Rail Operations Director | Safety & Service Leader

Genesee & Wyoming Main Job Board; Outaouais; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A railway operator in Canada is seeking a General Manager to oversee the safe and efficient operation of its rail network. The role includes leading a team to ensure safety standards, managing departmental activities, and maintaining communications with customers. The ideal candidate should have over ten years of railroad management experience with a background in Train Operations, along with strong communication skills in French and English. This is a full-time permanent position based in the Greater Montreal region.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of railroad management experience required.
• Locomotive Engineer qualification is an asset.
• Strong background in Train Operations, Railroad Engineering, and Mechanical.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety processes ensuring safe operations.
• Manage and coach a team of managers.
• Direct daily activities of all departments.
• Create and implement operating plans and procedures.
• Establish service and staffing levels for efficiency.
• Oversee budget administration and resource allocation.
• Maintain relationships with customers.
• Prepare accurate railroad status reports for executives.
• Document accident investigations with corrective measures.
• Participate in collective agreement negotiations.

Skills

Safety process management

Railroad management

Communication skills (French & English)

Budget management

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma/College degree or bachelor's degree in Operations/Logistic fields

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

A railway operator in Canada is seeking a General Manager to oversee the safe and efficient operation of its rail network. The role includes leading a team to ensure safety standards, managing departmental activities, and maintaining communications with customers. The ideal candidate should have over ten years of railroad management experience with a background in Train Operations, along with strong communication skills in French and English. This is a full-time permanent position based in the Greater Montreal region.