Truck Dispatcher - Ottawa, Canada - R.W. Tomlinson Limited

R.W. Tomlinson Limited

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Tomlinson's Truck Dispatcher hires and places trucks on construction jobs and other sites within the Greater Ottawa Area.

The incumbent will be working in a fast-paced environment requiring the ability to be self-motivated, resilient and able to work with mínimal supervision.

Location:100 Citigate Drive

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Dispatch & Logistics:

Placing of Tomlinsonowned and external trucks 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 ticket bookings
Handles any disputes pertaining to rental tickets
Assist accounting with external truck hiring packages, billing third party vendors and ensure proper payments have been made
Inquiring and assisting with annual trucking rental rates
Assist with finances related to logistics, Fiori and SAP
Assist vendor with revenue issues

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 coworkers
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

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