Marine Dispatcher

Requisition ID:  18077
Location: 

Coquitlam, British Columbia, CA, V3K 5X6

Pay Type:  Salary
Position type:  Full-time / Salary
Estimated Wage Range: $85,000 - $100,000

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Learn more at www.amrize.com/careers

Description: 

Join Amrize as a Marine Dispatcher and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

The Marine Dispatcher will join a high-performing team and play a key role in the success of the Amrize Greater Vancouver Aggregates Group. The Amrize Marine Division provides tug and barge services to internal and external customers throughout the Greater Vancouver Area.


The primary objectives of this role are to optimize marine operations, maximize asset utilization, manage operating costs, and support revenue objectives while ensuring that services are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with customer requirements.


The Marine Dispatcher is responsible for maintaining effective day-to-day marine operations, coordinating vessel and crew schedules, supporting customer requirements, monitoring operating costs and KPIs, and working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Finance, HR, and other stakeholders to achieve operational and financial objectives.


This role requires a strong understanding of marine operations, sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to make timely decisions in a fast-paced operating environment.


This role requires on-call duties on a weekly rotational basis to ensure peak operational performance and provide operational support outside regular working hours.

 

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

  • Optimize the utilization of Amrize’s marine fleet by balancing customer demand, vessel availability, crew resources, service levels, and operating costs.
  • Deliver reliable and efficient marine services by ensuring vessel movements, material deliveries, and customer requirements are coordinated effectively.
  • Maintain strong operational performance through timely decision-making, proactive problem-solving, and effective response to changing priorities and unforeseen disruptions.
  • Support financial performance by identifying opportunities to control operating costs, improve fuel efficiency, maximize asset utilization, and strengthen the return on marine assets.
  • Provide accurate and timely operational and financial information to support performance management, forecasting, and informed business decisions.
  • Build strong working relationships across Operations, Maintenance, Finance, HR, other Amrize divisions, customers, and marine personnel to achieve shared operational objectives.
  • Support a well-coordinated and engaged marine workforce by ensuring crews have the information, resources, and scheduling support required to meet operational needs.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement across marine operations by identifying opportunities to improve service, efficiency, communication, and overall operational performance.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Post-secondary diploma 

Field of Study Preferred: Business, Logistics, Marine Operations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Work Experience: Minimum 1–3 years of experience in marine, aggregate, transportation, or logistics operations.

Required Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, with knowledge of marine and land transportation operations; experience with aggregate production and barge operations is an asset.

 

Additional Requirements:

  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and solve problems in a fast-paced operational environment.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to changing operational requirements.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents
  • A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life
  • Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning
  • Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges
  • Easy access to mental health and well-being support
  • Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions
  • Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services
  • Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities
  • Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits
  • An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves
  • A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment
    Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable

 

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required. 

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES
At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!   

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.  Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting-accommodations@amrize.com. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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