Vanterm Yard Planner

GCT is the operator of the largest container terminal in the country and one of the largest employers in the maritime sector. We are the major entry point for international trade in Canada, totaling over $2 billion in economic output each year. Operating on the West Coast for over a hundred years, with the support of our people, we played a major role in the development of the Asia Pacific Gateway. We offer rewarding opportunities for team-oriented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment that are accountable, innovative, and driven to achieve challenging goals. We have an opportunity for a Vanterm Yard Planner within our Yard Planning Department. This is a unionized position represented by ILWU Local 502.

**Duties**

Reporting to the Manager, Terminal Planning, you will be responsible for the allocation of containers arriving on the terminal via truck, rail or vessel, in cooperation with other departments using a Terminal Operating System and other tools as required. The goal of this position is to allocate resources so that productivity and customer service are maximized.

Duties include but are not limited to:

- Creating allocations for empty containers arriving via rail, truck and vessel.
- Allocating Export & Import loads from the rail, gate and vessel.
- Planning traffic to and from the rail, yard, vessel and gate to avoid congestion and facilitate efficient operations.
- Making consolidations to maximize space in the terminal.
- Assigning empty containers for vessel loading in accordance to request and requirements of the SSL.
- Inter-departmental communication.
- Complete additional duties as required.

Job Descriptions are intended to describe only the principal duties and responsibilities of a position. They are not meant to be either an inclusive or exclusive list of all work, tasks and functions of any particular job.

**Qualifications**

You bring the following knowledge and experience:

- High school graduation required and a diploma in Logistics, Transportation or Shipping is preferred.
- Two (2) years of relevant and related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures with attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated sound analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated organizational skills including the ability to multi-task prioritize and work under pressure in order to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated sound verbal communication skills including telephone call-handling skills and the ability to respond to difficult or demanding situations with tact and diplomacy.
- Demonstrated courteous, professional manner in dealing with internal and external contacts and customers, including positive interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to keyboard at an intermediate level.
- Knowledge of yard and marine terminal / operations environment an asset.

In addition, you must be able to work assigned shifts and days of the week required to support a 24/7 operation. Overtime may be required. Also, a valid Transportation Security Clearance (“TSC”) is required for this role.

**Leadership Practices**

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Encourage the Heart - Leaders recognize contributions by showing appreciation for individual excellence. They also celebrate values and victories by creating spirit of community.

**To Apply**

**POSTING OPENS: September 29, 2025**

**POSTING CLOSES: October 13, 2025**

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