Assistant Track Supervisor

Position: Assistant Track Supervisor- EN
Location: Western Alberta (Jasper)

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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

Lead engineering operations as outlined in CN’s operating plan

Supervise and lead activities of track gangs, track employees, and hi‑rail operations

Handle engineering operations which include compliance with safe work procedures, Transport Canada guidelines, and CN standards, 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

Oversee 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 adjust

Ensure the safety of the track through regulatory inspections and input findings into the Track Inspection System (TIS) to monitor track condition

Follow up on reported track issues to ensure they maintain compliance with standards

Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with Transportation and Mechanical to establish cause and future prevention

Perform safety audits for the unionized workforce and conduct safety engagements

Plan, schedule and perform track repairs and maintenance

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
Safety Compliance

Between 3 to 5 years of experience in safety compliance

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 supervising a unionized workforce
* Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)

Bachelor’s Degree
* Valid Driver’s Licence

Certified in Railroad Operating Signals
* Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

Leads by example for the safety and security of all

Considers ESG principles in all operations

Identifies potential safety and security risks

Demonstrates active listening

Solve problems to create value

Develops self and others

Delegates and empowers others to create accountability

Collaborates with others and shares information

Sets direction and inspires others

Communicates with impact

Demonstrates agility and drives change

Technical Skills/Knowledge

General Microsoft computer skills
* Ability to conduct investigations after an accident
* Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

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