Senior Network Operations Lead – Rail & Fleet

Metrolinx; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrolinx in Canada seeks an experienced professional to lead coordination of operational and capital planning across the network, using data tools to inform future rail services. You will monitor performance, identify risks and coordinate with Rail Operations, Fleet and Facilities teams to drive improvements.

The role emphasizes continuous optimization, risk mitigation, and collaboration with internal and external partners to ensure reliable service delivery and cost efficiency within budgetary

Qualifications

• Completion of a diploma in Engineering, Transportation or related field.
• Minimum six (6) years’ progressive experience in transportation, engineering or in an operational environment, or related experience.
• PMP certification or partial completion would be an asset.
• Environmental, safety, and/or regulatory transportation courses or certifications would be assets.
• Knowledge of operational management principles within a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Organizational skills and collaboration to manage multiple and changing priorities.
• Analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and role-specific software.
• Interpersonal and oral/written communication skills; ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders.
• Supervisory, interpersonal, and customer relations skills and diplomacy to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Leads the coordination of operational and capital planning activities across the Metrolinx Network.
• Monitors and evaluates performance at terminals, outposts, and layovers; identifies risks and trends.
• Review and approve construction project workplans to minimize operational impact.
• Develops proactive strategies for operational enhancements and efficiency.
• Assists in business continuity planning and incident response protocols.
• Assesses operational impacts of planned infrastructure and maintenance activities.
• Identifies and mitigates network vulnerabilities related to weather and dependencies.
• Collaborates with partner offices to relay critical information on disruptions.
• Supports implementation of new tools and best practices to modernize operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Engineering/Transportation or related field

PMP certification (asset)

Environmental, safety courses (assets)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Metrolinx in Canada seeks an experienced professional to lead coordination of operational and capital planning across the network, using data tools to inform future rail services. You will monitor performance, identify risks and coordinate with Rail Operations, Fleet and Facilities teams to drive improvements.

The role emphasizes continuous optimization, risk mitigation, and collaboration with internal and external partners to ensure reliable service delivery and cost efficiency within budgetary