Operations Coordinator

Job summary

Coordinate freight movements, scheduling, dispatch, and resources while maintaining shipment records and accurate operational system data. Monitor shipment status, communicate with drivers and customers, help resolve service issues, and support safe, efficient transportation operations.

Job details

Operations Coordinator Burford, ON | Full-Time | On-Site Join a Team That Moves What Others Can't At Precision Specialized Inc., a proud member of The GTI Group, we transport some of the most challenging and valuable freight across North America and beyond. From over-dimensional equipment to complex project cargo, our team delivers solutions where planning, expertise, and execution matter. We're looking for an Operations Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to build a career in specialized transportation and logistics. If you're organized, enjoy solving problems, and like being at the center of the action, this role offers an opportunity to work alongside experienced transportation professionals while helping move extraordinary freight safely and efficiently. What You'll Do As an Operations Coordinator, you'll play a key role in keeping freight moving and customers informed. Working closely with drivers, dispatchers, customers, and operations leaders, you'll help coordinate transportation activities from planning through delivery. In this role, you will: Coordinate freight movements and daily transportation activities. Assist with load scheduling, dispatching, and resource planning. Prepare and maintain shipment documentation and operational records. Monitor load status and provide timely updates to customers and internal teams. Communicate with drivers to support safe and efficient execution of shipments. Help resolve service issues and respond to changing operational requirements. Enter and maintain accurate information within transportation and operational systems. Support reporting, record keeping, and general administrative activities. Contribute to a culture focused on safety, accountability, teamwork, and customer service. What You'll Bring We're looking for someone who is organized, proactive, and eager to learn. Ideal qualifications include: Strong organizational and coordination skills. Excellent communication and customer service abilities. The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Experience with transportation, logistics, dispatch, or fleet operations is an asset. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and an ability to quickly learn transportation and fleet management systems. A diploma, coursework, or practical experience in logistics, transportation, business administration, or a related field is considered an asset. A positive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively with a growing team. Why Join Precision Specialized? Work with an award-winning leader in specialized transportation. Gain exposure to complex freight and project logistics across North America. Learn from experienced transportation and operations professionals. Be part of a company that values Safety, Accountability, Respect, Candor, and Teamwork. Join a growing organization with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Make a visible impact by helping coordinate high-profile and challenging freight movements. What We Offer We offer a competitive compensation package that will reflect the successful candidate's experience, capabilities, and potential contribution to the organization. Paid vacation Company-sponsored training and development Supportive and team-oriented culture Opportunities for career growth within The GTI Group "Why You'll Love Working Here" Unlike many transportation operations roles, you'll gain exposure to specialized freight, heavy haul projects, route planning, permitting, and complex logistics challenges. Every day brings something different, providing opportunities to learn and develop your transportation career with an experienced and supportive team. Ready to Build Your Career in Transportation? If you're looking for an opportunity to grow in the transportation and logistics industry while working with an experienced and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll do

Coordinate freight movements, scheduling, dispatch, and resources while maintaining shipment records and accurate operational system data. Monitor shipment status, communicate with drivers and customers, help resolve service issues, and support safe, efficient transportation operations.

Requirements

Candidates should have strong organizational, communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Transportation or logistics experience, Microsoft Office proficiency, familiarity with transportation or fleet systems, and education or practical experience in a related field are considered assets.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation
• Company-Sponsored Training and Development
• Career Growth Opportunities

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Freight Coordination
• Load Scheduling
• Dispatching
• Resource Planning
• Shipment Documentation
• Customer Communication
• Driver Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Organization
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Microsoft Office
• Transportation Systems
• Fleet Management Systems
• Record Keeping
• Customer Service

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Administrative
• Customer Service & Support