Postal and courier services managers
High opportunity occupation
Career Overview
Postal and courier services managers:
- Plan, organize and direct the activities and operations in postal facilities and in establishments that provide courier services
- Are employed by Canada Post Corporation and by courier companies
Job Titles
Duties
Postal and courier services managers perform some or all of the following duties:
- Plan, organize and direct the activities and operations of postal facilities and courier service companies or operational divisions within Canada Post and courier service companies
- Manage the duties of supervisors and other staff
- Manage the accurate and effective movement of mail and parcels through sorting facilities
- Review the effectiveness of assigned operations and carry out changes to postal and courier operations
- Prepare and submit budget estimates and manage the expenditures of postal and courier facilities
- Interview, hire and provide training for staff
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
685% Employed Full Time
76%Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office.
Career Pathways
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Education, Training and Skills
- A university degree or college diploma is usually required
- Several years of supervisory or operational experience within a postal or courier facility are usually required
Education programs in B.C.
Skills
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Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
685Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 30 | 4.4% |
| Kootenay | 10 | 1.5% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 435 | 63.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 20 | 2.9% |
| Northeast | 25 | 3.6% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 75 | 10.9% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 95 | 13.9% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
340Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 0 | -1.6% |
| Kootenay | Not available | Not available |
| Mainland/Southwest | 230 | 1.6% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 10 | 3.2% |
| Northeast | Not available | Not available |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 40 | 1.3% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 40 | 1.1% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Transportation and Warehousing | 340 |
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