Supervisor Mechanical (Car)

Canadian Pacific Railway; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Supervisor, where you will lead a dedicated team in maintaining and repairing freight cars. This role emphasizes safety, accountability, and effective communication, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering a culture of safety. You will have the opportunity to mentor employees and drive operational excellence in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to inclusivity and employee development, this position offers a chance to be part of a transformative journey in the rail industry. Embrace this exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vital sector!

Benefits

Flexible and competitive benefits package

Competitive company pension plan

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Performance Incentive Program

Annual Fitness Subsidy

Qualifications

• 2 years of supervisory experience preferred in logistics or operations.
• Valid driver's license is required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in maintenance and repairs on freight cars and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Supervisory Experience in Logistics

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Canadian Pacific (CPKC) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Supervisor provides the planning, scheduling and assignment of resources to specific jobs within the shop and yard, ensuring that all freight car repairs and inspections are performed in a safe and efficient manner. The ideal candidate builds a safety focused culture, communicates effectively, and drives accountability.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Lead a unionized team in maintenance, inspections, testing and repairs on freight cars, mobile equipment and vehicles used in plant, yard and road service
• Ensure freight car repairs are in compliance with Association of American Railroad, Transport Canada standards and CPKC policies
• Work with internal and external partners to improve fluidity and achieve Local Service Operating Plan and Operating Plan compliance every day
• Provide leadership accountability for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity, and financial metrics
• Lead safety compliance within the terminal, providing corrective actions as needed to uphold standards, engage in safety discussions to promote a culture of safety
• Conduct briefings to ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and communicated to the next Supervisor on shift
• Mentor and coach mechanical employees through active observation and provide feedback

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver's license, required
• 2 years’ previous supervisory experience in logistics or an operational environment is preferred
• Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays in all weather conditions
• Ability to drill down, understand root cause and resolve complex issues
• Excellent focus, attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Read and understand safety instructions, operating rules and regulations and other written or printed material in English
• Proficient in MS Office Outlook, Word, and Excel

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Medical Requirements:

Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and Procedures”) support these commitments. All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required.

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Reference Checks

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CP. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).