Terminal Manager

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Terminal Manager, Bulk Terminals
is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient day-to-day operation of the rail terminal, including railcar coordination, transloading, scale-house activities, yard maintenance, inventory control, and customer service. This hands-on leader plans and oversees the work of terminal personnel, maintains regulatory and equipment compliance, manages truck and rail traffic, supports accurate billing and documentation, and builds strong relationships with customers, transportation partners, and internal teams. The role also drives operational and financial improvement by establishing performance measures, strengthening safe work procedures, developing employees, and providing reliable service that meets customer and business expectations.Location
Woodstock, ONSchedule
Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 5:00pmType
Existing OpportunityBenefits
Health & Dental | RRSP Employer matching up to 4%Responsibilities
Terminal & Yard Operations
Coordinate day-to-day terminal operations (rail cars, trans-loading, scale house, etc.)Oversee, coordinate, and manage truck and rail car traffic in and out of the facility, including yard logistics, to ensure a safe workplace while meeting service and profit expectationsOrder and release rail cars through the CN websiteDevelop the weekly schedule for cars, time slots, and transload days;
communicate it to the team and confirm with customersFill in on transload vacancies to protect operationsDemonstrate a "hands-on" management style, with intimate knowledge of terminal and equipment operations, and perform the work as required to serve customersYard & Equipment Maintenance
Provide railyard maintenance (snow clearing, ice control, vegetation control, grading, graveling as needed)Perform monthly track inspections and take action to remain compliantEnsure all equipment is compliant and re-certified within required timeframesSafety, Health & Procedures
Develop and maintain Safe Work Procedure documents for all yard-related tasks and ensure complianceWork with Seaboard Safety HSE to ensure the Woodstock Operating/Work Procedures are adequateConduct ongoing safety auditsInitiate and participate in daily toolbox meetings;
conduct quarterly safety meetingsMeet with individual staff and direct other activities that promote safety and continuing educationEnsure all required inspections and audits are completedRegulatory Compliance & Technical Knowledge
Stay current on regulatory changes from Environment Canada, CN, Transport Canada, the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, OH&S, TDG, etc.Stay current on TDG regulations, product handling, and hazard management, particularly for liquid petroleum and chemical productsDocumentation, Scale & Inventory
Operate the scale and submit information to Finance for billingKeep customer and railyard inventory tracking currentProvide all documentation and BOLs to team members;
review completed paperwork;
provide BOLs to outbound trucks and obtain signaturesCustomer Relations & Service
Coordinate transload personnel to deliver safe, reliable, professional service to customers and transport companiesServe as the customer point of contact and expand relationships through calls, emails, and in-person meetingsPeople Management & Leadership
Plan, schedule, and oversee staff work for efficiency and complianceProvide leadership and feedback, and maintain open communication with the Director and Senior ManagementDevelop KPIs for Terminal Operators and Terminal OperationsAssist the Director with performance reviewsAssist HR with recruitingSubmit payrollBusiness Development & Financial Performance
Propose and deliver solutions to improve operational and financial goalsCoordinate sales of parking space leasing and submit documentation to FinanceRequirements
Relevant experience in terminal, rail, transload, bulk-material, logistics, transportation, or industrial operations.Demonstrated experience supervising employees, scheduling work, providing coaching, and supporting performance management.Working knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, environmental, rail, and transportation requirements.Ability to understand and oversee the safe handling of liquid petroleum, chemical, or other regulated products.Experience coordinating truck and railcar movements, inventory, inspections, maintenance activities, and operational documentation.Strong planning, problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills in a fast-paced operating environment.Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with customers, carriers, employees, regulators, and internal partners.Comfort using computer-based systems for scheduling, inventory tracking, railcar ordering and release, documentation, billing support, payroll, and reporting.Ability and willingness to take a hands-on approach, work outdoors in varying conditions, and provide operational coverage when required.Commitment to accuracy, compliance, continuous improvement, reliable service, and safe work practices.
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