Manager Production Welding

CPKC; Barrie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Manager of Production Welding, where you will lead a dedicated team in track construction projects across a vast network. This role offers the chance to enhance safety and productivity while mentoring your team. With a competitive benefits package and a commitment to employee growth, you’ll be part of a transformative journey in the railway industry. Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment that values innovation and teamwork.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Company pension plan

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Performance Incentive Program

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Part-time Studies Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in Track Renewal/Maintenance preferred.
• Solid understanding of Red Book, SPC's, GEI.

Responsibilities

• Mentor an average of 12 direct reports to improve efficiency and accountability.
• Ensure CPKC regulatory compliance for track projects.

Skills

Thermite Welding

Flash Butt Welding

Project Management

People Leadership

Microsoft Excel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Talent Acquisition Advisor - Engineering

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: Manage and lead a team of employees working on track construction projects, providing leadership for safety, service, and productivity. Railway experience is preferred; candidates with 5+ years of thermite and/or flash butt welding experience are ideal.

Position accountabilities:

1. Mentor an average of 12 direct reports to improve efficiency and accountability.
2. This position involves 100% travel (expenses covered by CPKC), on an 8 on, 6 off schedule.
3. Territory covers Chapleau to Dorian and ending in Windsor.
4. Review planned capital work, confirm material and execution requirements.
5. Ensure CPKC regulatory compliance for track projects.
6. Promote and implement CPKC policies, safety practices, and procedures.
7. Participate in developing and implementing work processes for continuous improvement.

Position requirements:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Construction and/or manufacturing management background considered in lieu of railway experience.
3. 5+ years of supervisory experience in Track Renewal/Maintenance preferred.
4. Solid understanding of Red Book, SPC's, GEI.
5. Ability to lead project plans and schedules.
6. People leadership skills.
7. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

What CPKC has to offer:

1. Flexible and competitive benefits package.
2. Company pension plan.
3. Employee Share Purchase Plan.
4. Performance Incentive Program.
5. Annual Fitness Subsidy.
6. Part-time Studies Program.

Additional information: Location may change based on organizational needs. All new hires for safety-sensitive positions require pre-employment medical and drug tests, including physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug assessments.

Background Investigation: Successful candidates will undergo criminal history, reference, education, and driver’s license checks.

Management Conductor Program: Employees may need to obtain or maintain conductor or locomotive engineer certifications.

CPKC is committed to employment equity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ members, and those with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. All applicant information is managed according to PIPEDA.

• Req ID: 104451
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Toronto, Ontario
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 90-100%