Posted 10 days ago
Terminal Manager
@ JDI
Truro, Nova Scotia
Overview
Midland Transport is hiring a Terminal Manager to lead day-to-day operations at its Truro Terminal. The role oversees freight movement, safety, service and cost targets, and a team of direct reports. The posting offers a competitive salary, health and wellness benefits, RRSP matching and a hybrid schedule with up to 2 days a week from home.
Responsibilities:
- Lead terminal transportation and courier operations to meet cost, safety and service targets
- Drive operational excellence through planning and performance management
- Coach and develop direct reports and support succession planning
- Monitor KPIs and implement action plans for productivity and service quality
- Champion safety, accountability and the Irving Management System
Requirements summary:
- University degree in business, supply chain, logistics or operations
- 4 to 7 years of progressive leadership experience in transportation or logistics
- Experience managing budgets, operational metrics and KPIs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational reporting tools
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Management experience | 4+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Warehouse |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Wellness, Paid training |
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JDI
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 644 |
Midland Transport is seeking a results-driven Terminal Manager to lead the day-to-day operations for our Truro Terminal. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of freight while maintaining exceptional service standards for our customers.
The ideal candidate is an experienced operations leader with a strong background in warehouse, distribution, transportation, and inventory management. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy leading teams, and are passionate about continuous improvement.
Midland is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:
• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• Maternity leave top-up program (if applicable)
• RRSP matching program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development as well as 24/7 access to online curated learning
• Growth and progression opportunities within Midland and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies
• Hybrid Work Schedule (if applicable) to provide you the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week
- Lead terminal transportation and/or courier operations to achieve budgeted targets related to cost, safety, service, quality, and asset utilization.
- Drive operational excellence through effective planning, execution, and performance management across all terminal functions.
- Foster a highly engaged workforce by promoting a positive culture, strong communication, and employee involvement.
- Lead, coach, and develop direct reports to achieve and exceed operational and financial performance objectives.
- Ensure the successful implementation and sustainability of the Irving Management System and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and operational discipline throughout the terminal.
- Demonstrate strong leadership and consistently model the Irving Values in all interactions and decision-making.
- Support talent development through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement action plans to improve productivity, service quality, and overall terminal performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
- University degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
- 4-7 years of progressive leadership experience in transportation, logistics, distribution, or operations management.
- Proven ability to lead teams and deliver strong operational and financial results.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including coaching, mentoring, employee development, and performance management.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with employees, customers, and business partners.
- Experience managing budgets, operational metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and operational reporting tools.
- Strong understanding of safety, service, quality, and productivity standards within a transportation or logistics environment.
- Results-oriented mindset with a demonstrated ability to drive accountability and achieve business objectives.
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