Track Supervisor (South Alberta)

Canadian National Railway Company•Edmonton, AB

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Track Supervisor - Canada 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. This is a position at Grade 9.

Requirements

Safety compliance experience
Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving
Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment
Budget management experience
Labour Relations experience (i.e. 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
High School Diploma
Post-Secondary Diploma
Valid driver’s licence
Have received courses and training required for inspection and railroad Operations
General Microsoft Computer skills
Conducting investigations after an accident

Nice To Haves

Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

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 activities of track gangs, track inspectors, and hyrail 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 agreement 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 condition and daily production information to senior management in order to make adjustments
Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with Transportation and Mechanical to determine cause and future prevention