Assistant Track Supervisor

Canadian National Railway Company; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is seeking a hands-on supervisor to lead track operations and ensure safety across our networks. You will coordinate track gangs, oversee hi-rail activities, and uphold CN standards and Transport Canada guidelines.

The role requires strong leadership, safety judgment, and experience with collective agreements. Travel up to 50% and resilience under tight deadlines are expected. CN offers a safety-focused, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in safety compliance or regulatory environments.
• Experience troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Experience supervising a unionized workforce is preferred.
• Budget management experience is a plus.
• Experience interpreting collective agreements and handling grievances.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN’s operating plan.
• Supervise and lead activities of track gangs, track employees, and hi-rail operations.
• Handle engineering operations which include compliance with safe work procedures, Transport Canada guidelines, and CN 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.
• Follow 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.

Skills

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Budget management

Labor relations

Supervising unionized workforce

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Driver’s Licence

Railroad Operating Signals certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

TIS (Track Inspection System)

Job description

Job Summary

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Main Responsibilities

• Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN’s operating plan
• Supervise and lead activities of track gangs, track employees, and hi-rail operations
• Handle engineering operations which include compliance with safe work procedures, Transport Canada guidelines, and CN 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
• Follow 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 environment 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

• Between 3 to 5 years of experience in safety compliance
• Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving
• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment*
• Budget management experience*
• Labor 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 Driver’s Licence
• Certified in Railroad Operating Signals*

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

Competencies

• Leads by example for the safety and security of all
• Considers ESG principles in all operations
• Identifies potential safety and security risks
• Demonstrates active listening
• 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

• General Microsoft computer skills*
• Ability to conduct 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.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America'ssafest, mostinclusiveandsustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. 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 [e-mail].

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