Assistant Track Supervisor

Canadian National Railway Company; Camrose; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian National Railway Company seeks an Assistant Track Supervisor to lead a track territory, oversee inspection and repairs, and support the Track Supervisor daily.

The role requires coordinating crews, ensuring compliance with Transport Canada guidelines and CN standards, and maintaining safety through inspections and investigations. A valid driver’s license and union experience are assets.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in safety compliance.
• Experience supervising a unionized workforce.
• Experience working under labour relations and grievances processes.
• Knowledge of CN safety policies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN’s operating plan.
• Supervise and lead track gangs, track employees, and hi-rail operations.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance through inspections and audits.
• Plan, schedule and perform track repairs and maintenance.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents.

Skills

lead operations

supervise track gangs

safety compliance

investigations

coaching and guidance

communication

budget oversight

emergency response

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver’s License

Railroad Signals Certification

Tools

Track Inspection System (TIS)

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Track Supervisor is responsible for leading the operations of an assigned territory that involves track inspection and repairs. The role oversees replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballasts. In addition, the position provides daily support to the Track Supervisor.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN’s operating plan
• Supervise and lead activities of track gangs, t rack employees , and h i-rail operations
• Handle engineering operations which include compliance with safe work procedures, Transport Canada guidelines, and C N standards, 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
• Oversee 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 adjust
• Ensure the safety of the track through regulatory inspections and input findings into the Track Inspection System (TIS) to monitor track condition
• F ollow up on reported track issues to ensure they maintain compliance with standards
• Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with Transportation and Mechanical to establish cause and future prevention
• Perform safety audits for the unionized workforce and conduct safety engagements
• Plan, schedule and perform track repairs and maintenance
• Respond to emergencies

Working Conditions

The role will be partially performed in an office envir onment and outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions with irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The role requires regular travel (up to 50%) across their assigned territory at times without advance notice. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and stress. The position requires responding to unexpected and emergency situations , and being able to lift up to 70 lbs.

Requirements

Experience

Safety Compliance

• Between 3 to 5 years of experience in s afety compliance
• Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving
• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment*
• Labo u r Relations experience (i.e. , interpretation of collective agreements , response to grievances , negotiations with union representatives , discipline, etc.)*
• Experience supervising a unionized workforce*
• *Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
• Bachelor’s Degree *
• Valid D river’s L icence
• Certified in Railroad Operating Signals*
• *Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Leads by example for the safety and security of all

• Leads by example for the safety and security of all
• Considers ESG principles in all operations
• Identifies potential safety and security risks
• Solves problems to create value
• Develops self and others
• Delegates and empowers others to create accountability
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Sets direction and inspires others
• Communicates with impact
• Demonstrates agility and drives change

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Ability to c onduct 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. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN 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.

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