Company Summary

National Container Group NCG is a transportation company operating out of Abbotsford, British Columbia that serves businesses across the lower mainland. We provide our loyal clientele with secure and reliable transportation services. Our team of efficient and qualified truck drivers are integral to the success of our business.

 

Company Operating Name:  National Container Group NCG

Business Address:

2960 Evergreen St Abbotsford, British Columbia V2T 2S4, Canada

 

Job Summary

We are a growing Transportation company seeking an experienced General Transportation Manager to execute, direct and oversee the transportation operations of our company. We require someone with a good background who has extensive experience as a supervisor and operator in particular transport modes. Our ideal candidate has strong leadership, multitasking and negotiating skills.

 

Job Title: General Transportation Manager

No. of Positions: 1

Job Description and Duties:

• Establish and implement policies and standards for the transportation and storage of goods
• Organize, direct, manage and evaluate the operations of our transportation company
• Control our departmental budget while also monitoring and evaluating rates and revenue
• Ensures that staff is effectively managing day to day delivery activities, including but not limited to adherence to all company policies, adherence to planned routes, and providing safe and efficient customer service.
• Overview the dispatch, maintenance and service of all vehicles
• Monitor company activities, prepare reports and plan for changes to schedules and policies
• Maintains on-going interaction and keep open communication channels with staff by answering questions and explaining policies and procedures while also monitoring associate morale and submits and respond to ideas to improve associate engagement and enablement

• Set performance goals and set operations policies and standards that help determine the safety procedures for the handling of dangerous goods, and ensures compliance with transport regulations

• Recruit personnel and oversee the staff training for them

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time, Long Term

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

 

Wages:  $50.00 per hour

 

Overtime: One and one-half times the regular wage rate as per provincial regulations

 

 

Benefits Package:

• Insurance from Workplace Safety and Insurance Board covered by employer
• Vacation pay as per provincial regulations will be paid each payday on a semi-monthly basis

 

Location of Work:

2960 Evergreen St Abbotsford, British Columbia V2T 2S4, Canada

 

Anticipated Start Date of Employment:  As soon as possible

Education, Experience and Language Requirements:

• Completion of Secondary School is required
• A Bachelors’ Degree in Business Administration is an asset but not a condition of employment
• Five or more years of related experience as a supervisor and operator in road transport operations which may substitute for formal education
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills

 

 

Additional Skills and Other Requirements:

• Works well in teams and has good interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Reliable and organized
• Works well under pressure
• Flexibility and good judgement
• Highly organized and efficient
• Courteous and professional
• Adaptable and a quick learner
• Must be available for all hours of operation including overtime and weekend work as required

Preference given to applicants who are Canadian Citizens, Canadian Permanent Residents, New Immigrants, Indigenous Persons / Aboriginals, Visible Minorities, Vulnerable Youth, Persons with Disabilities.

If this opportunity interests you, and you meet all of the above requirements, please submit your resume and a cover letter by email at simran@ncgcanada.com or by mail at 2960 Evergreen St Abbotsford, British Columbia V2T 2S4, Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.