Posting Start Date: 8/3/26 Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger.
Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: As the Supervisor, Intermodal & Automotive Operations, you will oversee and coordinate terminal activities to ensure efficient train handling, loading and unloading of railcars, and execution of intermodal and automotive processes. This role focuses on safety, operational performance, resource allocation, and delivering exceptional service in alignment with company standards and priorities.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES: Direct and manage yard operations to meet train schedules, customer expectations, and performance targets
Provide leadership and guidance to terminal staff responsible for executing yard processes
Collaborate with internal departments including Mechanical, Train & Engine, Engineering, and the Operations Center, to ensure seamless execution of operational plans
Issue clear and timely instructions for train movements and yard activities. Coordinate all terminal functions, including hostler, lifter, and truck operations. Maintain accurate and timely updates in operational systems
Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and effectively communicated across shifts and teams
Monitor compliance, identify opportunities for process improvement, and escalate issues as necessary
Lead safety initiatives, including efficiency testing,
safety meetings, driver interactions, walkabouts, and securement audits
Manage terminal inventory within assigned areas of responsibility
Ensure adherence to company policies, safety regulations, and collective agreements
Oversee operations related to perishables, ensuring service excellence and safe execution of terminal plans POSITION REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or General Equivalency required. 2 years' experience in railroad or terminal operations
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions
Ability to quickly learn and utilize systems such as OASIS, TMS, RPM, and TYES
Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
Experience working with a unionized workforce preferred
Excellent communication skills and openness to constructive feedback
Flexibility to work in a 24/7 operational environment as required
Willingness to relocate within Canada or the U.S. for advancement opportunities
Bilingual (French, English, or Spanish) is an asset
Valid driver’s license WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER: Flexible and competitive perks package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee share purchase plan
Performance incentive plan
Annual fitness subsidy
Part-time studies program PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Medical and Drug Testing This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
Background Investigation Criminal history check
Education verification
Professional references
Driver’s license verification and driving history BECOMING A RAILROADER: As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.
Management Conductor Program
Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.
CULTURE OF INCLUSION: For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities.
Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
Req ID: 106294
Department: Network & Capacity Management
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Non-Union
Location: Vaughan, Ontario
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 0-10%
Job Grade: 5
Job Available to: Internal & External
📌 Supervisor Intermodal and Automotive (Vaughan)
🏢 CPKC
📍 Vaughan