Dispatcher

Company Description

Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, making it easy to provide dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. Sustained by its 65 years experience, Manitoulin developed the transportation knowledge that is relied on and trusted by clients in various industries.

Job Description

The Dispatcher role is a fast-paced, demanding position focused on planning and coordinating the pickups and deliveries for our Nanaimo service area, including surrounding rural routes. We're looking to onboard a dedicated professional to join our team and help us meet or exceed our customers' expectations.

As a Dispatcher, you'll be the nerve center of our operations, ensuring smooth and efficient daily flow. Your key duties will include:

• Scheduling to execute all of the terminals pickups and deliveries  

• Verify equipment and driver availability including start times.  

• Dealing with customers, drivers, central dispatch, Terminal Manager, etc.  

• Dock work

• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the skills and knowledge to hit the ground running in a dynamic environment.

• A thorough working knowledge of the Nanaimo Area

• Good communication and interpersonal skills  

• Knowledge of equipment  

• Organized with good time management skills  

• Aptitude for math 

• Ability to perform under pressure 

Additional Information

• Comprehensive Benefits Program
• Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this
  position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will
  be contacted.