When you join the Halifax Port Authority (HPA), you’re stepping into a role with impact, purpose, and the opportunity to make a difference on a global scale. Guided by our values of accountability, collaboration, inclusion, integrity and resilience, we work together to connect Canada to the world.

The world’s largest shipping lines call here, connecting the port to more than 150 countries. Every day, our team supports a leading international gateway that drives lasting prosperity for our communities.

Our core mandate is to facilitate the movement of goods and people to support economic development while ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable operations. Our business includes three distinct lines of activity – cargo, cruise and real estate – supported by our dedicated and talented employees.

We are ISO45001 certified and deeply committed to a culture of safety, ensuring the well-being of every team member is our top priority.

At the Halifax Port Authority, you'll be part of something bigger, joining an inspiring team that is helping shape the future for the region, the province and Canada.

Currently, the Halifax Port Authority (“HPA”) requires a

Business Analyst

The Halifax Port Authority is seeking a Business Analyst to help drive cargo and trade growth at the Port of Halifax through insightful data analysis and strong business partnering. In this role, you will use data to analyze historical performance, industry trends, and operational flow, translating complex information into actionable insights that support commercial development, intermodal optimization, and informed decision-making.

Reporting to the Director, Intermodal Optimization, and working closely with the Trade Data Analytics Lead, this role serves as a critical analytical bridge between trade performance, intermodal operations, and HPA’s broader commercial objectives. If you are passionate about data, enjoy collaborating across teams, and want to contribute to the success of a world-class port, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to make an impact.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze internal and external commercial, trade, and operational data to identify trends, opportunities, and performance gaps
• Develop, maintain, and evolve HPA’s business intelligence tools, including dashboards, balanced scorecards, and performance reports
• Maintain a comprehensive and accurate database of the port’s commercial and intermodal operational activities
• Produce clear, data-driven reports, visualizations, and recommendations to support decision-making across the organization
• Conduct flow forecasting, identify operational bottlenecks, and support initiatives to improve intermodal fluidity
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and usability across BI dashboards, SharePoint trade reports, carrier stakeholder reports, and website content
• Translate operational and trade data into business-relevant insights for internal leaders and external stakeholder discussions
• Support responses to customer and partner data requests (e.g., BCOs, NVOCCs) with accurate, decision-oriented analysis
• Maintain and update intermodal performance reports and Port Operations Centre data on the HPA website
• Collaborate closely with teams across HPA to support cross-functional analysis, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives

What You Bring:

• A university degree in Business, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field, with at least one year of relevant practical experience
• Strong data analysis skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel and MS Office
• Experience with SQL, Python, R, or similar programming languages, and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Familiarity with the Azure environment is considered an asset
• Experience or exposure to supply chain management, intermodal operations, or project management is an asset
• Data analytics certification or a relevant professional designation is an asset
• Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to apply analytics in a business context
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset, balanced with the ability to work independently and resourcefully
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfort working under pressure to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities

Why you’ll love working here:

• Dynamic workplace that embraces professional development
• Benefits that make a difference
• Commitment to sustainability – HPA Sustainability Strategy
• Cutting-edge technology and innovation
• Inclusive and supportive culture
• Community partnership
• …and of course, the stunning Halifax Harbour view from our doorstep

How to apply:

Head to our website to learn more and apply Careers | Port of Halifax.

At the Halifax Port Authority, we embrace a culture of belonging. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or whom you love, we welcome your application. We all come from diverse backgrounds with unique perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and people of colour, women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the application and interview process, please let us know. To request accommodation, please contact jparker@porthalifax.ca*.*

We thank all applicants and ensure that all inquiries will be treated confidentially; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.