Vessel Dispatch Coordinator I

The Vessel Dispatch Coordinator I allocates and dispatches local tug operations and charter boats as required to handle daily customer orders. The role ensures that all tugs are used in the most efficient manner based on fleet and crew capabilities, crew change schedules, timing, location, availability of tugs and customer requirements. A significant part of the job is to manage ongoing changes, which involve constant juggling and mobilization of all internal and external resources to accommodate new requirements.

The Vessel Dispatch Coordinator I directly to the Dispatch Supervisor and indirectly to the Manager, Dispatch Operations. This role does not have any direct reports. However, this role assigns work to tug boat Captains and Mates.

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary education in logistics, transportation, or other related subject areas.
• Desk Officer Certification with Transport Canada.
• Minimum 2 years of marine experience preferably as a certified Deck Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.