Chief Operating Officer

Port Saint John; Saint John; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent port authority in Saint John, New Brunswick, is seeking a strategic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operational functions. The ideal candidate will have experience in logistics or infrastructure, with a proven ability to manage complex operations and engage with various stakeholders. This role offers an opportunity to influence the growth and transformation of one of Canada's most dynamic ports.

Qualifications

• Experience with multidisciplinary teams and complex operations.
• Background in safety-critical sectors like transportation or infrastructure.
• Proven track record in capital project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational and administrative functions of the Port.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders including government and private sectors.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and community engagement.

Skills

Operational leadership

Experience in ports/logistics

Financial literacy

Technological proficiency

Strong people leadership

Community engagement

Job description

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The Opportunity

With the planned retirement of a long-serving and highly respected executive Port Saint John is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help lead the next phase of its growth and transformation. Reporting to the President & CEO and serving as a key member of the executive team the COO will lead all operational and administrative functions of the Port including marine terminal operations infrastructure security health and safety finance human resources legal and compliance.

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate is a strategic and pragmatic operational leader with experience in ports, logistics, infrastructure, transportation, or another asset-intensive safety-critical sector. You bring a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams, managing complex operations and capital projects, and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders—includ­ing government partners, labour organizations, private sector operators and Indigenous communities. You are financially and technologically literate, a strong and inclusive people leader, and committed to excellence in operational performance, sustainability and community engagement.
• This is a unique opportunity to shape the next chapter of one of Canadas most dynamic and fastest-growing ports. You’ll join a collaborative, community-oriented organization based in the welcoming and affordable coastal city of Saint John, New Brunswick.

To explore this exciting opportunity please visit or contact Cameron Morrison at emailprotected and please state the position title in the subject line of your e-mail.

About Port Saint John

Port Saint John

Port Saint John is a rapidly advancing Port striving to be a catalyst for growth recognized for community leadership. A critical piece of Canadas national supply chain the Port boasts a diverse cargo base and unparalleled optionality via three Class I Railways. By championing innovation promoting meaningful engagement and investing in infrastructure Port Saint John aims to be a safe efficient port of choice while delivering economic prosperity in New Brunswick and beyond.

Required Experience & Key Skills

• Anti Money Laundering
• Marketing & Sales
• Gas Turbine
• CNC
• Jpa

Employment Type

• Full-Time

Experience

• years

Vacancy

• 1