With a core mandate to facilitate the movement of goods and people in support of economic development, and a commitment to safe, efficient, and sustainable operations, the Halifax Port Authority (HPA) plays a vital role as a strategic gateway to global markets. As a strategic port operator, HPA creates value for customers, partners, visitors, and the broader community through its three pillars of business: cargo, cruise, and real estate. The port is a hub of international connectivity, with the world’s largest shipping lines calling here and linking Halifax to over 150 countries.

To advance its commitment to innovation and operational excellence, the Halifax Port Authority is seeking a Director, Intermodal Optimization. This is a strategic leadership role designed to optimize the efficiency and transparency of Halifax’s supply chain performance through collaboration with the port’s principal operators while analyzing and aligning with market demands and financial objectives. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, the Director ensures service level commitments are developed and met through data-driven planning, execution, and continuous improvement. The role involves managing a structured improvement cycle (Plan, Execute, Measure, Adjust), collaborating with key stakeholders, and delivering insights that support operational fluidity. With a focus on facilitation, the Director helps maintain the Port’s competitiveness by aligning with national mandates, responding to market needs, and contributing to throughput growth, revenue generation, and long-term sustainability.

HPA is seeking a seasoned professional in supply chain with analytics experience working in container terminal and/or intermodal operations. The successful candidate brings strategic thinking, broad business acumen, and a proven ability to lead analytics or data-driven teams in client-facing environments. With the credibility to serve as an effective facilitator, strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with fluency in performance reporting and metrics. The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain composure under pressure is critical. A second international language is considered an asset. This position demands analytical rigor, discretion, and adaptability, as well as the capacity to build and sustain effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.

To Apply

To fill this position, Halifax Port Authority has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online ideally at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/30704

We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Halifax Port Authority (HPA) embraces a culture of belonging. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or whom you love, HPA welcomes your application. HPA is made up of diverse backgrounds with unique perspectives and experiences. They encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and people of colour, women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the application and interview process, please get in touch.

Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.