Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. is your key to reach your full potential.
As the leading expedited over night carrier in Western Canada, we have 24 owned and operated service centers in British Columbia, Alberta, the Yukon and Northwest Territories. With this extensive network, we are always looking for people to join our team.
With our vision of providing the best service possible, our team members are critical to our success. So, if you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we have a career for you!
If you possess vitality and passion for supporting dispatch operations, then you have the qualities we are looking for to become a valuable member of our team!
Job Summary
Reporting to Regional Manager, this position is to manage all aspects of the operational facilities and staff at our Acheson facility. Duties to include but not limited to staff selection, training and direction; time sheet processing, vendor negotiations and selection, etc.
Key Competencies:
Leadership & People Management:
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams across dock, linehaul, and P&D operations. Skilled in building accountability, fostering engagement, and maintaining a strong safety culture.
Operational Execution:
Deep understanding of LTL terminal operations including dock scheduling, trailer utilization, and local delivery routing.
Service & Quality Management:
Focused on achieving service commitments, minimizing claims and damages, and ensuring consistent customer satisfaction.
Safety & Compliance:
Strong knowledge of federal and provincial transportation regulations, hours of service, and workplace safety standards
Demonstrated ability to enforce and maintain compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.
Analytical & Problem Solving:
Skilled in identifying service failures, operational inefficiencies, and cost drivers, and implementing corrective actions quickly.
Financial & Resource Management:
Experience managing operating budgets, P&L responsibility, and performance KPIs (cost per shipment, on-time %, claims ratio, etc.).
Communication & Collaboration:
Effective communicator with frontline staff, drivers, customers, and senior leadership. Able to align terminal goals with company strategy.
Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. is your key to reach your full potential.
What a successful candidate will bring:
Transportation experience required - LTL experience preferred
Management experience required
Professional attitude in all interactions representing Overland West Freight Lines
Excellent communication skillsBasic geographical knowledge of Northern AB/BC/NWT/YT
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office software - Outlook, Excel, WordAbility to learn and operate within our in house tracking and billing software
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive wage
Comprehensive benefits package available after successful completion of probationary period including extended medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage and RPP company matching program
To apply:
Please email your resume to:
careers@overlandwest.ca
with email title -
Terminal Manager - Edmonton
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to reference and/or criminal background checks prior to employment.
Why Join Overland West Freight Lines Ltd?
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Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. provides a premier transportation network for all our customers. We put their needs first, ensuring an exceptional service experience through innovation, people, technology and cost efficiency. Our core values set us apart from the rest. We create value for our customers through on-time, damage-free, and hassle-free service daily. We provide a work environment where safety is never compromised. We lead with integrity and foster an honest, ethical, and accountable workforce. We strive for continuous improvement through innovation, technology and supporting the people we work with.
We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply.
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