Senior Track Foremen with Cando are responsible for the daily supervision of the employees on site, assisting the supervisor in keeping the project on plan and budget, managing the site purchasing and payroll, and liaising with the customer and/or other contractors. If you enjoy working outdoors, physical activity, problem solving, and a company that promotes a robust safety culture, this opportunity is for you!

Cando provides specialized rail operating services. We provide a wide range of rail services including short line operations, industrial switching, material handling, terminal & transload services, and more. With over 50 operations, we are the 3 largest locomotive fleet in Canada and growing!

Cando Advantages

Work Life Balance with Fixed Schedules

Cando’s Technical and Leadership Training Programs

Award Winning Safety Culture

Employee Ownership Program

Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurances

Flexible Health & Dental Benefits

Canada’s Best Managed Company for 9 years!

Job Description
Senior Track Foremen with Cando are responsible for the daily supervision of the employees on site, assisting the supervisor in keeping the project on plan and budget, managing the site purchasing and payroll, and liaising with the customer and/or other contractors.

Roles & Responsibilities

Guide the day to day operations of the job site ensuring the necessary people, equipment, and other resources are available to effectively provide our service; work alongside employees operating equipment as required

Work with Field Supervisors and Project Managers on a daily basis identifying potential hurdles, targeting inconsistencies and providing solutions for effective operation; provide continuous status reports

Lead all daily job briefings, conduct and document hazard analysis, and act as the champion of all safety initiatives

Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and customers





Ensure the production of the job site is aligned with the project plans and carry out the plans as directed by the supervisor or department manager

Build and maintain positive and healthy relationships and teams within the division

Promote and guide others to understand delivery of effective services and achievement of objectives of daily work tasks

Educate others, provide employee training, and help with the implementation of policies and practices in the division

Manage purchasing and reporting for the specific jobs including productivity reports; complete timesheets and WCB forms

Ensure quality of work/workmanship meets or exceeds industry standards

Ensure the general maintenance on equipment is maintained and daily log books are accurately completed

Perform labouring tasks involved in the construction and maintenance of railways tracks

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

Demonstrate initiative to independently plan, organize, and prioritize workload; meet project plans in a constantly changing environment

Demonstrate leadership including establishing focus, providing motivational support, fostering teamwork, and empowering others

Possess a working understanding of legislation, regulations, and best practices relevant to area of expertise

Ability to establish rapport with people and influence opinions, attitudes, or judgements

Skilled in the use of computer equipment and operating systems including word processing, and spreadsheet and database software

Ability to work on the road for 10 days at a time throughout Western Canada.

Education & Experience

General knowledge of track construction and maintenance principles and operational and production capabilities of various equipment

Good oral and written communication skills

Basic mathematics skills and familiarity with reading blueprints and schematics

Note: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent. The qualifications are provided so interested candidates understand of the level of expertise required in this position.

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📌 Senior Track Foreman (Manitoba)
🏢 Cando Rail & Terminals
📍 Manitoba