The Trainmaster is responsible for managing and supervising the work of several teams in the transportation department and has a supporting role in various responsibilities related to customer service and the operation process for the railway.

Company: Nova Scotia & Eastern Railway

Location: Stellarton

Status: Permanent – Full time

Rate : According to the Genesee & Wyoming Canada salary grid.

Why you should join our team:

- To work in a unique and stimulating field
- To benefit from a range of competitive perks including:
- A Group Insurance Program a comprehensive coverage including health care, dental, eye care, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance.
- Telemedicine Services to our employees and their families.
- Fitness Allowance to promote your health, mental health and wellness.
- Savings Program we offer the opportunity to participate in a retirement savings plan (with a contribution of up to 6% to your RRSP) you can also take advantage of a Tax-Free Savings Account TFSA, allowing you to benefit from tax-free savings.
- An employee and family assistance program - EFAP
- To contribute to a sustainable future, as trains is one of the most eco-friendly modes of transportation in Canada.

Responsibilities: The Trainmaster performs the following tasks:

- Maintains a safe working environment for the entire department.
- Manages the transportation teams, plans the work to be done for the next shift, participates in the daily operation conference calls.
- Elaborates, supports, and coordinates the operations, as well as the train movements in the assigned subdivision.
- Perform various administrative tasks, reports and is rigorous with management of workforce planning.




- Coordinate the activities of the transportation department while following the collective agreement in force while being responsible for managing disciplinary issues.
- Manage the requirements of different customers in order to meet their expectations and improve the processes in place as needed, in order to exceed their expectations.
- Provides professional customer service, respects the delivery times and advises the client of any delays.
- Manages the work schedules and keeps them up to date (replacement and availability lists, controls the over time).
- Sees to the employees’ safety and makes sure that accidents are reported that safety policies are respected and that there is no negligence towards the operation rules.
- Creates different reports for company management.
- All other related tasks.

General Requirements:

- College degree in Administration and/or in Management and/or have relevant experience in the railway industry (operations).
- Have at minimum of five (5) years of experience in the railway industry.
- Qualification in railway operating regulations (REF) - (asset)
- Qualification as a Locomotive Engineer is an asset.
- Flexible with regard to working hours to be able to see all of your teams and clients.
- Supervisory experience is an asset.
- Possess great flexibility to adapt in a changing environment.
- Prepared to occasionally work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Proficient in MS OFFICE, databases and emails.
- All other related tasks.

If selected for the role, candidates will be required to undergo a comprehensive background check, including physical examination, drug screening, criminal record verification, and reference checks.

📌 Trainmaster (Stellarton)
🏢 Genesee u0026 Wyoming
📍 Stellarton