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Job Location:

Vancouver - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 1 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us

MSC is a privately owned global shipping company founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte. As one of the worlds leading container shipping lines with headquarters in Geneva Switzerland MSC operates in over 675 offices across more than 155 countries worldwide with over 200000 MSC Group employees. With access to an integrated network of road rail and sea transport resources which stretches across the globe the company prides itself on delivering global service with local knowledge.

MSC is a world leader in global container shipping and a company offering global service with local knowledge. MSC also provides integrated network of road rail and sea transport resources which stretches across the globe.

Job Description:

  • Position Summary:

    At MSC we are constantly striving to improve the way that we work to ensure the best possible ocean-based transportation product is delivered to the market and that we are servicing our customers to the highest degree possible on a daily basis.

    The leader of Terminal Operations is tasked with the responsibility of the business areas through various aspects of commercial operational and corporate landscape of the organization. The leader of Terminal Operations not only strives towards a consistent trajectory of growth while avoiding obstacles that arise from constantly shifting realities of our business; monitors the progress of achieving the objectives and targets set.

    The leader will be expected to oversee all aspects of Port Operations as well as all shoreside services in support of vessel performance and schedule integrity

    Level of Responsibility

    Leading projects/workstreams and responsible for outcomes/strategic impact on department or business unit performance. May have direct reports mentoring others driving innovation and improving processes within their domain.

    Key Tasks

    • Develops establishes and maintains business relationships with port terminals and port captains
    • Develops builds and maintains constructive business relationships with key stakeholders (internally and externally)
    • Manage port operations expenses and ensure TSA rates contracts are in place and rates applied.
    • Actively collaborates with Port Authorities including operations department terminals and all vendors.
    • Team Management: develop and maintain a highly motivated and productive team to meet department objectives and deadlines through coaching training and motivating the team
    • Manage employee performance for direct reports including setting objectives providing clear feedback and conducting performance evaluations
    • Efficiently manages the financial and material resources available
    • Plans human resources needs and hires new resources
    • Analyze situations globally to identify the links between the elements that compose it to perceive the issues trends risks and opportunities they represent
    • Anticipate likely impacts and obstacles takes calculated risks and provides alternative scenarios even in situations marked by adversity and ambiguity
    • Make significant efforts to achieve the objectives of its department. Continuous monitoring and evaluation of the progress of the files as well as the results obtained
    • Transmit and share information to foster a good understanding of organizational directions objectives and issues by all stakeholders so that they can effectively fulfill their share of responsibilities.
    • Communicate a stimulating and enthusiastic vision of directions and goals to be achieved in a way that engages people stimulates the desire to excel and promotes action through
    • Create and maintain a collaborative work environment between people
    • Recognize and highlight individual and collective contributions
    • Build positive interpersonal relationships with employees by adopting a mode of communication marked by openness and respect for opinions
    • Identify mutually beneficial solutions for those involved in the issues. Maneuver effectively to get different parties to reconcile their views and foster the emergence of win-win solutions
    • Exercise adequate control of stress and emotions in difficult situations

    Skills / Experience:

    All MSC Canada employees are expected to exhibit the MSC Values striving to drive customer centric results in all interactions with colleagues and customers alike.

    • University degree in a related field
    • University training in management is considered an important asset
    • Knowledge of the port operations is an important asset
    • 3-5 years managerial skills (with and/or without direct reports) including leading successful teams resource planning time management and priority assessment capabilities
    • A solid business strategy approach to working having already demonstrated (i.e. business case proposals etc.) and attained defined business goals.
    • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (i.e... Excel PowerPoint etc.) and technical ease
    • Exceptional diplomacy communication organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of people at all levels
    • Ability to make rational decisions in difficult and critical situations

    Why Join MSC Canada

    MSC is a world leader in global container shipping. MSC Canada has been serving the Canadian market for over two decades rapidly expanding our presence nationally to become the number one carrier.

    Our values are the beating heart of our business. They are the cornerstone of our company supporting our vision shaping our culture and establishing our future direction.

    Great people who workhard and look out for each other because were a teamits that simple!

    Just to name a few of our perks:

    • Flexible health and dental benefits coverage (for all permanent full-time roles).
    • RRSP coverage with the Company matching a portion of employee contribution(for all permanent full-time roles).
    • Tailored training program opportunities for employee development.
    • Employee mentorship leadership and assistance opportunities.
    • Employee referral incentive program.
    • Community Involvement.
    • Gym facility Montreal and Toronto offices.
    • Health & Wellness Program.

    MSC Canadas Commitment to a fair talent acquisition process:

    AI Disclosure

    At MSC Canada we are committed to transparency and fairness in our recruitment process. We do not use any artificial intelligence in our talent acquisition efforts.

    Vacancy Clarity

    Existing Vacancy: This position is for an established role that is currently open.

    Timely Communication

    MSC Canada ensures timely updates for candidates. All individuals selected for an in-person interview will be notified within 45 days of their initial discussion with us.



  • Qualifications and Experience:

    Application Eligibility

    This position is open to external candidates. MSC employees who are interested in this opportunity must refer to the Internal Global Job Board and may apply only if the same position is listed there. Please note that this role may or may not be available internally for application.

    Whether youre an experienced professional or just starting your career we have jobopportunities for everyone.

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    MSC is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or genetics.

    To discover more about MSC values clickhere.