Trainmaster

Genesee-&-Wyoming-Inc; Schefferville; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Knob Lake & Timmins Railway invites applications for a Trainmaster in Schefferville, QC. You will supervise multiple teams in the transportation department and support operations, safety, and customer service.

The role requires college-level administration/management training or relevant railway experience, with at least five years in the industry. Fluency in French and English is preferred, and travel may be required. Fly-in/Fly-out rotation may apply if no local candidates are suitable.

Qualifications

• College degree in Administration and/or Management or relevant railway experience.
• At least five (5) years of experience in the railway industry.
• Qualification in railway operating rules (CROR).
• Bilingual in French & English (oral and written).
• Supervisory experience in any field.
• Proficient in MS OFFICE and various databases.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe working environment for the entire department.
• Manages transportation teams, plans scheduling and crew calling, participates in management and safety calls.
• Elaborates, supports, and coordinates operations and train movements.
• Performs administrative tasks, creates or maintains regular reports and data tracking.
• Leads performance reviews and provides training feedback.

Skills

Bilingual French & English

Supervisory experience

Education

College degree in Administration/Management or railway experience

Tools

MS Office

Databases

Job description

Job Category: Field Operations Management

Requisition Number: TRAIN008798

• Posted : July 30, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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KLTR
Knob Lake & Timmins Railway Company Inc.
1 Schefferville
Schefferville, QC H0H0H0, CAN

KLTR
Knob Lake & Timmins Railway Company Inc.
1 Schefferville
Schefferville, QC H0H0H0, CAN

The Trainmaster is responsible for managing and supervising the work of several teams in the transportation department and has a supporting role in various responsibilities related to customer service and the operation process for the railway.

Company: Knob Lake & Timmins Railway
Work location: Schefferville (Qc)
(Fly-in/Fly-out 14/14 rotation if no local suitable candidates)
Salary: According to the company salary scale.
Status: Permanent

Why you should join our team:

• Work in a unique and stimulating industrythat plays a vital role in connecting communities.
• Access comprehensive training and career development programsto support your growth and success.
• Enjoy a competitive benefits package, designed to support your well-being and financial security.
• Make a meaningful impact on sustainability, as rail transport is one of the most environmentally friendly modes of transportation in Canada.
• Fullcomprehensive coveragethrough a group insurance plan including health care, dental, eye care, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance.
• Telemedicine servicesfor employees and their families.
• Fitness Allowanceto promote your health, mental health and wellness.
• Savings Programoffering an opportunity to participate in a retirement savings plan (with a contribution of up to 6% to yourRRSP) you can also take advantage of a Tax-Free Savings AccountTFSA, allowing you to benefit from tax-free savings.
• Employee and family assistance program

Responsibilities:

The Trainmaster performs the following tasks:

• Maintains a safe working environment for the entire department.
• See to the employees’ safety, ensuring concerns or accidents are reported. that safety policies are always respected and that there is 100% rule compliance.
• Manages the transportation teams, plans the scheduling and crew calling, participates in various management and safety conference calls.
• Elaborates, supports, and coordinates the operations and train movements.
• Perform various administrative tasks, create or maintain regular reports and rigorous data tracking.
• Manage the teams while following the collective agreement in force while being responsible for leading disciplinary issues.
• Lead regularly scheduled employee performance reviews and provide rigorous new hire training feedback, coaching and tracking.
• Manages the crew flights and ensures documentation remains up to date for flights and scheduling.
• Manage the requirements of different customer expectations and improve the processes in place as needed.
• Provides professional customer service, remaining in continuous communication with customers and partners.
• Provide ongoing support to the railway track maintenance department managers.
• All other related tasks.

General Requirements:

• College degree in Administration and/or Management or have relevant experience in the railway industry (operations).
• Have at least five (5) years of experience in the railway industry.
• Qualification in railway operating rules (CROR)
• Flexible with your working hours to see all of your various teams and clients.
• Bilingual in oral and written - French & English – (minimum required, advanced level an asset)
• Supervisory experience in any field.
• Possess great flexibility to adapt in a changing environment.
• Prepared to occasionally work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Proficient in MS OFFICE and various databases.
• All other related tasks.

If selected for the role, candidates will be required to undergo a comprehensive background check, including physical examination, drug screening, criminal record verification, and reference checks.