Manager Alberta Railcar Cleaning & Maintenance

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Alberta; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial services provider is looking for a Rail Car Cleaning Manager in Alberta. This full-time role offers a salary of $140,000–$160,000 per year and focuses on overseeing operations, managing client relationships, and ensuring operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in industrial services, with a proven track record in leadership and safety compliance. This position provides opportunities for advancement and offers a company vehicle and bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Company vehicle with personal use

Bonuses

Company Credit card

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial services or rail logistics, minimum 2 years in a management role.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
• Valid driver’s license; occasional travel required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the scheduling of rail car cleaning jobs.
• Oversee crew performance and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaborate with leadership on forecasting and budgeting.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Client relations

Knowledge of safety standards

Communication skills

Job description

Confidential — Alberta. Full-time position with a salary of $140,000–$160,000 per year.

We are seeking a results-driven Rail Car Cleaning Manager to oversee and expand rail car cleaning operations. This leadership role focuses on operational efficiency, client relations, workforce planning, and overall service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the scheduling of rail car cleaning jobs across multiple sites
• Oversee crew performance through team leads and site supervisors
• Ensure work is delivered safely, on time, and to client specifications
• Develop and implement SOPs, safety procedures, and quality control measures
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and service consistency
• Collaborate with senior leadership on forecasting, budgeting, and business development
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and training strategies for field personnel
• Monitor KPIs, identify inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in industrial services or rail logistics, with at least 2 in a management role
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple moving parts
• In-depth knowledge of safety, compliance, and environmental standards in industrial cleaning
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and client expectations
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel occasionally as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Company vehicle with personal use
• Bonuses
• Company Credit card
• A leadership role with real decision-making responsibility
• A respected and growing company with a decade-long track record
• Opportunities for advancement within a performance-driven culture