Assistant Track Supervisor

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Job Summary

The Assistant Track Supervisor is responsible for leading the operations of an assigned territory that involves track inspection and repairs. The role oversees replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballasts. In addition, the position provides daily support to the Track Supervisor.

Main Responsibilities

1. Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN’s operating plan
2. Supervise and lead activities of track gangs, track employees, and hi-rail operations
3. Handle engineering operations which include compliance with safe work procedures, Transport Canada guidelines, and CN standards, policies, and regulations
4. Lead people with clear direction and goals while providing coaching and guidance to employees through regular performance monitoring
5. Apply collective agreement and company policies by conducting investigations, recommending corrective actions, and responding to grievances
6. Oversee budgets and workforce productivity within CN policies and the Five Guiding Principles
7. Ensure clear communication of track condition and daily production information to senior management in order to adjust
8. Ensure the safety of the track through regulatory inspections and input findings into the Track Inspection System (TIS) to monitor track condition
9. Follow up on reported track issues to ensure they maintain compliance with standards
10. Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with Transportation and Mechanical to establish cause and future prevention
11. Perform safety audits for the unionized workforce and conduct safety engagements
12. Plan, schedule and perform track repairs and maintenance
13. Respond to emergencies

Working Conditions

The role will be partially performed in an office environment and outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions with irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The role requires regular travel (up to 50%) across their assigned territory at times without advance notice. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and stress. The position requires responding to unexpected and emergency situations, and being able to lift up to 70 lbs.

Requirements

Experience

1. Between 3 to 5 years of experience in safety compliance
2. Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving
3. Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment
4. Budget management experience
5. Labour Relations experience (i.e., interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline, etc.)
6. Experience supervising a unionized workforce

Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset.

Education/Certification/Designation

1. High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
2. Bachelor’s Degree
3. Valid Driver’s Licence
4. Certified in Railroad Operating Signals

Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset.

Competencies

1. Leads by example for the safety and security of all
2. Considers ESG principles in all operations
3. Identifies potential safety and security risks
4. Demonstrates active listening
5. Solves problems to create value
6. Develops self and others
7. Delegates and empowers others to create accountability
8. Collaborates with others and shares information
9. Sets direction and inspires others
10. Communicates with impact
11. Demonstrates agility and drives change

Technical Skills/Knowledge

1. General Microsoft computer skills
2. Ability to conduct investigations after an accident

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

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.