Team Lead - Transport

dnata Catering Canada Ltd. is a leading global air services provider, delivering world-class inflight catering, retail, and hospitality services to leading airlines.
As part of the dnata Group—one of the largest air service providers in the world—we are committed to excellence, innovation, and safety in everything we do. Our diverse and dedicated team works in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, ensuring the highest quality standards and exceptional customer experiences for millions of passengers each year.

Why join dnata?

• Be part of a global award winning group
• Medical, Dental & Vision Cover
• Additional co-contributions towards your retirement fund
• Paid annual vacation
• Over-time premiums
• Free daily meal

The Role:

Team Lead Transport is responsible for the safe transport and delivery of temperature-controlled food and related goods from the catering facility to the aircraft, while following all applicable laws, procedures and directions.

Responsibilities:

The Team Lead is responsible for overseeing, leading, assisting, and motivating the Transportation team (i.e. the Drivers and Drivers in Training). The Team Lead performs his or her job functions at the plant, warehouse, airport, and other locations as assigned by Management.

Qualifications/ skills/ experience / knowledge:

• Hold minimum of Class 5 license or Class 3 CDL
• Familiarity with safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements (airport or transport-related standards preferred)
• Extensive knowledge of Trucks and their maintenance
• Ability to operate and oversee ground support equipment safely
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office and transport/logistics systems
• Flexibility to work shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Be able to safely, manually handle (lift) loads of up to 50 lbs
• Have the right to work and reside in BC, Canada
• Hold a current Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) OR be eligible for RAIC (Restricted Area Identity Card)
• Previous experience driving aircraft catering vehicles is highly advantageous
• Previous experience driving in an airside / airport environment is highly advantageous