Dispatcher - Nights
Armour Transportation Systems is an award-winning, world-class transportation and logistics company. We are a Platinum member of Canada's Best Managed Companies and a Top Fleet Employer.
Founded in the early 1930s, Armour Transportation Systems has grown to be one of the largest trucking carriers in Canada, with 26 terminals, 4,000 pieces of equipment, nine maintenance facilities, over 750,000 square feet of warehouse space, and more than 2,000 team members.
Our vision is to be the dominant gateway between Atlantic Canada and the world, realizing profitable growth through leading transportation and logistics solutions, global partnerships, exceptional employees, and strategic acquisitions.
Position Overview: Armour Transportation is seeking a dedicated Dispatcher to join our team for night shifts at our St. John’s, NL location. As a Dispatcher, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth movement of equipment and freight while maintaining clear communication with drivers and internal teams.
Schedule: Thursday, Friday, Saturday | 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with departments, terminals, and customers to eliminate barriers in the movement of equipment and freight.
- Communicate effectively with drivers, ensuring they have the necessary paperwork and information to complete their tasks successfully.
- Support internal teams by addressing special circumstances and ensuring planning and revenue considerations are accounted for.
- Additional terminal specific duties as required.
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications:
- Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and capable of making analytical decisions.
- Proven leadership skills, with the ability to guide and communicate effectively with groups.
- Analytical problem-solving skills, including the ability to negotiate win-win solutions.
Key Skills:
- Familiarity with the Truck Mate system is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with the ability to create reports using Word and Excel.
- Strong typing and computer skills.
Working Conditions:
- Fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work varying shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours when needed.
- High volume of communication with customers and drivers via email, satellite, and phone.
Why Join Armour?
At Armour Transportation Systems, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety and professional growth. As a Driver Trainer, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the success and development of our drivers while ensuring compliance and excellence in all operations.
If you’re passionate about safety, skilled in driver education, and ready to contribute to a leading transportation company, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now to join our team and drive your career forward!
Employment Equity
Armour Transportation Systems is committed to the principles of employment equity. The purpose of employment equity is to ensure that no person is denied employment opportunities or benefits for reasons unrelated to ability.
Armour Transportation Systems welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, African Canadians and other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, and women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your expression of interest for this position.
For candidates who require accommodation for disabilities through the application and hiring process, please contact us at hiring@armour.ca or 506-857-0205 to access support.
Armour Transportation Systems has adopted Good Manufacturing Practices and a Quality Management Program to guide and improve our daily operations. All employees will be trained on these programs through our online training platform.