head dispatcher

DART TRANSPORT LTD.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Edmonton is seeking a logistics coordinator with experience in operational planning and task organization. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and have strong supervisory skills. Responsibilities include organizing logistics, training staff, and ensuring operational efficiency. This dynamic role offers opportunities to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a focus on achieving positive outcomes.

Benefits

Free parking available

Parking available

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in logistics or related field.
• High school graduation certificate required.
• Ability to supervise a team of 11-15 people.

Responsibilities

• Develop and organize operational logistics for the organization.
• Train workers in duties and policies and conduct performance reviews.
• Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments.

Skills

Client focus

Flexibility

Judgement

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Dispatch management service software

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Transportation

Tasks

• Develop specific plans to prioritize
• Organize tasks to accomplish the work
• Plan and organize operational logistics of the organization
• Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments
• Prepare and submit reports
• Ensure smooth operation of computer equipment and machinery
• Arrange for maintenance and repair work
• Train workers in duties and policies
• Conduct performance reviews
• Co-ordinate, assign and review work

Supervision

• 11-15 people

Computer and technology knowledge

• Dispatch management service software
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years
• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available