Manager - Tamper Training

Canadian Pacific Railway; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading railway company as a Manager of Tamper Training, ensuring tamper operators are trained and qualified. Oversee training programs, coordinate with technical teams, and maintain safety standards. This role offers a flexible benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension plan

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Performance Incentive Program

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Qualifications

• Ten years’ experience in production crews.
• Five years’ experience as a Group 1 or Special Group Machine Operator.

Responsibilities

• Oversees mentors in the qualifications process of tamper operators.
• Conducts field on-the-job training for tamper operators.
• Plans and implements classroom operator training programs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Tamping equipment

Job description

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Manager - Tamper Training

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.

* Role can be based across the CPKC Western Canadian territory and will be determined based on the successful candidate *

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Manager, Tamper Training, will ensure that tamper operators on the assigned territory are trained and qualified to safely operate tamper (various models) and that there are sufficient qualified operators to meet tamper operator demands. Document, process, and track qualification/disqualification of engineering employees.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Oversees mentors assigned to assist in the qualifications process of tamper operators.
2. Arranges and conducts field on-the-job training of tamper operators, including review of Field Guides, Operator's Manuals, Preventive Maintenance Guides, and Lock-out Tag-out procedures.
3. Plans and implements classroom operator training programs.
4. Provides instruction and guidance to work equipment operators on the geographic territory.
5. Coordinates other training for tamper operators with the Technical Training group.
6. Coordinates and arranges for vendor-supplied operation and maintenance instruction.
7. Identifies and consults in the development and implementation of new training initiatives.
8. Ensures that training and qualification records support the objective of qualifying all tamper operators before positions are awarded through LMS.
9. Investigates failures or damage to machines or equipment as required and recommends remedial actions, including disqualification of tamper operators.
10. Leads the bulletin awards process for production, including machine operator position awards.
11. Ensures safe practices, as recommended by machine manufacturers and/or CPKC regulations, are adhered to.
12. Administers the collective agreement in all responsibility areas.
13. Participates in staff requirements, including new hires.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

1. High school diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Ten years’ experience in production crews with at least five years’ experience as a Group 1 or Special Group Machine Operator.
3. Knowledge and understanding of engineering field operations and production crews.
4. Knowledge of tamping equipment operation and safety procedures.
5. Knowledge/understanding of CBA related to qualification/disqualification of positions.
6. Extensive travel required.
7. Organizational and people leadership skills.
8. Good verbal and written communication skills.

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package.
• Competitive company pension plan.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Performance Incentive Program.
• Annual Fitness Subsidy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Medical Requirements: Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities, the environment, and our assets. We are committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy supports these commitments. All new hires for a safety-sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, including physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug assessments. Pre-employment drug tests are also required. Candidates participating in the Trainee Program must pass a drug test during training before final qualification.

The successful candidate will need to complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Reference check

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to principles of inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with PIPEDA.