Operations Manager

NES Fircroft; Town of Bonnyville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment company is seeking an Operations Manager in Bonnyville, Alberta. This full-time role involves overseeing terminal operations and managing a team in a safety-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience and knowledge of transportation regulations. Benefits include competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits, and ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive wages based on skill and experience

Comprehensive group health benefits

Tool and safety allowance

Ongoing training and education programs

Employee assistance program

Year-round work

Emphasis on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a supervisory or managerial role within the energy or transportation sector.
• Minimum 5 years of rig-moving experience.
• Strong knowledge of transportation regulations and oilfield logistics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dispatch and all aspects of terminal operations.
• Monitor departmental performance and prepare reports.
• Recruit, train, and develop personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Job description

NES Fircroft is a leading global technical recruitment company providing professional contract and permanent staff to a diverse worldwide client base within the oil & gas industry.

A valued client of ours is currently seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join their team in Bonnyville, Alberta. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated leader with a background in rig-moving and terminal operations to make a significant impact in a dynamic and safety-focused environment.

Position: Operations Manager

Type: Full-time

Location: Bonnyville, AB

Pay: Commensurate with education and experience

Job Summary

The Operations Manager will oversee the complete operation of the terminal and rig-moving activities. This role involves managing a team, fostering leadership development, and ensuring exceptional customer service to support business growth. The successful candidate will understand legislative requirements and be responsible for planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and evaluating terminal operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Oversee dispatch and all aspects of terminal operations
2. Monitor departmental performance, prepare reports for senior management, and implement schedule and policy changes
3. Recruit, train, and develop personnel
4. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to understand and meet service requirements
5. Achieve financial goals by managing expenditures, analyzing variances, and implementing corrective actions
6. Ensure a safe and clean work environment, including maintenance of equipment, facilities, and yards
7. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
8. Develop and enforce operational and personnel policies and procedures
9. Ensure accurate and timely completion of documentation (e.g., Bills of Lading, driver timesheets, Hours of Service)
10. Provide regular updates to head office on business status
11. Conduct team performance evaluations
12. Assist with incident and accident investigations

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a supervisory or managerial role within the energy or transportation sector
• Minimum 5 years of rig-moving experience
• Strong knowledge of transportation regulations, permitting processes, and oilfield logistics
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities

Benefits

• Competitive wages based on skill and experience
• Comprehensive group health benefits (including a health spending account)
• Tool and safety allowance
• Ongoing training and education programs
• Employee assistance program
• Year-round work
• Emphasis on work-life balance

Apply by email: [e-mail]

Note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.