Trainmaster

CPKC; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Trainmaster, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of traffic across a vast railway network. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead operations, coordinate train movements, and enhance safety protocols. With a commitment to employee growth and development, you'll have access to a flexible benefits package, a pension plan, and performance incentives. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the rail industry while enjoying a dynamic work environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Company pension plan

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Performance Incentive Program

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Part-time Studies Program

Qualifications

• Previous railway experience as a conductor is an asset.
• 2 years’ supervisory experience in logistics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate train movements within the yard and mainline.
• Provide leadership accountability for safety and service metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Relocation assistance available for those relocating to Chapleau.

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose, and culture.

Purpose of the Position:

The Assistant Trainmaster will support the efficient movement of traffic within the road territory and yard-terminal by developing, coordinating, and ensuring the daily yard-terminal/road operating plan is completed in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Position Accountabilities:

1. Coordinate all train movements within the yard and mainline through active supervision of personnel and communication across departments, ensuring compliance with the Local Service Operating Plan and Operating Plan.
2. Coordinate and standardize processes related to the operating plan, including arrival, classification, building, inspecting, and dispatching of trains.
3. Provide leadership accountability for safety, service, productivity, and financial metrics.
4. Lead Trains and Engines operating employees as a safety leader by active observations, rule compliance discussions, and preventative staff engagement.
5. Operate trains occasionally; maintain necessary certifications and licenses (e.g., Canadian Rail Operating Rules, Engineer) as per industry regulations.
6. Assist in crew transportation to and from trains.

Position Requirements:

• Previous railway experience as a conductor and Locomotive Engineer qualification is an asset.
• 2 years’ supervisory experience in logistics or an operational environment preferred.
• Availability to work all shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in all weather conditions.
• Strong leadership presence with drive and commitment to career growth.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills to analyze root causes and resolve complex issues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and situations.
• Effective communication skills, including clear instructions over radio.
• Ability to read and understand safety instructions, operating rules, and regulations in English.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proficiency in MS Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.

What CPKC Offers:

• Flexible, competitive benefits package.
• Company pension plan.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Performance Incentive Program.
• Annual Fitness Subsidy.
• Part-time Studies Program.

Additional Information:

Position location may change based on organizational needs. All safety-critical hires require pre-employment medical, drug testing, and background checks, including criminal history, references, and driver’s license verification.

Management Conductor Program: Opportunities to qualify as a conductor or locomotive engineer, with ongoing certification maintenance.

CPKC is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups. Accommodation requests are welcome.

Req ID: 104500

Department: Operations Central Division

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Non-Union

Location: Chapleau, Ontario, Canada

% of Travel: 10-20%

# of Positions: 1

Job Grade: 4

Open to: Internal & External applicants