Dispatch, Safety, Maintenance, and Operations Support Person

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Northern Plains Transport Ltd. is an innovative leader in selling, marketing, and distributing petroleum products, equipment, and supplies to industrial, commercial, agricultural, and retail customers in Canada.

ROLE :

This position works within Northern Plains Transport, and third-party data management systems supporting our Dispatch, Safety, Maintenance, and Operations teams. Personnel work on rotating shifts providing coverage 7 days per week. The work shift is 12 hours per day 07 : 00 – 19 : 00, with 1 hour for lunch. There is a requirement for on-call availability with the dispatch cell phone during the off-duty hours while on shift cycle.

RESPONSIBILITIES : Maintenance :

Monitor and update the automated Fleet Maintenance System

Review automated Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports, identify maintenance & repair items reported by the drivers.

Other Duties as assigned.

Safety - HS&E :

Monitor and update the automated Driver Qualification System

Monitor the Driver Daily Log portal to identify non-compliance with regulatory standards. Work with the drivers in a supportive role to assist them with maintaining compliance.

Other Duties as assigned.

Operations :

Daily communication with internal and external customers

Provide support and direction to driving staff.

Provide support to the production team as needed, this may include lifting or moving items weighing up to 20Kg.

Other Duties as assigned.

Dispatcher :

Receive and dispatch orders from internal and external customers.

Prioritize deliveries according to urgency, importance, and delivery routing.

Use the phone or computer to dispatch drivers, equipment, and or response personnel to proper locations.

Monitor the routes and status of delivery units.

Provide drivers with real-time information about orders, traffic, weather, and highway conditions.

Enter data in computer system software, and record calls, activities, and other information.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS :

Proficient in English, (oral, and written) ability to communicate in Bengali, Tagalog, or Hindi would be an asset.

Proven experience as a petroleum dispatcher or similar position within the trucking industry.

Experience working with transportation software applications specifically, Motive, Office Track, and Carriers Edge.

Tech-savvy with the ability to learn third party data systems.

Understanding of equipment maintenance terminology and maintenance requirements.

Accurate typing with experience in data entry and attention to detail.

Outstanding organizational skills.

Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Active listener with excellent communication skills.

Sound judgement and critical thinking.

Self-motivated and a team player.

High School Diploma or Post Secondary degree.

This is a safety sensitive position, requiring pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

Valid Class 5 Driver License, Class 1 licence would be an asset.

CORE VALUES OF OUR TEAM MEMBERS :

All employees are committed to the core values of Northern Plains Transport Ltd.

Integrity & Accountability

Flexibility & Adaptability

Proactive Learning

Benefits :

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Extended Health Care, Life Insurance, Employee and Family Assistance, Flexible Work Shift, On-site parking, Employee appreciation events.

HOW TO APPLY :

Internal candidates may apply directly to the Operations Manager.

External candidates please submit a cover letter & resume to the following e-mail address  [email protected]

Northern Plains Transport Ltd. thanks all who apply, however, only those applicants who meet the above Qualifications and Skills will be considered for this position.

Northern Plains Transport’s Mission  is to provide innovative solutions, deliver superior products, and provide exceptional service to our customers.

Northern Plains Transport’s Vision  is to be our customers’ most valued and trusted business partner.

We offer our employees the opportunity to gain experience personally and professionally, while contributing to the success of our organization.

Northern Plains Transport Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.