Our growing Etobicoke client who is a leader in Distribution is looking for a Transportation Shunt Manager / Yard Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years related experience in a managerial capacity. YOU MUST HAVE MANAGERIAL EXPERIENCE AS A SHUNT MANAGER / YARD MANAGER TO BE CONSIDERED. YOU MUST ALSO HAVE YOUR AZ LICENSE TO ASSIST IN THE YARD WHEN NEEDED.
Responsibilities
Manage, direct and align the customer yard shunt operations while acting as a liaison between the shunt team operation and customer’s management.
Manage the shunt operations and activities ensuring efficient yard flow is maintained within the designated areas at customer yard/site.
Effectively manage and regularly monitor the performance of shunt driving team, address any issues that may arise, ensure they are trained and meeting required standards during shunt truck operations.
Work directly with customer’s management team to communicate and resolve shunt operations related issues.
Work collaboratively and communicate with the transportation operations and safety team to meet customer requirements/demands.
Complete and submit pertinent documentation and activity reports.
Manage the movement of trailers in the yard, ensuring compliance and safety regulations and proper maintenance.
Maintain accurate records of equipment in the yard.
Regularly inspect the yard to ensure all equipment are in good working order.
Plan and schedule equipment repairs as required.
Complete safety assessments and report potential hazards and any damages or safety related issues to safety department.
Enforce safety protocols and ensure all employees are trained on proper procedures.
May perform shunt driving duties.
May conduct reefer checks.
You will oversee a team of 14 shunt and truck drivers.
This position is not limited to the above and can be modified and expanded as required.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years’ experience of management in transportation and distribution centre yard operations.
Knowledge of specialized yard equipment; shunt trucks and trailers.
A/Z license required.
Safe driving record, clean CVOR and abstract.
Criminal Record Check and Reference Checks.
High pressure position. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
Strong leadership skills and be able to motivate and manage a team of yard workers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Computer knowledge – familiar with technologies and equipment used in the yard.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be versatile to work schedule based on business operations needs.