Supervisor, Operations Relief

Canada Post; Powell River; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Canada Post is seeking a Supervisor, Operations Relief for Powell River, BC. The role involves supervising mail delivery and processing, setting daily priorities, and ensuring safety and service standards are met on a relief basis.

You will lead teams of letter carriers and processing staff, coordinating workloads, monitoring performance, and liaising with operations to optimize mail movement while upholding Canada Post values.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or provincial equivalent (GED) or equivalent experience accepted.
• 1 year managing a team OR 2 years in a unionized environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily mail delivery and processing operations for a Local Area.
• Set priorities to meet deadlines and service commitments; monitor delivery and scanning exceptions.
• Promote safety programs; coach staff on safe practices and participate in health and safety initiatives.

Skills

Team supervision

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

High School diploma or provincial equivalent

Post-secondary degree/diploma

Job description

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Supervisor, Operations Relief

Location: Powell River, BC, CA

Job Requisition Id: 204526
Business Function: Delivery Operations
Primary City: Powell River
Other Location(s):
Province: British Columbia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Permanent
Language Requirement: English Essential
Employee Class and Level: OP 01
Number of Vacancies: 1
Position Reports To: JESSE PHILLIPS
Area of Competition: All APOC in the Pacific Region
Posting Date: 2026-10-19
Closing Date: 2026-11-02

Job Description

On a relief basis, supervises the mail delivery and mail processing operations within a Local Area. This includes the activities of letter carriers, RSMC’s and CUS assigned to deliver the mail as well as the efficient manual processing of mail on assigned shift. Acts as the “voice of the company”, sharing performance expectations, business updates and results regularly with team members.

Job Responsibilities

Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Supervisor, Operations Relief.

• For mail delivery, supervises the daily operation of a team to ensure the safe and efficient sortation, routing and delivery of mail in accordance with regulations procedures and instructions.
• For mail processing, supervises the processing of all classes of mail in a postal facility. Sets daily priorities to ensure that deadlines and service commitments are met. Monitors and follows up on delivery and scanning exceptions. Liaises with other functions in operations to ensure the efficient movement of mail.
• Promotes and implements work place safety and health programs for their work unit. Coaches and directs employees on safe work practices in order to reduce accident frequency and severity; conducts investigations, and reports and follows up on accident incidences. Addresses and resolves health and safety issues in a timely and efficient manner and may participate as a member of the local health and safety committee. Oversees the return-to-work and accommodation of employees unable to perform the full range of duties in their job.
• Supervises, coaches and provides guidance and leadership to employees, promoting a respectful environment in the workplace. Administers human resources processes such as staffing, performance management, disability management and attendance management. Resolves staff issues, including disciplinary action if required. Consults with Labour Relations and/or union representatives on the application of the terms of the collective agreement. Creates learning and knowledge transfer opportunities for assigned staff.
• Estimates workloads in order to arrange for adequate staff to be on duty, recommends and sometimes authorizes the use of overtime as required. Assigns and confirms available staff to different areas of the operation according to fluctuating mail volume. Requests additional equipment or services as required.

Job Responsibilities (continued)

• Evaluates current operational methods and procedures and recommends improvements to optimize operational efficiency. Implements changes and communicates with support groups as required.
• Conducts daily observations of employee productivity. Investigates abnormalities and works to improve performance and implement best practices in productivity. Analyzes daily productivity reports to determine problems and trends. Shares analysis and results with team.
• Maintains administrative records on volumes processed and employees’ time and leave in SAP. Performs administrative tasks related to the operation of the shift. Produces reports, resolves related data issues and performs other administrative tasks associated with a team leader role.
• Promotes good relations with external stakeholders such as bargaining unit representatives, contractors, customers and the general public.

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or provincial equivalent (GED) (Equivalent Experience may be accepted in lieu of a High School Diploma)

Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience managing a team OR Minimum 2 years’ experience working within a unionized environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., understand the major features of each software application)

Other Candidate Requirements

• Not Applicable

Assets

• Post-secondary degree/diploma

Other Information

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