Assistant Flagging Supervisor

The Assistant Flagging Supervisor is responsible for managing the weekly schedule for the flagging group and coordinating schedules and duties between internal and external parties. The position provides daily support to the Flagging Supervisor by assisting in all flagging protection activities over the assigned territory in accordance with sound engineering practices railway standards procedures and rules.

Help plan schedule for the following week

Call employees to inform them of schedule changes or overtime

Check time entry and expense accounts in Systems Applications and Products (SAP)

Help the Supervisor manage occupational injuries and accidents

Manage absences and replacements

Conduct necessary investigations for various situations particularly for disciplinary issues and document them in the systems

Attend weekly management meetings with the Supervisors and Foremen

Manage the vehicle fleet (e.g. change in allocations and plan for mechanical maintenance) and allocation of phones and computers

Keep inventory and distribution of material updated

Coach flagmen on protection inspection of compliance with guidelines and provide targeted support

Keep employee files and worksite information files updated

Support the supervisor in managing unforeseen events employees to be reassigned and any related administrative tasks

Build weekly safety calls to discuss safety injuries new process and rules with the team

Build quarterly in person safety days to discuss safety injuries new process and rules with the team

Handle on-the-job training for employees and contractors

Replace the Supervisor as needed at worksite and project meetings

Respond daily to emails that come into the Flag inbox

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments with various weather conditions with shift work. The role is required to be on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents. Due to the nature of the role the incumbent is required to meet tight deadlines handle pressure and stress. The role requires regular travel (50%) within the territory.

Railway Operation

Between 2 to 4 years of experience in railway operation

Valid Drivers Licence

o Minimum 2 years of flagging experience*

o Experience supervising a unionized workforce*

o Labor Relations (LR) experience (i.e. interpretation of collective agreements response to grievances negotiations with union representatives discipline)*

*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

Sets direction and inspires others

Communicates with impact

Collaborates with others and shares information

Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

Solves problems to create value

Leads by example for the safety and security of all

Considers ESG principles in all operations

Delegates and empowers others to create accountability

Advanced Computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel Outlook Word)

Comprehensive knowledge of construction and maintenance operating rules engineering standards and engineering operation measures

Strong English communication skills both written and verbal

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers shareholders employees and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy to the customers and to the communities it serves CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources manufactured products and finished goods throughout North America every year. CNs network connects Canadas Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20000-mile rail and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN we are dedicated to building North Americassafest mostinclusiveandsustainable railroad which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often dont apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants even if you dont meet every job requirement listed in a posting we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) please get in touch with our team at.

As an equal opportunity employer qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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Required Experience:

Manager