Supervisor, Passenger Equipment

Cochrane - Canada

Yearly Salary: CAD 97578 - 114790

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

POSITION: Supervisor Passenger Equipment
REPORTS TO: Manager Production
DEPARTMENT: Rail Mechanical
LOCATION: Cochrane
REFERENCE:
SALARY: $97578 - $114790

WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1100 skilled professionals we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture along with a competitive salary excellent benefit package a defined benefit pension plan paid vacation paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.
Ontario Northland takes pride in leading the reinstatement of passenger rail services in Northeastern Ontario a crucial initiative aimed at enhancing regional connectivity. As we progress on this important undertaking we are actively seeking dedicated and skilled individuals to join our esteemed Northlander team. As a valued member of the Northlander team youll have the opportunity to collaborate across various disciplines contributing your expertise to shape the future of transportation in Ontario and foster vital connections within communities. Dont miss an opportunity to contribute to the new era of the Northlander apply now and embark on a rewarding career with Ontario Northland!

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Supervisor Passenger Equipment is responsible for overseeing the safe efficient and timely completion of truck work for locomotive freight and passenger customers and ensures that production schedules are met and work is completed in accordance with quality specifications and safety standards.

MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Schedule and oversee daily routine and annual inspections and maintenance for passenger coaches freight cars locomotives OCS equipment (IB/reefer cars) fleet vehicles the 5ton truck and fallarrest equipment.
Plan and coordinate Northlander and coach maintenance schedules including Northlander car training and meetings.
Oversee building maintenance and ensure proper function of shop infrastructure such as the oil separator fuel stand and wasteoil disposal systems.
Oversee rip track/car repairs and coordinate special projects such as dining car modifications railhauling cars and derailed equipment repair.
Respond to derailments rail emergencies wheel changeouts and road repairs supervising Hoesch crews and thirdparty contractors as required.
Dispatch employees for offsite inspections and repairs and oversee scheduled duties at outlying points (Hearst Rouyn Englehart Kidd Creek).
Order parts for coaches freight cars locomotives and specialized project materials ensuring proper storage of explosive or hazardous products.
Ensure all work meets AAR Transport Canada and company standards and policies.
Monitor and enforce PPE availability and compliance and complete health and safety observations and Intelex reporting.
Maintain and update required training documents ensure training is current and forecast future training needs.
Assign work evenly across shifts and coordinate daily operations ensuring adequate staffing to minimize equipment downtime.
Plan for employee timeoff requests in coordination with the Operations Support Manager.
Schedule apprentice training and rotations with the apprenticeship committee.
Supervise staff promote a safe work environment and ensure effective communication across the team.

REQUIREMENTS:

Secondary School Diploma GED or CAEC.
Trade Certification in Railway Car Technician (268R) or Electrician Construction & Maintenance (309A).
23 years of experience in a relevant trade.
Previous supervisory experience preferably in a unionized environment.
Strong leadership abilities with proven experience managing teams in an operational setting.
Knowledge of railway operations railway equipment diagnostics and locations.
Understanding of electrical systems and drawings for coaches locomotives and track equipment.
Knowledge of locomotive and coach air brake systems.
Familiarity with the Canada Labour Code Part II and collective agreements.
Valid drivers license.
First Aid/CPR (including AED) preferred.
WHMIS TDG overhead crane and fallarrest training preferred.
Excellent communication skills for working with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational timemanagement criticalthinking and problemsolving skills.
Proficiency with computers Microsoft Office and cloudbased platforms (Teams SharePoint).
Commitment to company health and safety standards.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: February 22 2026 no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document) stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: Ontario Northland we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples racialized persons women persons with disabilities and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA.

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources.

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Required Experience:

Manager

POSITION: Supervisor Passenger EquipmentREPORTS TO: Manager ProductionDEPARTMENT: Rail Mechanical LOCATION: CochraneREFERENCE: SALARY: $97578 - $114790WHO WE ARE:Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital ...

Schedule and oversee daily routine and annual inspections and maintenance for passenger coaches freight cars locomotives OCS equipment (IB/reefer cars) fleet vehicles the 5ton truck and fallarrest equipment.
Plan and coordinate Northlander and coach maintenance schedules including Northlander car training and meetings.
Oversee building maintenance and ensure proper function of shop infrastructure such as the oil separator fuel stand and wasteoil disposal systems.
Oversee rip track/car repairs and coordinate special projects such as dining car modifications railhauling cars and derailed equipment repair.
Respond to derailments rail emergencies wheel changeouts and road repairs supervising Hoesch crews and thirdparty contractors as required.
Dispatch employees for offsite inspections and repairs and oversee scheduled duties at outlying points (Hearst Rouyn Englehart Kidd Creek).
Order parts for coaches freight cars locomotives and specialized project materials ensuring proper storage of explosive or hazardous products.
Ensure all work meets AAR Transport Canada and company standards and policies.
Monitor and enforce PPE availability and compliance and complete health and safety observations and Intelex reporting.
Maintain and update required training documents ensure training is current and forecast future training needs.
Assign work evenly across shifts and coordinate daily operations ensuring adequate staffing to minimize equipment downtime.
Plan for employee timeoff requests in coordination with the Operations Support Manager.
Schedule apprentice training and rotations with the apprenticeship committee.
Supervise staff promote a safe work environment and ensure effective communication across the team.

REQUIREMENTS:

Secondary School Diploma GED or CAEC.
Trade Certification in Railway Car Technician (268R) or Electrician Construction & Maintenance (309A).
23 years of experience in a relevant trade.
Previous supervisory experience preferably in a unionized environment.
Strong leadership abilities with proven experience managing teams in an operational setting.
Knowledge of railway operations railway equipment diagnostics and locations.
Understanding of electrical systems and drawings for coaches locomotives and track equipment.
Knowledge of locomotive and coach air brake systems.
Familiarity with the Canada Labour Code Part II and collective agreements.
Valid drivers license.
First Aid/CPR (including AED) preferred.
WHMIS TDG overhead crane and fallarrest training preferred.
Excellent communication skills for working with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational timemanagement criticalthinking and problemsolving skills.
Proficiency with computers Microsoft Office and cloudbased platforms (Teams SharePoint).
Commitment to company health and safety standards.

Required Experience:

Manager

Key Skills

Parts Inventory
Cost Reduction
Equipment Maintenance
Maintenance Procedures
personal protective
API
CAD
SolidWorks
Process Engineering
PLC
Preventive Maintenance
Process Equipment
Maintenance Activities
Technical Support
Air Compressors

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