Transportation Supervisor

CN360; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player where every day presents new challenges in transportation and logistics. As a Transportation Supervisor, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring safe and efficient train operations. This entry-level role offers a unique opportunity to develop your leadership skills while managing a dedicated team in a safety-focused environment. You'll engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the economy, all while enjoying the support of a close-knit culture. If you're ready to take on a dynamic role with opportunities for growth and development, this is the perfect chance to make a difference.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of supervisory experience in an industrial setting.
• Experience with heavy machinery and railroad operations.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily train operations and oversee unionized crews.
• Ensure safety compliance and conduct performance evaluations.
• Coordinate with rail traffic control for efficient train scheduling.

Skills

Industry knowledge

Safety focus

Performance tracking

Effective communication

Decision-making

Initiative

Process improvement

Risk identification

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Degree in Business or Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

SRS

SAP

PAP

RTBI

DataCity

SmartYard

Job description

At CN, every day brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of ensuring our business runs optimally and safely—helping keep the economy on track. We provide paid training and opportunities that support long-term careers and recognize hardworking individuals who strive to make a difference. Join our close-knit, safety-focused culture and work together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Job Summary

The Transportation Supervisor is an entry-level front-line supervisor responsible for meeting CN’s service commitments by managing daily train operations within a territory or terminal and overseeing unionized train crews. The role involves learning operational procedures, organizing the territory to ensure safe, efficient train departures, and compliance with regulations and CN’s rules. The position may also involve being on-call at remote locations to address customer and main line concerns, managing a 24/7 operation.

Main Responsibilities

Safety Orientation, Understanding, Compliance and Enforcement

• Attend Front Line Supervisor Development Programs to learn organizational, operational, and safety regulations.
• Coach and train unionized employees on safe and productive work procedures.
• Build safety compliance through observations, feedback, and corrective actions.
• Ensure safe operations, minimizing accidents, incidents, and injuries.
• Achieve safety observation targets and support accident and injury investigations.
• Support responses to crossing accidents, injuries, dangerous goods incidents, and leaks, liaising with relevant authorities.
• Train, audit, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures.
• Participate in investigations of accidents and incidents.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

• Attend development programs to understand systems, policies, and decision-making processes.
• Maintain teamwork, respond promptly to issues, and use operational data to improve asset utilization and service reliability.
• Oversee crew utilization, manage delays, and recommend improvements.

Planning and Organizing Workload

• Attend development programs to understand service design and planning tools.
• Coordinate with rail traffic control to manage train line-ups and meet schedules.
• Manage crew productivity and optimize traffic movement.

Leadership and Supervision of Union Workforce

• Understand leadership expectations and enforce collective agreements.
• Communicate company goals, conduct investigations, and manage employee performance and discipline.

Performance Management, Training, and Onboarding

• Evaluate employee performance and conduct onboarding to promote safe work practices.
• Address performance issues and share operational information to foster transparency.

Working Conditions

The role involves irregular hours, working both indoors and outdoors, often in various weather conditions. It requires travel without prior notice, including responding to emergencies, with a strong focus on safety and adherence to collective agreements.

Requirements

Experience

• Industrial work experience demonstrating responsibility and safety compliance.
• Experience with heavy machinery.
• At least 4 years of supervisory experience, management or unionized.
• At least 3 years of railroad experience as a conductor.

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Certified Conductor or Locomotive Engineer (asset).
• Degree in Business or Logistics (asset).

Competencies

• Industry knowledge, safety focus, and performance tracking.
• Effective communication, decision-making, initiative, and process improvement skills.
• Risk identification and time management.

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CN systems (SRS, SAP, PAP), and applications like RTBI, DataCity, SmartYard.
• Knowledge of safe rail operating practices.
• Bilingual in English and French (asset).

About CN

CN is a leading North American transportation and logistics company, transporting goods worth US$200 billion annually across a 20,000-mile network. We are committed to safety, sustainability, and inclusivity, reflecting the communities we serve. We encourage diverse applicants and provide accommodations during recruitment. We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified candidates without discrimination.