Logistics Coordinator

Master of Movement: Your Pivotal Role as an Oil Sands Logistics Coordinator

In the vast and complex landscape of the Fort McMurray Oil Sands, the efficient movement of personnel, materials, and equipment is critical to project success and operational continuity. As a Logistics Coordinator, you are the orchestrator behind this intricate ballet, ensuring everything and everyone arrives safely and on schedule. If you possess exceptional organizational skills, a knack for problem-solving under pressure, and thrive on optimizing complex supply chains, FORT MCMURRAY LABOR SOURCE is your direct connection to impactful logistics opportunities in Canada's energy heartland.

Key Responsibilities & Ensuring Seamless Operations

Your expertise in planning and coordination will be fundamental to the smooth operation of large-scale Oil Sands projects. Typical duties for an Oil Sands Logistics Coordinator include:

• Transportation Management: Coordinate all aspects of personnel and material transportation to and from remote sites, including ground transportation (buses, shuttles), air travel (charters, commercial flights), and freight carriers.
• Material Tracking & Delivery: Track the movement of critical materials, equipment, and supplies from vendors to site, ensuring timely delivery and proper documentation.
• Route Optimization: Plan and optimize transportation routes and schedules to maximize efficiency, minimize costs, and adhere to strict project timelines.
• Vendor & Carrier Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact with transportation vendors, freight forwarders, and airlines, managing relationships, negotiating rates, and resolving issues.
• Documentation & Compliance: Prepare and manage all necessary logistics documentation, including bills of lading, customs paperwork, shipping manifests, and permits, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Inventory & Warehousing Coordination: Collaborate with warehouse and inventory teams to ensure seamless material flow, accurate receiving, and efficient storage.
• Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve logistical challenges, unexpected delays, or transportation issues, implementing effective solutions under pressure.
• Cost Control: Monitor and manage logistics expenditures, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising efficiency or safety.
• Reporting & Analysis: Generate regular reports on logistics performance, delivery metrics, and cost analysis to inform decision-making.

Highly Competitive Compensation & Attractive Benefits

Oil Sands Logistics Coordinator roles offer highly competitive compensation packages, reflecting your vital role in ensuring seamless operations and project success. You can expect:

• Industry-Leading Hourly Rates: Remuneration that aligns with the high demand for your specialized coordination and problem-solving expertise.
• Potential for Overtime: Significant opportunities for additional earning potential, common during critical project phases or peak operational periods.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access to robust benefits packages, often including health, dental, vision, and retirement savings plans.
• Attractive FIFO/Camp Options: For many site-based roles, appealing Fly-In/Fly-Out (FIFO) options from major hubs or generous camp accommodations/living allowances may be available, enhancing your earning potential and providing comfortable living arrangements while on rotation.

Who We're Looking For: Your Essential Qualifications

To excel as an Oil Sands Logistics Coordinator, you'll need a strong foundation in supply chain management, exceptional organizational skills, and a proactive approach:

• Proven Experience: Minimum 3+ years of dedicated experience in a Logistics Coordinator, Transportation Coordinator, or similar supply chain role, preferably within the oil & gas, mining, heavy industrial, or large-scale construction sectors.
• Logistics Expertise: Strong understanding of transportation modes (ground, air, rail), freight forwarding, customs procedures, and inventory management principles.
• System Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency with logistics software, transportation management systems (TMS), and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle).
• Organizational & Detail-Oriented: Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail in managing complex schedules, documentation, and multiple concurrent movements.
• Communication & Negotiation: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate effectively and liaise professionally with vendors, carriers, and internal teams.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Proven ability to identify and resolve complex logistical challenges under pressure, adapting quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Software Skills: Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), particularly advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Safety Mindset: A strong commitment to safety culture and understanding of transportation safety regulations. Valid safety certifications (e.g., CSTS) may be required for site-based positions.
• Education: A post-secondary diploma or certificate in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field is highly preferred.