Posted 3 months ago
Driver Supervisor
@ Farm Boy Inc.
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Farm Boy Inc. is hiring a full-time Driver Supervisor to lead the driving team that prepares and delivers products to its retail stores. The role covers safe, compliant driving operations, team supervision, shipping and receiving records, and training. The posting requires a valid Class 1 or A licence and 2 years of driving experience, and states a flexible schedule including afternoons, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Pay:
From $27.50 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Supervise the driving team for safe, clean, efficient operations
- Ensure compliance with government regulations and traffic laws
- Assist in training staff on logs, reports and driving tasks
- Load, unload, receive and ship goods with accurate records
- Maintain a clean and safe warehouse and truck
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 2 years of driving experience
- Valid Class 1 or A licence with a clean driving record
- Warehouse team leadership an asset
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · smartrecruiters
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-18
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Supply chain & logistics |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Warehouse, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 80 lb · computer moderate |
| Languages | English, French |
| Licences & certifications | Class 1 licence, Class A licence |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
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Farm Boy Inc.
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It's All About The Food | 53 locations in Ontario
Full company description
At Farm Boy, it’s all about the food. We believe great food starts close to home—with trusted growers, simple ingredients, and a passion for freshness that’s felt in every aisle. Since opening our first 300-square-foot produce shop in Cornwall, Ontario in 1981, we’ve stayed true to our roots: offering good food from good neighbours with “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”. That means getting closer to the farm through hand-selecting produce daily and partnering with local vendors across Ontario. It means curating the products we think you’ll love—everything from fan-favourite dips and made-from-scratch baked goods, to ready-to-enjoy chef-prepared meals made in the Farm Boy Kitchen. Our ever-growing Private Label line reflects our commitment to quality, flavour, and innovation—all with real ingredients and bold tastes. Shopping at Farm Boy isn’t just an errand—it’s a feel-good, fresh-market experience. Our stores are clean, vibrant, and welcoming, with Team Members who are always ready to lend a hand (and never a self-checkout in sight). Whether you're shopping for everyday essentials or something new and exciting, we're here to make your visit easy, inspiring, and full of great finds. In every Farm Boy store, you’ll discover: • Farm-fresh produce—longer-lasting and delivered daily. • Curated, exclusive Private Label products you won’t find anywhere else. • Locally sourced foods from Ontario farmers, makers, and artisans. • A warm, helpful atmosphere that feels like shopping with friends. • Hundreds of options for every lifestyle—from vegan to gluten-free to organic. • And so much more! With 53 locations (and counting) across Ontario, we’re proud to grow alongside the communities we serve. But no matter how big we get, our mission stays the same: deliver exceptional food with a personal touch. Come in and experience “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist” for yourself.
- LinkedIn followers
- 74,939
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,461
- Reported office locations
- 1427 Ogilvie Rd, Ottawa, Ontario K1J, CA
- Business categories
- Agriculture
- Retail
- Food and Beverage
- Travel
- Other recorded names
- Farm Boy Inc.
- Specialties
- Fresh produce
- locally made unique private label products
- Fresh Kitchen take home meals
- and premium meats and cheese and deli
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
At Farm Boy, it’s all about the food. We believe great food starts close to home—with trusted growers, simple ingredients, and a passion for freshness that’s felt in every aisle. Since opening our first 300-square-foot produce shop in Cornwall, Ontario in 1981, we’ve stayed true to our roots: offering good food from good neighbours with “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”. That means getting closer to the farm through…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1981 |
| Specialties | Fresh producelocally made unique private label productsFresh Kitchen take home mealsand premium meats and cheese and deli |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 244 |
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Company Description
If you’re looking for more, you’ve come to the right place.
From the moment we opened our doors in 1981, we knew we wanted to be different. The people who work here are special, and that’s what makes us special. Our team members uphold the standards we set long ago by making the exceptional everyday, building relationships with our customers and with each other, and finding a place where their potential meets opportunity.
Job Description
This position is responsible for supervising the driving team and contributing to the coordinated efforts of preparing and distributing products to our retail stores, ensuring alignment with all MTO regulations, traffic laws, and Food Safety standards. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality service approach to all employees, customers and suppliers. All responsibilities must be performed in a manner consistent with the Farm Boy Way.
Major Responsibilities:
- Supervise the driving team to ensure that tasks are completed in a safe, clean, and efficient manner.
- Ensure team compliance for all government regulations, traffic laws and Farm Boy policies.
- Communicate a daily post shift report and provide to the Warehouse Management team as required.
- Assist in training of staff, ensuring their ability to complete and maintain daily tasks such as: logs, reports, and driving tasks in adherence to government regulations, traffic laws, and Farm Boy policies.
- Strict adherence to all Farm Boy Health & Safety and Food Safety procedures and policies to ensure safety of staff, products and surroundings.
- Be accountable for the delivery operations during the shift.
- Make sound business decisions, ensuring the best interest of the organization at all times.
- Accurately complete order assembly, loading or unloading of product onto the trucks, and the delivery/pick up of goods.
- Receive and ship goods according to regulations, laws, and Farm Boy standards.
- Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing product.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment, truck, and warehouse.
- Monitor all goods coming and going from the warehouse to ensure correct paper work is in order.
- May be requested to undertake other related duties on a periodic basis.
Qualifications
- Requires a minimum of 2 years of AZ driving experience, valid AZ licence (Class 1 or A), with a clean driving record check.
- Previously demonstrated experience supervising/leading a warehouse team will be considered an asset.
- Working knowledge of warehouse and driver operations, procedures, and equipment.
- Superior quality and customer service standards.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet established goals and objectives.
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.
- Superior time management and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Fluency in both official languages shall be considered an asset.
- Flexible schedule, including afternoons, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Work & Sensory Environment:
- Unavoidable exposure to dangerous or unpleasant environmental elements such as noise, dirt, dust, vibration and changing temperatures.
- Prolonged exposure to cool/damp working conditions.
- Lack of control over work pace due to multiple and/or tight deadlines beyond one’s control.
- Provide service to several people or departments, working under many simultaneous deadlines.
- Required to wear cumbersome protective clothing or equipment during shift.
- Required to lift, carry or handle heavy objects weighing up to 80 pounds.
- Must be capable of climbing, reaching, lifting, twisting and bending for prolonged periods of time.
Additional Information
Grow a career with us.
Farm Boy takes pride in growing a team that represents the best in the business. Join us for the career you’re craving!
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply—including those with non-traditional career paths.
We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available upon request for employees and applicants who may require them.
We do not use AI to assist in the recruitment process and this job posting is for an existing vacancy.
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