Planner

Midland Transport; Dieppe; In loco; CAD 52.000 - 76.000; Tempo pieno

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Health plan

RRSP matching

Employee & Family Assistance Programs

Wellness reimbursements

3 weeks paid vacation

Free parking

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Midland Transport is seeking a Planner to report to the Night Linehaul Supervisor at our Head Office. You will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a “Can Do” attitude, planning a group of drivers and owner-operators to optimize mileage and service levels.

You will communicate with customers to set up loads, work with dispatchers, and help drive weekly and monthly financial results. We value safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement across our transportation network.

Competenze

• High School diploma with a Community College certificate or equivalent.
• Two years dispatch experience, preferably in a planning role.
• AS400 and multiple equipment dispatching experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Plan an assigned group of owner-operators and company drivers.
• Balance fleet miles and monitor performance to meet targets.
• Communicate with customers to set up and move loads.
• Coordinate with dispatchers and other departments to finalize orders.
• Participate in weekly/monthly/annual financial results.

Conoscenze

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Formazione

High School diploma with a Community College certificate

Strumenti

AS400

Dispatch software

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Job DescriptionMidland Transport is currently seeking a

Job DescriptionMidland Transport is currently seeking a Planner, reporting to the Night Linehaul Supervisor at the Head Office. The selected candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a “Can Do” attitude.

Benefits To Joining Midland:

• A dynamic, safe, and rewarding work environment
• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
• RRSP matching program
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• 3 weeks' paid vacation
• Free parking, an onsite fitness center open 24/7, and an onsite cafeteria
• Maternity leave top-up program
• Growth and progression opportunities within Midland Transport and large network of the JD Irving group of companies

Responsibilities

• Plan an assigned group of owner-operators and company drivers
• Monitor and balance fleet miles among all units
• Plan to meet specific mileage targets
• Communicate with customers to set up loads
• Work directly with customers to set up the movement of loads
• Help out shift dispatchers
• Enter, update, issue, and finalize purchase orders;
• Resolve driver issues
• Work with Pricing, Credit, Billing, and other departments
• Shared responsibility for weekly, monthly, and yearly financial results
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma with a Community College certificate (up to one (1) year) in a related field or equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years experience dispatch preferably in a planning role
• Two (2) years AS400 and multiple equipment dispatching preferred
• Strong multi-tasking and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work with all levels within the organization

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make your accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

At Midland, we’re not just moving freight — we’re building the next generation of transportation. We’ve been one of the most trusted carriers in Canada and the United States for over 55 years. We are driven by superior quality service, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We’re investing in technology to deliver measurable customer-focused solutions, and we’re also committed to sustainability and growth.

Joining Midland means becoming part of a dynamic company that values safety, continuous improvement, and results. Our employees are the driving force behind our success, and we’re proud to foster a workplace where talent thrives, ideas are valued, and careers are built for the long haul. Whether on the road or in a service centre or office, every Midland employee helps build lasting relationships with our customers. We’re looking for motivated and skilled people who want to contribute to our high-performing team and be part of a business that is growing, evolving, and setting the standard in transportation and logistics.

Let’s drive success together.