Assistant Track Supervisor- 18 Month Contract- EN

CN; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading North American railroad company is hiring an Engineering Operations Lead to oversee track safety and engineering operations. The role requires strong safety compliance and team leadership skills, as well as experience in managing a unionized workforce. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years in safety roles and a relevant educational background. Join our mission to create a safe, inclusive, and sustainable railroad environment.

Benefits

Paid training

Opportunities for long-term career growth

Safety-focused culture

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in safety compliance.
• Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Experience in budget management.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN's operating plan.
• Supervise track gangs and ensure safety compliance.
• Conduct regulatory inspections to ensure track safety.

Skills

Safety Compliance

Troubleshooting and Problem Solving

Budget Management

Labour Relations

Unionized Workforce Supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Certified in Railroad Operating Signals

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You will be part of ensuring our business runs optimally and safely, helping keep the economy on track. We provide paid training and opportunities that support long-term careers and recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. This is a close-knit, safety-focused culture where we work together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work matters. This is an 18 month contract.

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 including 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 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 to enable timely adjustments
• 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 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 weather and environmental conditions with irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Regular travel (up to 50%) across the assigned territory is required at times without advance notice. The incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and stress, respond to unexpected and emergency situations, and lift up to 70 lbs.

Requirements - Experience

Safety Compliance

• Between 3 to 5 years of experience in safety compliance

Additional desirable experience includes troubleshooting and problem solving, relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment, budget management experience, labour relations experience (interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline, etc.), and experience supervising a unionized workforce.

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
• Bachelor’s Degree*
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Certified in Railroad Operating Signals*

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*

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with a strong commitment to safety and service. We transport more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods across North America each year. CN’s network connects Canada’s coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN has contributed to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919 and powers the North American economy with programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America’s safest, most inclusive, and most sustainable railroad, reflecting the communities we serve. If you don’t meet every job requirement, we still encourage you to apply. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]. As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status as required by law. Please monitor your email for communication about applications.