Dock Operations Lead — Drive Fleet Excellence

Midland Transport; Dieppe; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health, drug, dental & vision

RRSP matching

Employee & Family Assistance Programs

Health & Wellness reimbursements

3 weeks' paid vacation

Maternity leave top-up

Growth & progression opportunities via

Job summary

Midland Transport is seeking a Dock Supervisor based at the Dieppe Terminal. You will oversee the daily dock plan, coordinate trailer assignments, communicate with drivers, and monitor trailer readiness to ensure safe, productive, and timely operations.

The role requires leadership to coach dock staff, drive continuous improvement, and maintain efficient staffing and workflow within the terminal.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset.
• 5+ years of experience in transportation, terminal, dock, warehouse, or logistics operations.
• Strong knowledge of dock operations, freight flow, and terminal procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with AS400 is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Execute the daily dock plan to ensure the efficient movement of freight and equipment within the terminal.
• Lead, coach, and develop dock employees to achieve and exceed operational performance objectives.
• Ensure efficient staffing and execution of daily dock operations.
• Monitor freight flow, trailer departures, cubing, re-weigh compliance, and OS&D claim control.
• Coordinate trailer and door assignments, communicate with drivers, and monitor trailer readiness.
• Promote a safe, engaged, and productive work environment aligned with company policies and values.
• Drive operational excellence through employee development, coaching, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership experience

Ability to prioritize tasks

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary education in related field (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Office

AS400

Job description

Midland Transport is seeking a Dock Supervisor based at the Dieppe Terminal. You will oversee the daily dock plan, coordinate trailer assignments, communicate with drivers, and monitor trailer readiness to ensure safe, productive, and timely operations.

The role requires leadership to coach dock staff, drive continuous improvement, and maintain efficient staffing and workflow within the terminal.