Dispatcher

Hansen’s is a continually expanding company with 40 years in business and is seeking an individual to take on a variety of responsibilities and tasks as aDispatcher in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

We are a proudly Canadian; family owned and operated business and specialize in the shipping, receiving, and storage of new and used automobiles. Come and join the Hansen’s team!

Hansen’s Group of Companies is committed to promoting and maintaining employment equity and welcomes applications from indigenous peoples, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities, in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, we encourage you to self-identify during your application for employment.

Excellent benefits package available to Full Time employee’s after completing probationary period and opportunity for advancement. Join us!

• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Group RRSP
• Wellness Program
• Profit Share Program
• Employee Quarterly 50/50 Charity & Bonus Draws

Job Duties

• Daily dispatch of trucks.
• Daily review of Loads.
• Communication with drivers, customers, Fleet Dept, and other offices.
• Open and frequent communication link with Customer Service group.
• Monitoring On Time services.
• Providing reports to OEMs.
• Assist Drivers with company handheld and printer issues in collaboration with our Information Technology department.
• Prepare quotes for retail moves and monitor for dealer customers.
• Prepare broker and driver payroll for approval.

Education & Experience:

• Completion of High School Certificate.
• 3 – 5 Experience in prior dispatch position dealing with Vehicle Transportation would be a strong asset.
• Good knowledge of Atlantic Canada and Ontario/Quebec Geography
• Hands on experience in Operations / Customer Service/Dispatch duties.
• Ability to manage priorities efficiently and make quick educated decisions.
• Customer oriented and a team player.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• High attention to details and well organized.
• Good communication skills
• Pleasant Attitude

Work Conditions

• Work Hours: 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm, 30 min Lunch.
• Occasional Overtime as required.
• Will be required to attend quarterly (or as needed) Driver meetings for part day on weekend (Post Covid)