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

Natural Factors; Prince George; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Transportation Training and Development Officer in Prince George. This role involves acting as a safety leader, providing training, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The candidate will mentor employees and support recruitment efforts while working in various environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of railway experience required.
• Experience with behavior-based safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate employee performance and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide in-field training for Transportation employees.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new employees.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

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 returning from leaves.
• Support the Talent Acquisition team with recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
• Support the local Operations team to ensure 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 materials 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 under various weather conditions. It involves irregular work hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support business demands. Occasional travel (up to 50%) in the field is required to deliver training sessions.

Requirements

Railway Experience

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

Education / Certification / Designation

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Successful completion of CN’s medical assessment.
• Leads by example for safety and security.
• Develops self and others.
• Sets direction and inspires others.
• Communicates with impact.
• Applies critical thinking.
• Collaborates and shares information.
• Stays current on industry needs and knows the business.
• Considers environmental impacts in decisions and actions.

Technical Skills / Knowledge

• Knowledge of change management best practices.
• Strong understanding of Transportation department and field operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficient with internal applications such as SAP.
• Fluency in both English and French (written and verbal) is mandatory in Montreal and an asset elsewhere.

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader, facilitating trade and economic growth. Connecting Canada’s coasts with the U.S. through a 19,500-mile rail network, CN has been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. Committed to social responsibility and environmental stewardship, CN emphasizes safety, sustainability, and customer service, working as ONE TEAM to deliver operational excellence.

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