Transportation Operations Specialist

If you're the type of person who sees a recurring operational problem and immediately starts figuring out how to eliminate it, this could be the role for you.

Our client is a leading national fuel distributor responsible for ensuring millions of litres of fuel are delivered safely and reliably across Canada. They are seeking a Logistics & Safety Operations Specialist to support transportation operations, lead incident investigations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen safety, service, and operational performance.

This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible role where your ability to analyze issues, solve problems, and influence outcomes will directly impact a critical national supply chain.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation package

• Downtown Calgary office located in the Suncor Energy Centre

• Stable Monday-Friday schedule with no shift work

• Opportunity to influence safety culture and operational excellence across a national network

• Exposure to transportation, logistics, supply chain, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Work with a collaborative team supporting one of Canada's most critical industries

• Career growth opportunities within a large and established organization

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Coordinate daily fuel delivery operations with third-party carriers and internal stakeholders

• Monitor transportation performance and identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and service levels

• Lead and support health and safety investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action management

• Analyze operational and safety trends to identify recurring issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Manage route disruptions, construction impacts, service interruptions, and operational changes

• Execute reroutes, redirects, and load holds through SAP

• Coordinate field inventory activities, pump-outs, and incident reporting through Enablon

• Maintain operational data, site information, and customer network records

• Steward downgrade and runout reporting to minimize customer impact

• Coordinate additive and specialty product scheduling requirements

• Manage operational inquiries and provide timely solutions through the Trucking Operations mailbox

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen transportation performance and operational reliability

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• 3+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, operations, supply chain, or a related environment

• Experience conducting health and safety incident investigations and implementing corrective actions

• Strong root cause analysis skills and a passion for solving operational problems

• Demonstrated success driving process improvements and operational efficiencies

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Power BI, PowerPoint, and Word

• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and turn insights into action

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset that thrives in fast-paced operational environments

• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions

• Commitment to safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

Many logistics roles focus solely on dispatching or coordination. This position offers something more.

You'll have the opportunity to influence how transportation operations are executed across a national network while playing a meaningful role in improving safety performance, investigating incidents, and driving operational excellence. If you're looking for a role where your recommendations lead to real change, this is it.

ABOUT US

TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider with a mission to help individuals succeed by providing access to opportunities in jobs, careers, and professional development. A niche provider serving North America, we specialize in placing skilled candidates within the Manufacturing, Semiconductor, and Mining industries. Whether you seek flexible or permanent positions, we assist in starting, changing, or advancing careers in a way that aligns with your goals.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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