Join us in enabling trade through Canada's largest port
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is an arm’s-length federal agency responsible for the shared stewardship of the lands and waters that make up the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port. Our mandate, as outlined in the Canada Marine Act , is to enable Canada’s trade objectives on behalf of all Canadians, ensuring the safe movement of goods through the Port of Vancouver while protecting the environment and considering local communities.
As an organization with a significant impact on communities and businesses across Canada, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. We strive to create a workplace that mirrors the richness of our community, empowering all employees to achieve their full potential.
The logistics coordinator, land supports the planning and coordination of port operational activities specific to traffic management within VFPA’s jurisdiction during container terminal day and night gates. Other key responsibilities include information gathering and interpretation, anticipating emerging issues, taking or recommending proactive action and alerting the operations coordinator on shift to emerging security issues. Depending on operational needs, the logistics coordinator, Land provides assistance in the VFPA Operations Centeras dictated by container terminal operations.
What you do:
- Coordinates port truck staging operations to ensure fluidity on the port roads and the roads leading up to the port
- Works with a variety of technical CCTV and other monitoring systems typical in an Operations Centre environment.
- Develops and maintains effective relationships with VFPA security patrollers.
- Escalates emerging security issues per the established chain of command.
- Supports the planning and coordination of port operations activities in conformity with port practices and procedures, adopting a holistic approach which encompasses aspects of safety and security and environmental protection.
- Coordinates communication with internal and external customers on the phone and in writing in response to operational issues. Processes and prioritizes calls depending on operational requirements.
- Uses Twitter, GPS Dashboard, DMS Boards and Port App to communicate access and incident messages.
- Develops and maintains effective relationships with stakeholders and customers.
- Produces reports, updates and disseminates information as required.
- Gathers and interprets operational intelligence, anticipating emerging issues and taking or recommending proactive action.
- Performs other assigned duties as required.
What you bring:
High school graduate with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in operations and/or logistics along with experience in security, safety and emergency incidents and issues. Experience with truck staging is required. Must be able to perform analysis of operational data and have good problem solving skills. Must be able to work under pressure and demonstrate the ability to use good judgment, make decisions, show initiative and take responsibility for situations when required. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external contacts. A customer service, results orientated approach.
What we offer:
- Market-competitive base salaries and variable incentive plan
- Earned time off program
- Paid vacation and personal care leave
- Learning, development, and advancement opportunities
- Onsite gym with towel service in a national landmark in the heart of Vancouver’s waterfront
- Friendly, unique, and respectful workplace
- Generous and inclusive benefits offering including retirement benefits plan
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Job type: Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Casual
Working environment: Occasional outdoor exposure to a terminal operations environment.
- This position is required to provide scheduled vacation and time-off coverage for both of the following positions:
- Logistics Coordinator, Land – Evenings
- Monday to Friday, 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm; and
- Land Logistics Traffic Coordinator
- Tuesday to Saturday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
MARINE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY CLEARANCE
The incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Marine Transportation Security Clearance as this position is required to access restricted areas/information as defined by the Marine Transportation Security Regulations.
This is Canadian-based employment, and all employees are expected to maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. Applicants advancing in the hiring process may be subject to technical assignments, psychometric assessments, and/or background checks, including but not limited to criminal record, credit, and/or reference checks.
At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we are dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity of our port community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation can be provided in the selection process and while working with the port authority. If you require assistance with applying to our openings or are seeking accommodations to apply in an alternative format, please contact us at [email protected]. We are committed to supporting your needs and will do our best to provide the necessary assistance.
We recognize and acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territories of the x ʷməθk ʷəy ̓əm (Musqueam), S ḵwx ̱w ú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwəta ɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. To learn more about our First Nation relations and commitment to reconciliation, please visit our website .
