Posted 5 months ago
Bilingual Dispatcher
@ Manitoulin Group of Companies
Gore Bay, Ontario
Overview
Manitoulin Group of Companies is hiring a bilingual Dispatcher for its Central Dispatch team to coordinate freight movement across its network. The role involves handling driver calls, trip planning, shipment billing and after-hours customer support on rotating 24/7 shifts. Salary is based on experience, and the posting lists benefits, profit sharing and tuition reimbursement.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate freight movement across the network
- Answer driver calls with hook-up and delay information
- Plan trips with terminal dock staff
- Handle electronic shipment billing and manifests
- Book driver hotels and issue purchase orders
Requirements summary:
- Bilingual in French and English (required)
- Strong computer skills across multiple systems
- Detail-oriented with strong multitasking skills
- Able to work under pressure in high call volume
- Comfortable spending most of the shift on the phone
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English, French |
| Perks mentioned | Tuition support, Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Manitoulin Group of Companies
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Full company description
Manitoulin Transport is a leading Canadian transportation and logistics solutions provider. As a single-source carrier, we offer a wide array of transportation services, including expedited-over-the-road LTL/TL, transborder, intermodal, private fleet, guaranteed service, temperature controlled and dangerous goods. Manitoulin leverages its extensive network to deliver services to major rural and urban areas. Our North American distribution covers more than 80 Canadian terminals and over 250 U.S. service centres. The Manitoulin network is supported by its state-of-the-art technology by providing 24/7 online shipping assistance. For more information, visit http://www.manitoulintransport.com
- LinkedIn followers
- 28,001
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,157
- Reported office locations
- 7035 Ordan Drive, Mississauga, ON L5T 1T1, CA
- 154 Hwy 540B, PO Box 390, Gore Bay, Ontario P0P1H0, CA
- Business categories
- Finance
- Biotechnology
- Other recorded names
- Manitoulin Group of Companies
- Manitoulin Transport
- Specialties
- Expedited LTL/ TL Road Service
- Rail Intermodal Service
- Transborder Service
- Private Fleet Service
- Temperature Controlled Service
- and Dangerous Goods Service
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Manitoulin Transport is a leading Canadian transportation and logistics solutions provider. As a single-source carrier, we offer a wide array of transportation services, including expedited-over-the-road LTL/TL, transborder, intermodal, private fleet, guaranteed service, temperature controlled and dangerous goods. Manitoulin leverages its extensive network to deliver services to major rural and urban areas. Our…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Truck Transportation |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Mississauga, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1960 |
| Specialties | Expedited LTL/ TL Road ServiceRail Intermodal ServiceTransborder ServicePrivate Fleet ServiceTemperature Controlled Serviceand Dangerous Goods Service |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 139 |
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Company Description
For over 60 years, Manitoulin Transport has been providing comprehensive transportation and logistics solutions to clients across North America. Our success is built on innovation, safety, and a strong dedication to reliable, on-time delivery. If you know where you’re headed, we have the training and career development opportunities to help you get there.
Job Description
Are you a master multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Manitoulin Transport is seeking a Bilingual Dispatcher to join our Central Dispatch operations team. In this critical role, you will be the heartbeat of our freight movement, coordinating logistics across our network to ensure maximum efficiency, cost-effective freight movement, service standards, and on-time performance. This is a fast-paced, high-energy, operational role where no two days look the same. Because our network runs 24/7, you’ll need the flexibility to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Central Dispatch in executing and coordinating freight movement across the network to service terminals efficiently.
- Act as the primary point of contact for drivers, consistently answering phones to provide hook-up information, departure times, delay updates, and operational support.
- Partner with terminal dock staff and managers to plan trips and determine the most efficient and cost-effective freight movement.
- Handle electronic shipment billing, manifest trailers, and strip freight from manifests as required.
- Maintain and update multiple shared Google spreadsheets.
- Coordinate and book hotel rooms for drivers and issue purchase orders as required.
- Track shipments and assist customers after hours when Customer Service is closed.
- Work effectively in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Bilingual in French and English (required).
- Strong computer skills with the ability to comfortably navigate and switch between multiple digital systems.
- Detail-oriented with strong multitasking and organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Able to work under pressure in a high-call-volume environment.
- Comfortable spending the majority of the shift on the phone.
Asset Qualifications (Not Required):
- Familiarity with the Manitoulin network and equipment.
- Knowledge of Dangerous Goods regulations.
- Knowledge of Hours of Service legislation.
Why Join Manitoulin Transport?:
This is a high-energy, operational role essential to keeping our network fluid. We offer a comprehensive training program to set you up for success, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to grow your career with an industry leader.
Additional Information
Salary based on experience
What we offer:
- Competitive Wages
- Comprehensive Benefits Program
- Profit Sharing Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
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