Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Reference Number :1489 Status :Temporary - Full-time Annual Salary / Hourly Rate : $89,722 - $112,152 Number of positions to be filled :1 Application Deadline :11/07/2026 Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility. Why VIA Rail?

We’re proud to offer a workplace that reflects the diversity and inclusivity of Canadian society. At VIA Rail, you’ll enjoy: Hybrid Work Options (role-dependent) Unlimited Access to Telemedicine Services Health & Wellness Coverage Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Participation in Social Initiatives & Employee Resource Groups Employment Period, Schedule and Location

Temporary full time

employment, 40/week Duration:

at least 8 months contract, possibility of becoming permanent Job location:

Montreal or Ottawa. POSITION:

Under the supervision of the Director - Infrastructure, this person will be managing VIA Rail’s performance-based Maintenance-of-Way contract for the mainline corridors. He or she will oversee the operation and daily activities of the maintenance-of-way contractor, ensure they meet contractual performance requirements, approve and track work orders as well as oversee their invoicing. His or her involvement, both in the office and in the field, will be primarily related to the monitoring and improvement of railway infrastructure for specialties such as main tracks, signals, bridges and culverts, level crossings, summer and winter maintenance of the right-of-way,



maintenance programs as well as preventive and corrective work on all railway systems. His or her responsibility will be to ensure performance of the maintenance-of-way contract, deliverables are met and all activities are well coordinated between the various departments and projects. His or her responsibility will also include the management of OPEX budgets. He or she must have strong project planning and coordination skills, as well as strong leadership, problem-solving and strategic decision-making abilities. Throughout the role’s responsibilities, he or she must demonstrate leadership, eloquence, charisma and professionalism. RESPONSIBILITIES :

Ensure the management, planning, and rigorous oversight of MOW contract In charge of administering VIA Rails Maintenance-of-Way contract for mainlines; Responsible for monitoring activities in terms of quality, cost, deadlines and monitoring objectives; Manage, track, review and approve invoicing for the Maintenance-of-Way contract; Provide technical support and participate in the resolution of problems related to the operation; Ensure performance requirements of the MOW contract are in line with Scope of Work, Regulatory requirements and Standards; Ensure all contractual deliverables are provided by the MOW Contractor; Issue Contractual Non-Compliances (CNC)



to the Contractor when needed; Lead Weekly Operational Call and Monthly working Committee with MOW Contractor; Track Work Order (WOF) requests: including review and approval of WOFs, tracking their execution and invoicing; Track OPEX budget and define priorities by working closely with each discipline lead (track, signals, bridges and culverts); Establish annual programs and monitor monthly progress for preventive and corrective maintenance for the infrastructures under his/her responsibility; Ensure the operational feasibility of works being planned makes recommendations; Involved in safety initiatives and perform investigations when incidents/accidents occurs; Manage incident reporting and review corrective actions proposed by the contractor; Ensure governance is followed in the process and decisions related to procurement and contractual arrangements; Ensure that there is sound communication within VIA’s Infrastructure team and ensure a uniform approach is applied in managing communication and coordination with the MOW Contractor; Continuous improvement: continuously looking for ways to optimize processes. Technical expertise

Participate in defining Standards and Work Methodologies to be applied; Work on improvement and clarifications needed within VIA Standard Documents; Review and update technical documents related to general engineering instructions, track inspections, maintenance and work; Participates in the development of tools for the prevention and prediction of wear and tear on infrastructure systems and makes recommendations; Participate in the resolution of problems relating to processes, procedures and standards. Support Infrastructure Procurement Initiatives

Work closely with VIA’s Procurement department when required; Build detailed Scope of Works based on the requirements esta

📌 Specialist, Railway Infrastructure (Winnipeg)
🏢 Viarail
📍 Winnipeg