Coordinator / Foreman

The transportation coordinator or foreman supervises and coordinates the work of drivers. They work for a trucking company.

Job Description

  • Supervise, coordinate and plan the activities of truck driving personnel
  • Establish work methods to meet deadlines and coordinate activities with other departments
  • Resolve work-related problems and recommend measures to improve performance
  • Order materials and supplies
  • Train workers on their tasks, safety standards and company policies
  • Recommend personnel management measures, such as hiring and promotions
  • Write reports, prepare budgets and monitor expenses

Job Characteristics

Annual salary

Between 33 280 $ and 70 720 $

Job opportunities

Given the expected trend in labor demand and the unemployment situation at the start of the period, the outlook for integration into the job market will be good.

Training

  • Diplôme d’études professionnelles en transport par camion (615 hours), giving access to a class 1 licence
  • Transportation logistics technician

Ideal profile

  • Motivated by problem solving
  • Interest in road transport regulations
  • Knowledge of computer tools
  • Strong interest in action, dynamic environments, movement and change

Prerequisites

  • High school graduate

    OR :
  • DEC candidates must have successfully completed Technico-sciences or Sciences naturelles
  • Secondary 5 or Math 068-526 before the second year of the program
  • Mathematics, Technico-sciences sequence (064406 or 064426) or Natural Sciences sequence (065406 or 065426) in Secondary 4
  • Mathematics, Technico-sciences sequence (064506) or Natural Sciences sequence (065506) in Secondary 5

    AND :
  • Several years’ experience as a driver may be required

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