Laidlaw Carriers is Looking for Dispatcher Full Time

About Laidlaw Bulk

Laidlaw Carriers Bulk GP is the leader in asset and logistics transportation services of bulk materials such as salt, alloys, lime, coal, soils, waste, and metal by-products in Canada. We offer transportation across North America and pride ourselves with clean, safe, dedicated equipment for both our customers and our drivers. Being part of a larger company, TFI International, that is consistently growing through strategic acquisitions and provides endless opportunities for career growth and development within the company.

We currently have an open position for a Dispatcher

Our team is built on highly motivated and energetic individuals looking to succeed in every area of their daily task, reporting to the Director of Operations, the Dispatcher will be responsible for ensuring freight is picked up and delivered to the appropriate destination within specific timelines.

The Opportunity Role:

· Communicate with drivers to assign routes and loads based on their communication style

· Continually track the shipments to ensure all appointments are met within designated timelines.

· Communicate with internal departments such as planners, customer service, claims, compliance, maintenance

· Ensure systems such as satellite macros, ETA’s, PTA’s are followed correctly and company policies are enforced.

· Book driver delivery appointments as required

· Continually communicate with the drivers to ensure no delays.

· Ensure all dispatch equipment is checked on a daily basis.

· Ensure customers with special needs receive the correct service, including updating the information cards.

· Work with planners and maintenance to ensure there is sufficient equipment to handle the freight volumes.

· Ensure high value loads are properly secured.

· Weekly mileage targets per week is maintained

· All paperwork is turned in immediately upon delivery

· Ensure driver scorecards meet company standards

· Ensure operators know where and when to fuel

· Ensure empty miles and layovers are kept to a minimum

· Ensure all accessorial are paid and billed accordingly

· Ensure bobtails are kept to a minimum

· Manage M Capture usage

· Day to day management of drivers, discipline and document when required

Candidate Profile:

· Minimum 2 years working in operations within the transportation industry.

· Good knowledge of designated geographical areas, including highway regulations.

· Good keyboarding skills.

· Ability to operate dispatch computer system.

· Ability to work under pressure and handle changing demands.

· Sound judgement skills, including ability to prioritize workload and formulate decisions.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills.

· Ability to build and maintain strong client relations.

· Strong interpersonal skills.

· Self-motivated and team oriented.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London, ON N6L 1H8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• dispatching: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-04-14