general manager, trucking company

Government of Canada; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a motivated individual for a leadership role involving the allocation of resources, coordination across departments, and establishing policies. The ideal candidate will have college education, communication skills, and experience working in fast-paced environments. This position requires the ability to thrive under pressure with a strong attention to detail. The role is on-site with no remote work option.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Allocate material, human and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs.
• Authorize and organize the establishment of major departments and associated senior staff positions.
• Co-ordinate the work of regions, divisions or departments.
• Establish financial and administrative controls; formulate and approve promotional campaigns; and approve overall human resources planning.
• Establish objectives for the organization and formulate or approve policies and programs.
• Represent the organization in negotiations or other official functions.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Interpersonal awareness

Team player

Education

College/CEGEP

Tools

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Office

MS Outlook

MS Word

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Allocate material, human and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs
• Authorize and organize the establishment of major departments and associated senior staff positions
• Co-ordinate the work of regions, divisions or departments
• Establish financial and administrative controls; formulate and approve promotional campaigns; and approve overall human resources planning
• Establish objectives for the organization and formulate or approve policies and programs
• Represent the organization, or delegate representatives to act on behalf of the organization, in negotiations or other official functions
• Select middle managers, directors or other executive staff; delegate the necessary authority to them and create optimum working conditions

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS Word

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Team player