Coordinator, Railcar Maintenance

Canpotex Limited; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canpotex Limited in Saskatoon seeks a Railcar Maintenance Coordinator to support fleet reliability and ensure smooth maintenance operations. You will coordinate with railways, facilities, and service providers, monitor repair status, and manage movement and related billing while keeping detailed records.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience and a degree or diploma in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or Engineering, with willingness to travel and work non-traditional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations or Engineering.
• Three to five years of related experience preferred.
• Experience in safety-sensitive, industrial or transportation settings is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate railcar maintenance activities to support fleet reliability and availability.
• Monitor bad-order railcars, maintenance requirements, repair status, and fleet activity.
• Coordinate maintenance priorities with railways, facilities, providers, and internal teams.
• Support railcar movement and billing related to maintenance and refurbishment.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support planning and decision-making.
• Monitor work completion and follow up on outstanding activities.
• Escalate issues impacting fleet availability or maintenance performance.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Teamwork

Tech Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Not every role connects Saskatchewan to the world. This one does.

At Canpotex, you'll do more than learn how a global business works. You'll contribute to meaningful work, build relationships across the organization, and gain hands-on experience in a business that connects Saskatchewan potash to customers in more than 40 countries worldwide. Along the way, you'll learn from experienced colleagues who share knowledge, encourage questions, and support your growth.

As a Coordinator, Railcar Maintenance you’ll:

• Coordinate railcar maintenance activities to support fleet reliability and availability.
• Monitor and track bad-order railcars, maintenance requirements, repair status, and fleet activity using operational systems and reporting tools.
• Coordinate maintenance priorities and work progress with railways, maintenance facilities, service providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Support railcar movement and billing activities related to maintenance, repair, and refurbishment programs.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation to support planning, compliance, and decision-making.
• Monitor work completion, follow up on outstanding activities, and support timely issue resolution.
• Escalate issues that may impact fleet availability, maintenance performance, or operational objectives.

You’ll bring:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, or Engineering, with three to five years of related experience.
• Experience working in a safety-sensitive, industrial, or transportation environment is considered an asset.
• Ability to travel and work non-traditional business hours as required.

Talent Profile:

• Clear & Impactful Communication: Ability to communicate clear and accurate information with a variety of stakeholders, including railways, maintenance facilities, service providers, and internal teams
• Problem Solving: Identifies issues impacting maintenance execution and fleet availability and exercises sound judgment regarding when issues should be escalated.
• Flexibility & Responsiveness: Ability to respond effectively to changing operational priorities.
• Team Partnership: Works collaboratively and builds strong working relationships with internal and external partners to support shared operational objectives.
• Technology Proficiency: Strong technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience utilizing operational, maintenance, reporting, and workflow systems.
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrated commitment to accuracy by maintaining maintenance records, tracking fleet activities, monitoring work progress, and ensuring operational information is complete and reliable.

Why Canpotex?

• Build Confidence Through Experience: Take on real responsibility, apply feedback, and develop judgment through hands‑on experience.
• Real Work, Real Impact: Contribute to projects and initiatives that support our business and customers around the world.
• Build a Career Connected to the World: Experience how local expertise contributes to international markets and global food security.
• Investing in People: Build your skills in an environment that values development, encourages continuous learning, and supports your growth through mentorship and guidance.

About Canpotex

Canpotex is a global business, built from Saskatchewan. For more than 50 years, Canpotex has delivered Canadian potash to customers overseas, helping support agricultural productivity and global food security. From our headquarters in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, our teams operate across overseas markets and work closely with customers, suppliers, and transportation networks across the supply chain to keep the business moving.

We value the different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives people bring to our team, and are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and be themselves. We recognize the diverse nature of applicants and consider a combination of equivalent education and experience. We are committed to equal opportunity through our recruitment process and welcome qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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