Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Why You Should Choose SOUTHLAND

SOUTHLAND Transportation is seeking a dedicated Operations Manager to join our dynamic team! We are an employee-focused organization that values its people and offers room for advancement. We offer a competitive remuneration package, comprehensive benefits and a leadership position which is both exciting and allows for work-life balance.

MANAGER - Job Description

The manager role is a hands-on position that requires a strong knowledge of transportation and the geographic area; the primary business is school busing. The Manager is required to oversee the operations, safety, training and maintenance of the operation.

Principal duties and responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership and direction to key departments: Operations, Safety, Training and Maintenance
• Maintain awareness of current industry trends and changes
• Assist in the development of operational budgets and forecasts
• Investigate and initiate change to improve operations systems and procedures
• Recruit, manage, supervise and direct personnel
• Supervise and delegate responsibilities of personnel, ensuring all routes are covered in the most equitable and efficient manner
• Assist with driver performance issues by supervising and supporting the training officer
• Work closely with the maintenance department to ensure adequate numbers and sizes of units are available to cover all routes
• Oversee fleet maintenance needs and initiate immediate repair
• Set-up and input data for driver payroll
• Prepare monthly billing
• Host safety meetings
• Meet monthly with Drivers’ Reps to discuss issues brought up by drivers
• Handle public and driver inquiries, hostile or complimentary, demonstrating empathy, and professionalism
• Represent the company at school board meetings, and with the media
• Establish and maintain relationships with current and future clients
• Network and volunteer in the community and industry to acquire business contacts and establish relationships
• Adhere to company Core Values, and achieve its Strategic Goals

Required Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with emphasis on Management; or equivalent experience
• Exceptional organizational, analytic problem solving and diplomacy skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally while exhibiting confidentiality and diplomacy
• Knowledge of WCB and Occupational Health & Safety regulations
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial statements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Desired Qualifications

• 3+ years operations and management experience with strength in decision making
• Familiarity with transportation sector
• Expertise in organizational planning
• Knowledge of provincial and federal laws & regulations pertaining to industry requirements

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Humboldt, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person