Rail Operations Leader — Safety, Scheduling & Coaching

CPKC; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Part-time studies program

Job summary

CPKC is seeking a Trainmaster in Sparwood, BC to oversee yard and road operations, ensuring safe and efficient movement of traffic and adherence to LOSP/OP targets. You will lead by example to foster a strong safety culture and coach Train & Engine personnel.

The role requires railway conductor experience, a valid driver’s license, and 2+ years of supervisory experience. You may occasionally operate trains and must maintain CROR/GCOR qualifications per regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Railway experience as a conductor is required; locomotive engineer qualification is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 2+ years’ supervisory experience in logistics or an operational environment is an asset.
• Available to work all shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance yard and road fluidity to achieve LOSP and OP.
• Oversee all train movements within the yard and mainline ensuring safe, tactical execution of LOSP and OP through active supervision.
• Accountable for safety, service, productivity and financial metrics for their terminal.
• Lead safety compliance within the terminal, providing corrective actions as needed.
• Handle investigations in accordance with company policies and collective bargaining agreement and recommend corrective action plans.
• Conduct efficiency tests, train rides and safety related activities to support a safe, efficient operation; may attend derailments/incidents when on duty.
• Responsible for inventory management for terminals and line of road in their areas of responsibility.
• Coach and mentor Train & Engine employees.
• Occasionally operate trains; maintain certifications and licenses per CROR/GCOR as per industry regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Communication

Railway Operations

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CPKC is seeking a Trainmaster in Sparwood, BC to oversee yard and road operations, ensuring safe and efficient movement of traffic and adherence to LOSP/OP targets. You will lead by example to foster a strong safety culture and coach Train & Engine personnel.

The role requires railway conductor experience, a valid driver’s license, and 2+ years of supervisory experience. You may occasionally operate trains and must maintain CROR/GCOR qualifications per regulations.