Our client is seeking a Director of Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership across complex, multi-service operations within a transportation and service-based environment. This role is responsible for overseeing multiple business units, leading operational strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing performance, and fostering a strong culture of safety and accountability. The ideal candidate will bring extensive leadership experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet-based operations, along with strong operational, financial, and people management capabilities.Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability ToDevelop and execute operational strategies aligned with organizational goals and growth plansLead and support multiple departmental managers across transportation, service, and operational functionsMonitor performance through KPIs, dashboards, and reporting, and implement continuous improvement initiativesOversee transportation operations to ensure service reliability, efficiency, and customer satisfactionEnsure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and operational standardsOptimize fleet utilization, maintenance programs, and service readinessOversee garage, maintenance, and repair operations, including preventive maintenance and turnaround timesDrive cost control across labour, parts, vendor management, and capital planningLead safety programs, including incident management, risk mitigation, and compliance with occupational health and safety standardsSupport budgeting,



forecasting, and financial performance in partnership with finance leadershipBuild, coach, and develop high-performing leadership teamsFoster a strong culture focused on service excellence, safety, and continuous improvementDevelop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, regulators, and external partnersAddress escalated operational issues, incidents, and service challengesLead or support technology improvements, system optimization, and digital transformation initiativesYour strengths include:Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Transportation, or a related field10+ years of leadership experience in transportation, logistics, fleet operations, or a related industryProven ability to lead multi‑department operations and large teamsStrong knowledge of transportation operations, fleet management, and regulatory complianceExperience with safety programs, risk management, and incident responseUnderstanding of maintenance operations, including preventive maintenance and repair workflowsStrong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost controlExperience with operational systems, telematics, and data‑driven decision‑makingExcellent leadership, communication, and organizational skillsStrategic mindset with the ability to balance high-level planning and hands‑on executionAbility to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, complex operational workplace#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director Of Operations (Edmonton)
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📍 Edmonton