Logistics Operations Manager Job in Oshawa Recruiting by McAsphalt Industries Limited

Status: Full-time Permanent PositionExpected Start Date: As soon as possibleLocation: Logistics Office – 1221 Farewell Street, Oshawa, ON L1H 6N8Reporting to: Trucking Manager, CentralAbout McAsphaltMcAsphalt is the industry leader in Canada specializing in asphalt products and services. Founded in 1970 by Leo McArthur and John Carrick, the company has since grown to over 500 employees spanning 26 terminals across Canada. McAsphalt offers a wide range of asphalt products, including emulsions, cutbacks, polymer-modified, performance-graded and roofing, and specialized transportation of those products by rail, land and water. Additionally, McAsphalt provides comprehensive services and technology solutions, encompassing paving, testing, research and development, engineering, and consulting.Position SummaryMcAsphalt’s successful business model for several decades has relied upon high performance truck transportation services for delivery of our Asphalt and Emulsion products to customers and raw materials to our production plants across Ontario, Canada. Trucking is in our DNA and core to our culture of service excellence. The Operations Manager is responsible and accountable for the general management and optimal deployment of tractor and tank trailer assets within McAsphalt’s fleet in Central Canada. The incumbent will also be responsible for safely servicing the logistics needs of our production plants and customers across Ontario, Canada. The Operations Manager, Central will manage the Central Dispatch team and Central Drivers to ensure trucking transportation services are safe, reliable, efficient and profitable.Main Duties and Responsibilitiessupervises day-to-day work of dispatchers and drivers while directing activities related to the dispatch, routing, and location of the Central fleet.the vehicle maintenance plan and coordinates with the Maintenance Department to ensure fleet availability to meet service needs.profitability through strategic cost management, and new business development.operations to ensure staff members comply with administrative policies and procedures, security rules, and government regulations.Safety Department to ensure investigations are carried out in cooperation with government agencies to determine the causes of transport accidents and to improve safety procedures.effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.vehicle registration files within Accutrack.Regional Manager with Capex purchases of all new equipment and prepare business cases for management.with Safety and Dispatch Groups to ensure drivers are available for appropriate training and manage training schedules.in all emergency situations, accidents, and spills.volumes and equipment needs weekly, monthly, annually and assist in budget planning.Regional Manager with internal and external audits and review recommendations with management.and review monthly performance KPIs and update Regional Manager on potential vendor budgetary exceptions.Required QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of management experience is required.Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation and dispatch is required.Detailed knowledge of all relevant Provincial and Transport Canada regulations governing the road transportation business, such as authorized hours of work, TDG regulations, MTO and US DOT requirements and standards of compliance.Trans-border experience and knowledge of clearance protocols.Strong command of the English language (reading, writing and speaking). Polished and professional presentation skills with a confident and persuasive approach to working in teams. Proven skills in problem solving and conflict resolution, and the instincts to motivate and mobilize a wide range of personality types.Experience with fleet management and dispatch software. Leveraging new technologies and experience with JDE would be an asset.Ability to work independently and thrive in a competitive business environment. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel at the intermediate levelwith strong organizational skills.A familiarity with risk management and a good sense of humour will be an asset. The MCA AdvantageSAFETY is not a priority, it's a VALUE at McAsphalt. Priorities can change by the minute; our values are set in stone! All of our employees are living the Goal Zero when it comes to safety. Not only do we provide you with the right PPE, we train you on all aspects of your job so you go home safe EVERYDAY! We have a full suite of health and dental BENEFITS and we match 100% of your contribution to your PENSION! We are present coast-to-coast in Canada and are part of the Colas Company family worldwide. We have exponential growth OPPORTUNITIES – just tell us where you want to go. We SUPPORT our employees and their families, in good and bad times, with our Employee Family Assistance Program. Accessible 24/7! Free and confidential – counselling for mental health, financial support, legal consultation, and more. We love to have FUN at work and work together to get the job done.Please visit our website to learn more!www.mcasphalt.comAt McAsphalt we work together to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees. How to ApplyInterested candidates are asked to apply immediately by responding directly to this job posting by sending a copy of your resume and cover letter for this position.RecruiterVidhu [email protected] We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.Application DeadlineMay 3, 2024