls is looking for an accounting and tax manager and a finance and payroll administrator.
So whether you are looking to commit to a full-time job or just looking for flexible part-time work, there are many vacant positions.
At Earls, you can take advantage of the mentorship programs, in-house hospitality and culinary training programs, and even an employee discount.
Explore the job opportunities available across the Metro Vancouver region here.
Vancouver International Airport
The Vancouver International Airport has many job opportunities, including baggage operations specialists, administrative assistants, and security operations managers.
There are 43 full-time positions open.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Provincial Health Services Authority
If you’re passionate about the health and support of your fellow British Columbians, you might find purpose in working for PHSA.
With good benefits, you’ll hopefully find fulfillment in helping others and being supported by a good company.
PHSA is offering career opportunities across the Lower Mainland. There are vacant positions for dozens of registered nurses, team clerks, administrative and data entry clerks, and payroll systems processors.
For the complete list of over 1,120 job openings, click here.
Air Canada
The Canadian-based airline is well known all over the world, and some of the jobs could even help you see the world!
According to Air Canada’s careers website, the company is seeking flight attendants to fill these permanent roles.
The airline is looking for poised, naturally empathetic people who can confidently speak in public. You might be the perfect fit if you’re flexible and don’t mind working irregular hours (mornings, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays).
You’ll also have to be willing to relocate to Air Canada’s base in Toronto or Vancouver and, ideally, be bilingual.
If selected, you’ll participate in a paid, full-time, eight-week training program in Montreal or Vancouver. Once you become a qualified flight attendant, you’ll earn $28.85/hour.
Think Air Canada’s hiring managers might like someone like you? Learn more about the position and submit your application here.
Vancouver Aquarium
The Vancouver Aquarium is a popular destination for tourists and Vancouverites alike. It’s also heavily involved in conservation work if you’re passionate about animals.
Jobs available include exhibit design senior manager, veterinary technologist, guest experience supervisor, food and beverage associate, banquet server and security guard.
For more information and to see what other jobs are available, click here.
Amazon
With the busy holiday season right around the corner, Amazon is hiring positions for full-time, seasonal, and part-time roles.
Pay for jobs like those working as a sortation centre warehouse associate or delivery station warehouse associate ranges from $20 to $21.90.
Check out the job opportunities here.
Microsoft
If you’ve always dreamed about working at Microsoft, the tech giant is hiring for several jobs in Vancouver.
Opportunities include online service engineers, gameplay engineers, UX designers, and business program managers.
Check out the list of jobs here.
Apple
Apple isn’t just one of the world’s most valuable companies; it is the single most valuable company, and the tech giant is hiring for several Vancouver jobs.
Apple is hiring for many high- and lower-level jobs in Vancouver, from retail employees to automation engineers.
For the complete list of Vancouver positions being offered, click here. You will need an Apple ID to apply.
BC Hydro
There are 65 jobs available in Vancouver right now, including positions in its information technology, skilled trades, community relations, and administration departments.
To learn more about the available jobs and apply, click here.
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Canucks Sports and Entertainment Corporation
If sports are your thing, look no further than these job openings this month with Canucks Sports & Entertainment. If you’ve been looking to move from spectator to career professional in this dynamic industry, this could be the opportunity for you.
For a full list of positions and to apply, click here.
Cactus Club
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If Cactus Club’s values for “attentive, warm and unpretentious” service speak to you, this could be a great company for you to grow in.
Whether it’s food service, culinary, or management that is calling your name, there are opportunities across the city.
Who knows, maybe you’ll be able to run over a pre-show treat to Canadian rapper Drake the next time he’s in town (or at least treat yourself to his favourite peach bellinis).
To learn more and apply, click here.
UBC
Only three universities in Canada cracked the top 50 on a new global ranking, and one institution is right here in BC and is hiring.
According to the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings for 2024, UBC came in at number 34, rising the ranks, as it used to be #47 in 2023.
Whether you are looking to fill an opening as university staff, faculty, a temporary position, or as a student, plenty of jobs are vacant.
For more information on the available positions and to apply, click here.
Loblaws
The Real Canadian Superstore is dedicated to “real Canadians who shop at Real Canadian Superstore as well as real team members who work there.”
Superstore is hiring for multiple positions across the city, including personal shopper clerks, pharmacy assistants, sales representatives, and frontline sales, among many others across Metro Vancouver.
Learn more about the 260 career opportunities with Loblaws here.
Sephora
Positions are being offered in various departments.
If you like discounts, Sephora offers major ones for employees. Each of the career listings also suggests that Sephora supports its employees’ personal growth “to build your personalized career plan, so you can achieve your professional goals.”
Check out what jobs are vacant near you here.
ICBC
ICBC has a major task for a company as it works to keep the car insurance system running for BC. If you want to kickstart your professional prospects, ICBC is hiring for several well-paying jobs around Metro Vancouver and BC.
Most job opportunities are located in North Vancouver as the insurance company looks to fill roles in human resources, finance and accounting, insurance services, and claims services departments.
Learn more about the available positions, which include full-time and hybrid openings, here.
TransLink
Right now, TransLink is hiring for tons of jobs, some of which are quite lucrative.
Vacant positions include network design analyst, system engineer, and manager of service desk services.
TransLink was named one of BC’s top employers this year. If you’re interested, you can find job postings here.
BC SPCA
If you love animals, here is the place to join the organization in fighting to end animal cruelty.
Whether you want to be paws-on or behind a desk, the BC SPCA offers jobs catering to all types of folks.
For a complete list of jobs on offer from the BC SPCA, click here and apply meow.
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