Dispatcher - Contract

3 days ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Tomlinson Group Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Tomlinson's Truck Dispatcher hires and places trucks on construction jobs and other sites within the Southeastern Ontario area. The incumbent will work in a fast pace and ever changing environment requiring the ability to be resilient, self-motivating and able to work with minimal supervision.  

This is a contract role until September 2026. 

Location: 100 Citigate Drive 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Dispatch & Logistics:

  • Placing of Tomlinson-owned and external trucks/equipment on various sites
  • Collaborate with operations managers, superintendents, foremen and others to ensure resources are distributed accordingly; attend daily meeting
  • Coordinates with scale attendants and sales team on trucking operations and needs
  • Helps with haul rates when required

Accounting:

  • Reviews and approves rental timesheets
  • Handles any disputes pertaining to timesheets
  • Assist accounting with external truck hiring packages and vendor set-up
  • Inquiring and assisting with annual trucking rental rates
  • Assist with finances related to logistics, Fiori, TREAD and SAP

Other:

  • Ensure successful hand off to other team member
  • Helps with questions from field staff  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Must be comfortable working in a digital environment
  • Must be open minded and a forward thinker; adapt to curve balls and changes
  • Strong Organizational Skills with demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks while maintaining composure under pressure
  • Demonstrate problem solving, trouble shooting and negotiating skills
  • Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with customers and co-workers
  • Ability to work flexible schedule, long hours and be on call every second weekend
  • Work collaboratively as a team player and have the ability to work independently
  • Some travel to job sites may be required
  • Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Strong technology skills is a must, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and SAP
  • Familiarity of the transportation and logistics industries including dispatching equipment, crews, labour and materials considered an asset
  • Construction experience or proven knowledge considered an asset; Understanding of weights and measurements
  • Bilingual in French considered an asset

TOMLINSON OFFERS: 

  • Competitive wages
  • Bonus programs
  • Employer paid health and dental benefits
  • Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
  • Retirement benefits program
  • Family-oriented team environment
  • Employee discounts and other rewards programs

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