Supervisor, Track

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This is a position at Grade 9.

Job Summary

The Incumbent is responsible for managing the operations of an assigned territory that involves track inspection and repairs as well as replacing rails ties switches and ballasts.

Main Responsibilities

Manage engineering operations as outlined in CNs operating plan

Supervise a team of Assistant Track Supervisors who are responsible for rail inspection

Supervise and manage activities of track gangs track inspectors and hyrail operations

Manage engineering operations which includes enforcing compliance with safe work procedures Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) guidelines and CN policies and regulations

Lead people with clear direction and goals while providing coaching and guidance to employees through regular performance monitoring

Apply collective agreement and company policies by conducting investigations recommending corrective actions and responding to grievances

Ensure compliance with Transport Canada rules and regulations

Manage budgets and workforce productivity within CN policies and the Five Guiding Principles

Ensure clear communication of track condition and daily production information to senior management in order to make adjustments

Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service while working with Transportation and Mechanical to determine cause and future prevention

Working Conditions

The role will be partially performed in an office environment as well as outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions with irregular hours including nights weekends and holidays. The position may be relocated if necessary. The role requires travelling (50%) at times without advance notice. Due to the nature of the role the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines handle pressure and manage stress. The position requires responding to unexpected and emergency situations and being able to lift up to 70 lbs.

Requirements

Experience

Relevant Work Experience

Safety compliance experience

Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving

Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment

Budget management experience

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

Experience as an Assistant Track Supervisor and in construction program supervision

Experience supervising a unionized workforce

Education/Certification/Designation

High School Diploma

Post-Secondary Diploma*

Valid drivers licence

Have received courses and training required for inspection and railroad Operations

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

Technical Skills/Knowledge

General Microsoft Computer skills*

Conducting investigations after an accident*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

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.

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Required Experience:

Manager