Dock Supervisor - Nights

Armour Transportation Group; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Armour Transportation Systems in St. John's, NL is seeking a reliable Dock Supervisor to oversee nightly shipping and receiving operations. You will lead dock staff, coordinate inbound and outbound freight, ensure accurate documentation, and enforce safety policies to support on-time deliveries.

This role requires 2–5+ years of warehouse or dock experience with supervisory responsibilities. Strong leadership and communication skills, forklift operation (certification a plus), and the ability to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5+ years of warehouse or dock experience.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of shipping/receiving procedures.
• Ability to operate forklifts (certification an asset).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead dock workers during loading and unloading
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments efficiently
• Ensure accuracy of shipments and proper documentation
• Maintain a safe working environment and enforce safety policies
• Schedule shifts and assign daily tasks to staff
• Communicate with drivers, warehouse staff, and management
• Monitor productivity and resolve operational issues
• Train new employees on procedures and equipment use
• Maintain clean and organized work environment
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Forklift operation

Supervisory experience

Shipping/receiving procedures

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Dock Supervisor to oversee daily shipping and receiving operations. This role is essential to ensuring the efficient movement of freight within our terminal, supporting on-time deliveries and overall operational success.

Location: St John's, NL

Schedule: Nights, Sunday to Thursday from 6:00pm to 4:00am

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead dock workers during loading and unloading
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments efficiently
• Ensure accuracy of shipments and proper documentation
• Maintain a safe working environment and enforce safety policies
• Schedule shifts and assign daily tasks to staff
• Communicate with drivers, warehouse staff, and management
• Monitor productivity and resolve operational issues
• Train new employees on procedures and equipment use
• Maintain clean and organized work environment
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors

What you bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2–5+ years of warehouse or dock experience
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of shipping/receiving procedures
• Ability to operate forklifts (certification an asset)
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

About us:

Armour Transportation Systems has been connecting communities and businesses across Eastern Canada for generations. Built on a strong foundation of family values, Armour has grown into a trusted transportation and logistics company with a robust terminal network from Ontario through Atlantic Canada.

Our success is driven by the dedication of our people, a commitment to safety, and a focus on delivering reliable, customer-focused solutions. This approach has earned Armour national recognition as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a Top Fleet Employer.

In 2021, Armour became part of the Seaboard Transport Group of Companies, which is committed to preserving Armour’s legacy while continuing to invest in our people, our culture, and our future.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.