Transition Lead at Midland Transport

Midland Transport is currently seeking a Transition Lead in Dieppe, NB. The Transition Lead is a leadership role in the Transformation Program, responsible for leading the end‑to‑end deployment and rollout strategy across the terminal network. This role ensures the successful transition from Build to Deploy by defining and executing a structured, repeatable deployment model that enables consistent, operationally ready rollouts across Operations.

The Transition Lead ensures deployment activities are executed with discipline, operational rigor, and minimal disruption to the business. They are responsible for terminal readiness across people, process, data, and technology dimensions, and for driving go‑live, hypercare, stabilization, and value realization through embedded process and daily management.

This role partners closely with the Program Manager, Product Owners, Change Management, Training, and Operations stakeholders to align deployment execution with program priorities, governance milestones, and business outcomes—ensuring each wave delivers measurable value.

• A dynamic, safe, and rewarding work environment
• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
• RRSP matching program
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• 3 weeks' paid vacation
• Maternity leave top-up program
• Growth and progression opportunities within Midland Transport and large network of the JD Irving group of companies

• Own end‑to‑end deployment strategy, including terminal sequencing, wave planning, scaling, and readiness criteria.
• Lead rollout execution across terminals, coordinating cross‑functional teams to deliver on schedule with minimal disruption.
• Build and manage a team of Transition Leads, ensuring accountability and consistent delivery across waves.
• Ensure terminal readiness across people, process, data, and technology prior to go‑live.
• Align rollout execution with program priorities, milestones, and resource plans in partnership with program leadership.
• Oversee go‑live, cutover, hypercare, and stabilization to ensure smooth transition to steady-state operations.
• Track adoption, risks, and performance metrics, providing clear reporting to leadership and governance.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 8-10+ years of experience in transformation delivery, large-scale rollout execution, or operational deployment within complex, multi-site environments.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Scrum certification (Scrum Master or Product Owner)
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt considered an asset.
• Proven experience leading multi-wave deployment strategies and managing teams of leads or coordinators across distributed locations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage go-live, cutover, hypercare, and stabilization activities while maintaining operational continuity
• Experience working with Agile, hybrid, or phased delivery models in enterprise transformation programs
• Experience in the Transportation industry.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to build, coach and hold accountable a team of deployment leads across multiple workstreams.

• Strong analytical skills with an evidence-based approach to readiness assessment, risk management, and deployment decision-making.

At Midland, we’re not just moving freight — we’re building the next generation of transportation. We’ve been one of the most trusted carriers in Canada and the United States for over 55 years. We are driven by superior quality service, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We’re investing in technology to deliver measurable customer-focused solutions, and we’re also committed to sustainability and growth.

Joining Midland means becoming part of a dynamic company that values safety, continuous improvement, and results. Our employees are the driving force behind our success, and we’re proud to foster a workplace where talent thrives, ideas are valued, and careers are built for the long haul. Whether on the road or in a service centre or office, every Midland employee helps build lasting relationships with our customers. We’re looking for motivated and skilled people who want to contribute to our high-performing team and be part of a business that is growing, evolving, and setting the standard in transportation and logistics.

Let’s drive success together.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.