Vice President Operations & Supply Chain

The client is a federally established Canada Port Authority responsible for managing the federal lands and waters that make up Canada's largest port. Operating under the Canada Marine Act, their role is to responsibly facilitate Canada's trade, ensuring the safe movement of goods while also protecting the environment and considering the impact on local communities. The port is a crucial component for the western provinces and plays a significant role in Canada's import and export sectors. It manages a diversified trade gateway, handling a massive volume of cargo yearly across its 29 terminals, which serve various economic sectors from bulk to cruise operations. The port's activities contribute significantly to the national economy, supporting over 115,000 jobs and generating billions in wages and GDP.

Environmental stewardship is a key aspect of the client's mandate. Initiatives aimed at climate and air-quality improvements, habitat enhancement, and marine wildlife protect...