Operations Student (Winter 2027)

Job summary

The student will assist with day-to-day fleet operations, maintenance, and administrative activities for Atlantic Towing. They will also collect and analyze operational data to support decision-making and participate in process improvement initiatives.

Job details

Job Description This role is open to co-op students. As a Careers in Motion (CIM) Operations Student, you'll gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of transportation and logistics while building skills that will benefit you throughout your career. Through the CIM program, you'll make an impact through working on meaningful projects, and gain exposure to various J.D. Irving businesses, particularly within the transportation sector. You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages learning, innovation, and professional development. Atlantic Towing, part of the Transportation and Logistics Division of J.D. Irving, Limited, is seeking Operations Students based in Saint John, New Brunswick. This opportunity is ideal for a student who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, solving problems, analyzing data, and supporting customer transportation needs. The hourly range for this role is between $19.89 - $26.12. Responsibilities Ready to put your skills in motion? Join a team where innovation meets impact. What You’ll Be Doing: Assist with day-to-day fleet operations and customer service commitments across Atlantic Towing's Fleets. Support the team with operational, maintenance, and administrative activities. Gain exposure to marine operations by working with vessel crews and various Atlantic Towing departments. Assist in monitoring fleet programs and tracking operational activities. Support health, safety, environmental, and compliance initiatives onboard vessels and ashore. Collect, organize, and analyze operational data to support reporting and decision-making. Participate in projects and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. Qualifications What We’re Looking For: Currently enrolled in an Engineering or Business undergraduate program (or related field of study) In positive academic standing Strong communication and problem-solving skills Detail-oriented and organized Curious, collaborative, and ready to make an impact

What you’ll do

The student will assist with day-to-day fleet operations, maintenance, and administrative activities for Atlantic Towing. They will also collect and analyze operational data to support decision-making and participate in process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an Engineering or Business undergraduate program and maintain positive academic standing. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are required for this role.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Administrative Support · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Fleet operations
• Customer service
• Data analysis
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Administrative support
• Maintenance support
• Operational reporting
• Process improvement
• Health and safety compliance
• Logistics
• Transportation management

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Engineering
• Data & Analytics
• Administrative