NOC 14405 - Transportation route and crew schedulers

Gtrworldwide; Regina; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Growth opportunities

Training support

Job summary

GTR Worldwide in Canada is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher to coordinate and optimize routes and crew schedules, ensuring timely and cost-efficient operations. You will communicate with drivers and field staff, monitor real-time operations, and generate routine performance reports.

This role requires a secondary diploma and at least 1 year of scheduling experience, with strong communication and flexibility for varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Route planning and crew scheduling experience.
• Proficiency with scheduling or dispatch software and spreadsheet applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for directing personnel and liaising with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adjust daily and weekly route plans and crew assignments to meet service requirements and operational constraints.
• Communicate schedule changes and dispatch information to drivers, crew members, and supervisors via phone, email, or dispatch systems.
• Monitor real-time operations to identify delays, disruptions, and resource shortages, and implement contingency plans.
• Maintain accurate scheduling records, manifests, and logs; prepare routine reports on utilization and performance metrics.
• Coordinate with maintenance, operations, and customer service to align crew availability with vehicle readiness and demand.
• Analyze route efficiency and crew utilization data to recommend improvements and cost-saving measures.

Skills

Route planning and crew scheduling

Dispatch/scheduling systems

Real-time problem solving

Clear verbal and written communication

Time management

Data analysis and reporting

Education

Secondary school diploma

Post-secondary education in logistics or business

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

Job Summary

Coordinate and optimize routes and crew schedules to support timely and cost-effective transportation operations. Communicate with field staff and stakeholders to resolve conflicts and maintain service levels.

Number of Positions

3

Main Duties

• Develop and adjust daily and weekly route plans and crew assignments to meet service requirements and operational constraints.
• Communicate schedule changes and dispatch information to drivers, crew members, and supervisors via phone, email, or dispatch systems.
• Monitor real-time operations to identify delays, disruptions, and resource shortages, and implement contingency plans.
• Maintain accurate scheduling records, manifests, and logs; prepare routine reports on utilization and performance metrics.
• Coordinate with maintenance, operations, and customer service to align crew availability with vehicle readiness and demand.
• Analyze route efficiency and crew utilization data to recommend improvements and cost-saving measures.

Requirements

Secondary school diploma; post-secondary education in logistics, business, or a related field is an asset. Minimum one year of experience in scheduling, dispatch, or transportation coordination. Proficiency with scheduling or dispatch software and spreadsheet applications. Strong verbal and written communication skills for directing personnel and liaising with stakeholders. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts as operational needs require. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure.

Required Skills

• Route planning and crew scheduling
• Use of dispatch/scheduling systems and Microsoft Excel
• Real-time problem solving and decision making
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Time management and multitasking
• Data analysis and basic reporting

Benefits

• Benefits include competitive wages, supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, training support, and other employer-specific benefits depending on the position and location.

About GTR Worldwide

We are a Canadian immigration, recruitment, and settlement company based in Canada, with multiple branches across the globe. We support clients who have decided to relocate to the land of opportunities by offering services related to employment, education, immigration, recruitment, and settlement. At GTR Worldwide, we aim to provide professional Canada visa consultancy and recruitment support to help newcomers feel informed, prepared, and confident. We assist a wide range of clients and agents from around the world and work to build their strengths and confidence so they can pursue opportunities in Canada.