Our growing Etobicoke client who is a leader in Distribution is looking for a Transportation Shunt Operations Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years related experience in a managerial capacity and will be responsible for the following:

Manage, direct and align the customer yard shunt operations while acting as a liaison between the shunt team operation and customer’s management. Key Responsibilities:

 Manage the shunt operations and activities ensuring efficient yard flow is maintained within the designated areas at customer yard/site.

 Effectively manage and regularly monitor the performance of shunt driving team, address any issues that may arise, ensure they are trained and meeting required standards during shunt truck operations.

 Work directly with customer’s management team to communicate and resolve shunt operations related issues.

 Work collaboratively and communicate with the transportation operations and safety team to meet customer requirements/demands.

 Complete and submit pertinent documentation and activity reports.

 Manage the movement of trailers in the yard, ensuring compliance and safety regulations and proper maintenance.

 Maintain accurate records of equipment in the yard.

 Regularly inspect the yard to ensure all equipment are in good working order.

 Plan and schedule equipment repairs as required.

 Complete safety assessments and report potential hazards and any damages or safety related issues to safety department.

 Enforce safety protocols and ensure all employees are trained on proper procedures.

 May perform shunt driving duties.

 May conduct reefer checks.

You will oversee a team of 14 shunt and truck drivers.

 This position is not limited to the above and can be modified and expanded as required.

Requirements

 Minimum 5 years’ experience of management in transportation and distribution centre yard operations.

 Knowledge of specialized yard equipment; shunt trucks and trailers.

 A/Z license required (minimum 3 years).

 Safe driving record, clean CVOR and abstract.

 Criminal Record Check and Reference Checks.

 High pressure position. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

 Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.

 Strong leadership skills and be able to motivate and manage a team of yard workers.

 Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

 Computer knowledge – familiar with technologies and equipment used in the yard.

 High School Diploma or equivalent.

 Must be flexible to work schedule based on business operations needs

Day Shift with occasional weekends

Salary 68K-74K

If you are interested then please apply asap. #MPCANO