Operations Manager, Tank Rentals & Sales

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Requisition ID: 2094

Join the Bar W team today!

BarW is seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Operations Manager, Tank Rentals & Sales to lead a growing multi-location business across Western Cananda. This role is accountable for driving operational excellence, revenue growth, customer satisfaction, fleet utilization, and team development while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future growth of the Tank Rentals & Sales division and expanding BarW's market presence.

This position may be located Grande Prairie, Edmonton or Spruce Grove.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Performance

• Lead day-to-day Tank Rentals & Sales operations across all locations.
• Develop and implement strategies that improve efficiency, productivity, customer service, and profitability.
• Standardize processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate and timely billing and operational reporting.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions as needed.

Business Development & Customer Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to grow revenue and increase market share.
• Monitor industry trends and customer need to identify new business opportunities.
• Deliver a consistent, high-quality customer experience across all locations.
• Develop customer growth strategies and increase market share.
• Build and develop a high-performing tank operations team by establishing clear roles, performance expectations, accountability, and development plans while maintaining a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and employee engagement.

Financial Management

• Lead the development and execution of operational and sales budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and financial targets.
• Track financial performance and operational metrics.
• Provide recommendations and regular performance updates to senior leadership.
• Support strategic planning and long-term business objectives.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture in partnership with EH&S.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, industry, and company requirements.
• Champion safe work practices and employee training programs.
• Maintain consistent safety standards across all locations.

 

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support workforce planning and effective resource allocation.
• Work closely with Construction and Service teams to optimize resources and achieve business goals.

Fleet & Asset Management

• Monitor tank utilization and asset performance metrics.
• Optimize asset deployment to maximize rental revenue and return on investment.
• Develop long-term asset replacement and capital investment plans.

• Support the management and utilization of fleet, rental, and operational assets.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and utilized effectively.
• Participate in capital planning and asset investment decisions.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• A minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, customer service, and team management.
• Experience within tank rentals, oilfield services, industrial rentals, equipment rentals, construction services, or a related industry is strongly preferred.
• Proven success managing budgets, operational performance, and business growth initiatives.

• Strategic leadership and change management.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Customer-focused with excellent relationship-building abilities.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple business functions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business management systems.

This is a safety-sensitive position. Successful candidates may be required to successfully pass the following

• Drug & Alcohol Assessment
• Fit-for-Work Assessment
• Reference Checks
• Criminal Record Check

 

Why work at BarW?

• Competitive compensation, annual incentive program and overtime eligible
• Employer paid benefits: health, dental, health care spending account, personal spending account (health and fitness) & more
• RRSP program
• Paid vacation
• Employee and family assistance program
• Apprenticeship & education reimbursement program
• Career progression with an industry leading team of experts
• Company/Personal safety program
• Employee discounts

You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

• A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
• Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
• Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
• We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging

At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact careers@ufa.com.
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We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.