Officer - Transportation Training & Development - Field (Western Canada)

CN360; Prince George; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Officer for Transportation Training and Development. This pivotal role emphasizes safety leadership, ensuring employees are well-trained to meet regulatory standards. The successful candidate will engage in mentoring, provide in-field training, and support recruitment efforts while maintaining compliance with safety practices. The position requires adaptability to various working conditions, including outdoor environments, and may involve irregular hours and travel. If you are passionate about fostering a safe and efficient workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of railway experience required.
• Valid Driver's License and completion of CN's medical assessment needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate employee performance and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide in-field training and support employee development.
• Manage qualifications and certifications of Transportation employees.

Skills

Coaching and Mentoring

Behavior-Based Safety Principles

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

The Officer, Transportation Training and Development – Field is responsible for acting as a safety leader for employees. The role ensures employees are trained to perform regulatory standards enabling the efficient delivery of goods to CN’s customers.

Main Responsibilities

• Evaluate employee performance in the field and ensure compliance with regulations, company policies, and standards
• Support the development of Transportation employees through regular mentoring in the field, connecting them with CN and the supports around them
• Provide in-field training (e.g., remote-control operation courses, switching camps, and other field training initiatives) for Transportation employees
• Manage qualifications and certifications of Transportation employees and managers, including supporting employees who are returning from leaves
• Support the Talent Acquisition team with the recruitment and onboarding of new employees
• Support the local Operations team to ensure the understanding of operating rules and practices
• Ensure all training events are input into the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Maintain training resource equipment, job aids, and scheduled maintenance records
• Ensure training material and job aids are current to support employee development
• Participate in safety audits, safety summits, and perform safety observations on employees
• Support the delivery of training programs and initiatives at campuses, as required

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments in various weather conditions. The role has irregular work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays to support the demands of the business. The role requires occasional travel (up to 50%) in the field to deliver trainings.

Requirements

Railway Experience

• Minimum 18 months of railway experience
• Experience working as a Conductor, Locomotive Engineer, Remote Control Operator or a combination of the above
• Experience with coaching and mentoring Transportation employees
• Experience with behavior-based safety principles and leadership

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Successful completion of CN’s medical assessment

Competencies

• Leads by example for the safety and security of all
• Develops self and others
• Demonstrates active listening
• Sets direction and inspires others
• Communicates with impact
• Applies critical thinking
• Collaborates with others and shares information
• Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
• Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of change management best practices

Strong knowledge of the Transportation department and field operations

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Proficient with internal applications such as Systems, Applications and Products (SAP)

Fluently Bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)

*Mandatory for Montreal location and considered an asset for other locations