Dispatch Coordinator, Winter Road

2 weeks ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Rio Tinto Full time

Dispatch Coordinator, Winter Road (x6)

  • Progress your career with the Diavik Diamond Mine team.
  • Temporary fixed-term role based at the Lac de Gras Mine Site.
  • Working a 3 week on / 1 week off rotation that may include overtime.
  • Project period is from late January 2025 to early April 2025.

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for Dispatch Coordinators (from late January end of March 2025) for the winter road project who will be responsible for processing all inbound and outbound winter road paperwork, monitor and record data into JVWRS tracking system, notify support services and warehouse of incoming freight and coordinate the movement of winter road trucks with the Field Marshalls.

Reporting to the Superintendent, Logistics, this role is accountable to ensure business systems data is being effectively maintained You will be located at the Lac de Gras Mine site, working on a 3 weeks on / 1 week off rotational schedule. Target project duration is from late January 2025 to end of March 2025.

You will be responsible for:

  • Processing truck drivers in queue for off-loading.
  • Directing truck drivers to lounge and south camp access for meals/rest and overnight stay.
  • Recording accurate data into trip tickets and carrier documents and monitoring and recording data into JVWRS tracking system.
  • Providing information to warehouse shift supervisors, support services, contractors and carriers.
  • Coordinating truck/freight movement with Field Marshallers and support services.
  • Ensuring that clear, accurate and timely reporting is achieved and maintained.
  • Working and promoting safety within the winter road environment by:
    • Immediately reporting all incidents and accidents to your immediate supervisor
    • Fostering and developing a safety culture within dispatch
    • Promoting a respectful workplace
    • Identifying safety concerns to the crew and engage the crew on how to manage these risks
    • Adhering to all safety standards and policies, and
    • Participating in the daily toolbox meeting.

What you'll bring

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

  • Grade 12 education or higher.
  • Minimum 2 years' administrative experience with a demonstrated advancement of responsibility.
  • Experience using a 2-way radio.
  • Good computer skills with a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • A strong commitment to safety.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently in a results-oriented environment.
  • Excellent oral, written and active listening skills.
  • Ability to work in high stress situations and resolve issues.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability and experience to work effectively with peoples from different cultures.
  • Possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrates a dedication to the company and the position and be committed to positive health, safety, environment and quality practices.
  • Respectful, self-motivated, disciplined and understands the necessity for confidentiality in all business and personal matters.

Northern residency and experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the North, are assets. Hiring priority will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the DDMI Participation Agreement Groups and to qualified applicants residing in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Territories. Members must clearly identify their status on the online job application and resume if they wish to receive priority consideration.

What we offer

Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you've helped the world progress.

At Rio Tinto, we offer a competitive reward package that reflects the value that each person brings to our business. As part of our pay philosophy, we believe equity represents fairness, and is rooted in our values and aligns with what we stand for.

  • A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
  • Career development to further your technical or leadership ambitions.
  • Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical programs, pension and savings plans.
  • Attractive share ownership plan.
  • Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave.)

Where you'll be working

Located in the Northwest Territories of Canada, the Diavik Diamond Mine is a producer of gem-quality diamonds. At Diavik, a strong focus is placed on protecting the local environment, as well as supporting communities through employment and education.

Every Voice Matters

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA2 community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome - they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.

Working at Rio Tinto also means choosing to be part of a company designated as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023 for a 4th consecutive year. For more information, click here:

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