Chief Operating Officer

Port Saint John; Saint John; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Saint John seeks a Chief Operating Officer to lead its operational and administrative functions. The role requires a strategic leader with a proven background in ports, logistics, or transportation, committed to operational excellence and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with complex operations and capital projects.
• Background in asset-intensive, safety-critical sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead all operational and administrative functions of the Port.
• Manage marine terminal operations, security, finance, and HR.
• Drive operational performance, sustainability, and community engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Management

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Financial Literacy

Technology Literacy

Community Engagement

Job description

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.

What you'll do

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, labor 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 Canada's 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.

A little bit about us

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 Canada's 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:

Chief

Key Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Create a job alert for this search