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Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 2 years
Documentation Knowledge: Driver logbook, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Maintenance and repair reports, Trip reports
Equipment and machinery experience: Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Own tools/equipment: Cellular phone, Steel-toed safety boots
Credentials: CPR Certificate, Driver’s License (Class 3 or D), First Aid Certificate, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Security and safety: Basic security clearance, Bondable, Criminal record check, Driver’s validity licence check, Driving record check (abstract), Drug test

Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, On Call, Flexible Hours, Early Morning, Morning
Transportation information: Local, Long-haul, Provincial/territorial, Short-haul, Own transportation, Own vehicle, Valid driver’s licence, Willing to travel for extended periods, Willing to travel overnight

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should have a strong attention to detail and be capable of handling heavy loads
• The candidates should be prepared for a large workload and willing to work overtime when required
• The candidates should be physically fit for demanding tasks and capable of performing repetitive tasks
• The candidates should be comfortable sitting for extended periods

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should possess efficient interpersonal skills and exhibit excellent oral and written communication
• The candidates should demonstrate flexibility in their approach to work and exercise good judgment in their tasks
• The candidates should be organized, reliable individuals and team players

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to address customers’ complaints or concerns and demonstrate professionalism in customer service
• The candidates should be able to coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• The candidates should be able to drive as part of a two-person team or convoy, load and unload goods, and operate straight or articulated trucks for transportation
• The candidates should be able to oversee the vehicle’s condition, inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment, and handle payments for goods
• The candidates should be able to perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, oversee all aspects of the vehicle, and conduct preventive maintenance
• The candidates should be able to receive and relay information to central dispatch, record cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption, and handle tarping to ensure the safety and security of cargo

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

This position anticipates and responds to customers' needs, requests, and issues and interfaces with other departments. He/She assists in evaluating the selection of carriers and planning the handling of exceptions and service recovery (e.g., in the event of late loads, etc.) to ensure effectiveness, to maintain customer satisfaction, and to manage costs. This position performs other tasks as requested.

UPS is a diverse and equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations are available, on request, for candidates with disabilities taking part in the recruitment process.  If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please advise if you require accommodation for a disability.

We are searching for a Continuing Care Assistant to join our Cedarstone Enhanced Care Team based in Truro, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $18.72- $24.09
• Free onsite parking
• Paid breaks
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Assists residents with hygiene and daily living activities, such as: bathing, dressing, oral care, skin care, meals, and mobilizing according to the work assignment;
• Collaborates with the resident and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of individualized Resident Care Plan;
• Assists in the planning and implementation of resident leisure activities on a daily basis;
• Assists with light housekeeping duties;
• Performs delegated nursing acts according to company policy and scope of practice;
• Communicates and reports relevant information regarding resident care or safety to Supervisor.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A valid Continuing Care Certification or Provincial Personal Care Worker course or equivalent;
• You are registered in Nova Scotia’s CCA registry as per the Continuing Care Assistants Registry Act 
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays,
• A clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening;
• Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care course considered an asset;
• Previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
• Valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred.
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

Background Screening Requirement: 

• Enhanced Criminal Record Check
• Credit Check
• Identity Verification 
• Employment Verification
• References

What's the job?
 

When you visit a Coast branch, you’re greeted with a line of smiling faces ready to help you with your everyday banking needs.  Our friendly Member Advice Specialists are sales and customer service superstars who bring our “How can we help you?” brand to life with every member they interact with. Imagine helping our members with Fulfilling basic personal credit needs, selling and handling Low Fee More for Me Mutual Funds, Term deposits, RRSPs, Setting up electronic services like our internet banking, opening free Chequing accounts, adding overdraft protection to help avoid those nasty NSF charges. But it doesn’t end there, Member Advice Specialists do two other very importing things.  First, they are sales pros.  They uncover opportunities where we can better help our members with our fantastic line-up of products and services.  Next, they figure out who in the company can best help that member, be it themselves or another teammate.

 What else will you get to do every day?

• Getting a natural high from delivering positive and unexpected customer experience through general retail banking
• Having fun engaging customers in the “Where You Are At Money Chat” to help your customer to save, grow, protect and improve their financial well-being
• Working as a high-performing team member within the branch to ensure all checks and balances are completed around policies and regulatory requirements
• Proactively and creatively offer helpful solutions and alternatives to customer inquiries
• Earning high-fives from your managers and peers for achieving sales and referrals targets in a needs based sales environment

Who are we looking for?

• We don’t need mathematical geniuses here, though ability to add and subtract would be useful. Mostly we just need people who are comfortable helping customers with simple financial help and promoting our products and services.
• Experience helping members in either a bank or credit union for a minimum three years, preferably where you mastered lending and investments, and you used your x-ray vision to spot sales and referral opportunities.
• You are excited to share with the world what you learned during your post-secondary education in finance, business administration or a related field. And you aren’t done learning; you have a desire to know more.
• You proudly hang your Investment Funds in Canada certificate in your office.
• You really like building relationships with a wide variety of people and want to help them with simple financial help.
• You are a big fan of teamwork and demonstrate your team spirit every day.
• You are a multi-tasking prodigy, able to efficiently and effectively prioritize and organize what needs to get done coupled with a high attention to detail.

We are searching for a Support Services Attendant to join our Cedarstone Enhanced Care team based in Truro, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $18.47- $18.77
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Dusts, cleans and polishes furniture, counters, shelving, walls, and window/door ledges.
• Cleans sinks, toilets and bath facilities.
• Fills and replenishes supplies in resident rooms, nursing units, and rest rooms.
• Empties and cleans trash receptacles and places trash in compactor and/or trash pickup area.
• Sorts laundry into appropriate piles based on the type of laundry (linens, mops, personal clothing)
• Operates washing machine using proper washing formulas.
• Operates dryer and extractor; loads clean, wet laundry into the machine, sets dials so the laundry is dried or damp-dried appropriately and unloads the machine.
• Sorts clean laundry into appropriate baskets or racks; counts linen needed for each area as per linen quota and puts on cart; notes name tags on resident clothing and puts on correct rack.
• Picks up soiled laundry and delivers clean laundry to resident areas within the facility using laundry carts.
• Checks laundry for tears, holes, missing buttons, etc. and forwards clothing needing repair to the seamstress.

About You

• High School/ GED completion
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in commercial housekeeping and/or laundry preferred
• Ability to learn and work in fast paced environment
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours/ shifts inclusive of days, weekends and holidays

We are searching for a Staffing and Scheduling Coordinator to join our Workforce Team based in Truro, Nova Scotia.

This is Temporary Full Time Opportunity with an approximate one (1) year Term.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (with employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity:

• Books off employees in accordance with the Collective Agreements, defined regional/facility rules and Shannex policy
• Follows established guidelines to fill vacant shifts resulting from immediate book offs, unfilled positions due to vacations/holidays and leaves of absences, per established guidelines and Shannex policy
• Receives and processes requests for unplanned leaves and requests for additional staffing, etc.
• Maintains accurate records of all employee hours worked (including agency staff, if applicable)
• Handles short calls and emergency schedule changes
• Makes future calls to fill vacancies 2 weeks in advance. Continually works to keep staffing in the future at levels that meet operational requirements and established guidelines
• Utilizes multiple phone lines to promptly answer incoming calls, address caller’s needs
• Utilizes Vocantas Automated Staffing program to assist with staffing calls
• Strategically plan schedules to ensure effective use of resources and minimal unnecessary overtime
• Creates, updates and modifies work schedules for assigned region in accordance with timelines
• Follows Collective Agreement (when applicable), Labour Standards and all assigned steps and checklists when generating schedules
• Verifies all schedules for accuracy prior to being shared with managers for review and sign off
• Works collaboratively with the Workforce Coordinator and operational leaders to assure that all scheduling needs are met

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Secondary education or diploma in a related field
• Previous experience in scheduling and staffing
• Working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word
• Previous experience with a computerized staffing system (i.e. Kronos) considered an asset
• Demonstrated flexibility in a changing environment
• Has ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Excellent communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• High level of initiative and attention to detail
• Working with minimal supervision
• Listens effectively to others and responds appropriately
• Ability to read and write in the English language
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality  accommodations, services and care.

Pay Grade:  MECHANIC  

Salary Range:  $31.20 Hourly

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Education: Candidates should have completion of a related Bachelors degree
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of three years of secretarial or administrative support experience

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be self-motivated individuals who work well independently and participate fully in a team environment. Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• The candidates should exhibit the ability to work independently in a busy and challenging environment, exercising sound judgment around issues requiring a high degree of tact and diplomacy
• The candidates should demonstrate attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in their work
• The candidates should expect to spend most of their time in a comfortable office setting
• The candidates should be prepared for occasional requirements to move or lift light objects such as office supplies, equipment and files
• The candidates should anticipate daily contact with the public, various government departments, as well as other local agencies and institutions
• The candidates should be prepared for a normal work week of 35 hours, with each day lasting 7 hours

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have completed a one (1) year business course
• The candidates should be collaborative team players with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, case management systems, and experience with records management processes and filing or bring forward systems Experience with STAR or STOR
• The candidates should possess excellent organizational, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills
• The candidates should be open to equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise
• The candidates should have completion of a 2-year diploma and 2 years of related experience or at least 4 years of related experience

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to act as a resource for the Service Delivery Manager and staff, supporting daily operations and contributing to the development of administrative process improvements
• The candidate should be able to prioritize and manage incoming mail and emails, responding or redirecting
• The candidate should be able to handle incoming calls, emails, and reception walk-ins with professionalism
• The candidate should be able to manage electronic calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange travel accommodations
• The candidate should be able to prepare agendas and take accurate minutes to ensure key decisions are recorded
• The candidate should be able to assist with budget coordination, process invoices, and ensure compliance with procurement procedures
• The candidate should be able to maintain data, prepare statistics, and generate reports
• The candidate should be able to maintain filing and retrieval systems, keeping manuals and reference materials current

Benefits:

• The candidates will get health, dental, life insurance, pension, general illness and Family Assistance Programs
• Salary: $1684.00 – $1884.17 Bi Weekly

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and competition number) through the below-mentioned details.

As a Route Sales Representative, there are two main accountabilities: (1) selling and developing the business and (2) servicing customers through delivery and merchandising. You will be responsible for developing and sustaining a growing snack foods business to an assigned group of retail customers, for example, grocery, gas and convenience stores.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive Compensation
• A flexible working environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work
• A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development
• An opportunity to be meaningful and impactful within your work and projects
• An opportunity to give back to the community with our Always on Volunteer 360 Program
• An organization that aims to use their scale, reach and expertise to build a more sustainable world

Responsibilities

• Identifying changing customer needs through a constant review of the highest selling products
• Frequent communication with store managers
• Developing all assigned accounts relative to sales volume, market share, product distribution, space allocation and customer service objectives
• Selling and executing national and local promotions, soliciting placement of incremental marketing equipment, displays, racks and selling product inventory for customer volume demands
• Managing inventory to ensure balanced accounts and fresh products for customers
• Executing hands on activities: managing product placement on shelves, increasing shelf facings and racks, handling carton returns, inventory movement and cleaning shelving and racks

Qualifications

• High School diploma required, University/College education is an asset
• Valid full G driver’s license or class 5 driver’s license
• A car or reliable, consistent access to a car and a clear/clean driving record
• Scheduling flexibility: work schedule can vary (weekends/holidays included)
• Previous sales experience with a consumer-packaged goods or retail organization preferred
• Outstanding organizational skills (able to handle multiple priorities, problem solve, meet targets
• Great with people and excellent communication skills

#PFCSales

We are searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Cedarstone Enhanced Care team based in Truro, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly rage: $28.32- $31.48
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, documenting and directing resident needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and internal staff;
• Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services;
• Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures;
• Administers and records prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice;
• Maintains the standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting;
• Applies dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy;
• Assists with supervision and evaluation of job performance and behavior of other health care staff.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Registration with the provincial Practical Nursing regulatory body
• ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• valid CPR & First Aid Certification preferred
• a clear criminal record with vulnerable sector screening
• any previous course in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to be a huge asset
• previous working experience with elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Location: 430 Grand Lake Road Sydney, NS B1P 5S8

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have a strong focus on client satisfaction
• The candidates should possess efficient interpersonal skills
• The candidates should be reliable
• The candidates should be team players

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to bring clean dishes, flatware, and other items to serving areas, set tables neatly and efficiently, and replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and serving areas as needed, ensuring guests have everything they require
• The candidates should be able to carry and replace linen, ensuring tables are properly dressed for dining, clear and clean tables, trays, and chairs promptly to maintain a clean dining environment, and load buspans and trays with used dishes and utensils for efficient transport to the kitchen
• The candidates should be able to keep records of the quantities of food used accurately to manage inventory effectively, package take-out food securely to maintain freshness during transportation, and portion and wrap foods neatly and consistently to ensure uniformity and hygiene
• The candidates should be able to prepare, heat, and finish simple food items according to established recipes and standards, serve customers at counters or buffet tables with attentiveness and professionalism, providing a positive dining experience, and stock refrigerators and salad bars with fresh ingredients to ensure availability for service
• The candidates should be able to take customers’ orders accurately, listening attentively to preferences and special requests, and use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foodstuffs efficiently and safely

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]