Supervisor Track Maintenance

Canadian National Inc.; Smithers, Terrace; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

CN is seeking a senior operations leader to manage track inspection, repairs, and rail replacement across assigned territories in BC. You will supervise track supervisors, oversee gangs and inspectors, enforce safety and FRA rules, and manage budgets and production. Travel and a demanding schedule are expected as part of this role.

Strong leadership and railroad operations experience, with a focus on safety, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration, are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in safety compliance and regulatory environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in budgeting and cost management.
• Experience in labour relations and handling grievances.
• Experience supervising track-related teams and unionized workforces.
• Equivalent mix of education and hands-on experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering operations as per CN's plan.
• Supervise Assistant Track Supervisors on rail inspection.
• Oversee track gangs, inspectors, and hi-rail operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, FRA guidelines, CN policies.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to employees.
• Apply collective agreements and address grievances.
• Ensure compliance with Transport Canada rules.
• Manage budgets and productivity per CN principles.
• Communicate track conditions and daily output to senior management.
• Assist in derailments and service disruption investigations with relevant teams.

Skills

Safety Compliance Experience

Troubleshooting

Regulatory/Safety environment

Budget management

Labor relations

Supervisory leadership

Union workforce supervision

Education/experience equivalence

Education

High School Diploma

Post-Secondary Diploma

Valid driver’s license

Inspection and railroad operations training

Tools

General computer skills

Microsoft applications

Job description

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Job Location: Smithers - BC, Terrace - BC

Business Unit: Operations

Highest Level Division: Engineering

Posting Start Date: 9/25/26

Posting End Date: 12/31/2026

Hiring Salary Range: $111000 - 121000

This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits and other perks.

At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers.

Join us today and get your career moving!

Job Summary

The Incumbent is responsible for managing the operations of an assigned territory that involves track inspection and repairs as well as replacing rails, ties, switches and ballasts.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage engineering operations as outlined in CN's operating plan
• Supervise a team of Assistant Track Supervisors who are responsible for rail inspection
• Supervise and manage the activities of track gangs, track inspectors, and hi-rail operations
• Manage engineering operations, which includes enforcing compliance with safe work procedures, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) guidelines, and CN policies and regulations
• Lead people with clear direction and goals while providing coaching and guidance to employees through regular performance monitoring
• Apply collective agreements and company policies by conducting investigations, recommending corrective actions, and responding to grievances
• Ensure compliance with Transport Canada rules and regulations
• Manage budgets and workforce productivity within CN policies and the Five Guiding Principles
• Ensure clear communication of track conditions and daily production information to senior management to make adjustments
• Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with Transportation and Mechanical to determine the cause and future prevention

Working Conditions

The role will be partially performed in an office environment as well as outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions with irregular hours, including nights, weekends and holidays. The position may be relocated if necessary. The role requires travelling (50%+), at times without advance notice. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The position requires responding to unexpected and emergency situations, and being able to lift up to 70 lbs.

Experience

Safety Compliance Experience

• Experience in troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment
• Experience in budget management
• Experience in labour relations (e.g., interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline, etc.)*
• Experience as an Assistant Track Supervisor and in construction program supervision
• Experience supervising a unionized workforce
• Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered
• *Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma
• Post-Secondary Diploma*
• Valid driver's licence
• Completion of courses and training required for inspection and railroad operations
• Candidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
• *Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)
• We Care About Each Other
• We Strive for Excellence
• We Succeed Together
• Vision and strategic thinking
• Impactful and inclusive leadership
• Performance and value delivery
• Empowerment and talent development
• Strategic communication and influence
• Managerial courage and decisiveness
• Compliance
• High
• Planning
• Build trust
• Depth of analysis

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Experience in conducting accident investigations*

• General computer skills, including Microsoft applications*
• Experience in conducting accident investigations*

*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory)

Additional Information (If Any)

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at [e-mail].

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