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**Job Summary**
The
Transportation Supervisoris an entry-level front line supervisor position responsible formeeting CN's service commitments bymanagingtheday-to-day train operationswithinaterritoryorterminal andtheunionized train crewsassociated.
The incumbentis responsible forlearningthe operationandorganizing theterritoryin order toensure train departuresand operations areperformed safely, efficiently and in compliance withgoverning regulations and CN'soperating rules.
The
Transportation Supervisormay also be an on-call position that reports to remote locations (line points) and deals directly with customers and main line concerns.
The incumbent will managetheday to dayoperationsof a 24/7 function.
**Main Responsibilities**
Safety Orientation, Understanding, Compliance and Enforcement
Attend
Front Line Supervisor
Development Programsin order tolearn and understandthe organization,operationalrulesand regulations
Coach and train unionized employees on safe and productive work procedures
Build safety compliance and improve safety results through regularsafety observations; provide feedback (positive and constructive) to subordinates andtake actionon non-compliantbehaviour
Ensure safe operation as measured by accidentsandincidents and employee injuries
Achieve weeklyandmonthlysafety observationexpectationsandobjectivesin regards tothe safety management plan
Respond and provide support tothe
Trainmasterand
Assistant
Superintendentforcrossing accidentsandincidents or site of an injury to support employee reaction, work withpoliceand managethesite until the track and service havebeen restored
Responsible for the draft submission of accidentandinjury investigation close out
Respondand provide support tothe
Trainmasterand
Assistant Superintendentfora dangerous good incidentorleak in a yard,liaise withthe
Dangerous Goods
Officerand ensure employeeandpublic well-being is upheld
Train,audit andenforce Standard Operating Procedures
Play a role in the investigation of accidents and incidents
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Attend
Front Line Supervisor
Development Programsin order tolearn and understand our internal systems, process,policiesand procedures for solving issues and making decisions
Maintain teamwork and order amongst staff, contractors, and internal clients by acting with a sense of urgency and respond to issues as they may arise
Use operational data in CN systems toidentifyopportunities to improve assetutilizationand service reliability,taking actionfor own territory and making recommendations to CN's network implication
Oversee crewutilization, track deadheads, recrews and labour costs as well as improve the operations and cost control in conjunction with the
Trainmasterand Assistant Superintendent for the terminal
Set recover plans for service exceptions in conjunction with
Rail Traffic Control(RTC) centre,Trainmasterand Assistant Superintendent
Responsible for overseeingaccuratetimelyreporting of delays andidentifyingways to reduce delays, managing,monitoringand improving Initial Terminal Delay and Final Terminal Delay
Planning and Organizing Workload
Attend
Front Line Supervisor
Development Programsto understand service design and support toolsin order toplan and organize workflow
Work with rail traffic control to manage train line ups and train meets to predict estimated time of arrival and train crew needs
Manage crew productivity against switching standards, recommend improvements when appropriate
Keep track of the yard status, service commitments, old dates, inbound arrivals, process traffic to reduce dwell, and ensure train connections and departures meet the service plan
Determinebest opportunity to move trafficagainst multiple demands
Give recommendations to cost control and assetutilizationin all planning and implementation
Monitor customers service plan and adjust
General Leadership and Supervisions of both Union Workforce
Attend
Front Line Supervisor
Development Programsto understand the organizations desired leadership behaviours,communicationexpectationsand enforcement of the collective agreement
Communicate company goals and policies to create clear understanding of directionand expectations to unionized employees
Conduct investigations per collective agreement and issue discipline with support from
Trainmasteror
Assistant Superintendentas well as
Labour relations
Develop and sustain the right employee behaviours with feedback, recognition,reinforcementand coaching
Process the administrationleave of absence andtimeoffrequests(varies depending on location)
Performance Management, Training and Onboarding
Evaluate employee performance and review performance expectations, actual performance, and overall performance ratings
Conduct onboarding conversations to ensure employees are adopting proper work practices, and have the knowledge, tools and understanding to perform their job safely and efficiently
Identifyand coach performance deficiencies, andtake action to buildrequired behaviour
Share best practices, information, operationalconcernsand company informationin order tocreate transparency and clear understanding of company direction and expectations
Working Conditions
The role has irregular hours (including nights, weekends, holidays).
The incumbent will workina combination ofan office environment andthe outdoorsinvarious typesof weather and environmental conditions.
The role requires travel for company business without advance noticewhich may includerespondingtounexpected emergencyor urgent situations.
The
Transportation Supervisorhas anoverall commitment to safety,whileworkingin conjunction withcollective agreement.
**Requirements**
Experience
**Industrial Work**
Industrialworkexperiencedemonstratingprogression of responsibility and complexity in a safety-compliant environment
Experience working with heavy machinery
4 years ofsupervisoryexperience- management or with unionizedemployees*
3 yearsofexperienceonrailroadasconductor*
*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Education/Certification/Designation
High
School Diploma
Valid Driver's Licence
Certified
Conductoror
Locomotive Engineer*
Degree in Business or Logistics*
*Anyeducationfor these above would be considered as an asset
Competencies
Knows the business and stays current with industry trends to elevateexpertiseand work
Tracks metrics to achieve ambitious targets and holdsself accountableto meet performance expectations
Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts well to its audience
Makes informed andtimelydecisions to succeed
Shows initiative and empowers others to raise our collective game
Improves processes on a continuous basis to enhance safety, security and to reduce CN's environmental footprint
Identifiesrisks andanticipatesimpacts to ensure a safe and secure environment
Time management
Project management
Technical Skills/Knowledge
General Microsoft and computerskills; especially: Excel, Word, SRS, SAP, PAP, Applications such as RTBI,Data
City,Smart
Yard
Comprehensive knowledge of safe rail operating practices
**About CN**
CN is a premium railroad that
sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and
stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service.
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. CN's network
connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S.
South through a
20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to
community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North
American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility
and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to
building North America's safest (https://www.cn.ca/en/safety/) , most inclusive (https://www.cn.ca/en/careers/inclusion)
and sustainable (https://www.cn.ca/en/delivering-responsibly/environment/) railroad, which includes
reflecting the communities in which we operate.
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📌 Transportation Supervisor (Saskatoon)
🏢 CN
📍 Saskatoon