CN Rail
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You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits and other perks.
Hiring Salary Range: $ 111000 - 121000
This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits and other perks.
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers.
Join us today and get your career moving!
Job Summary
The Incumbent is responsible for leading a team of employees and external contractors mandated with construction, modification, and repair of railway structures across a designated territory. The incumbent is assigned a designated territory and periodically travels to other territories based on business needs.
Main Responsibilities
Operations
Lead the engineering operations related to construction, modification, inspection of bridges and structures, and repair of railway structures
Oversee and plan engineering operations, which includes compliance with safe work procedures, Transport Canada (TC)/Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) guidelines, and CN's policies and procedures
Control budgets and workforce productivity within CN's policies
Communicate bridge and structure conditions, daily production, and inform senior management
Identify and execute 5-year capital and day-to-day maintenance plans for bridges and structures. Plan and assign work ensuring compliance with engineering plans and specifications
Provide coaching and guidance to employees through regular monitoring of employee performance
Apply collective agreements and company policies, including investigation participation, recommending corrective action, and responding to grievances
Derailments and Emergencies
Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service
Participate in investigations to define root cause and future prevention
Ensure compliance with safe work procedures and policies
Working Conditions
The role is performed indoors and outdoors in various types of weather, environmental conditions and in remote locations. Work shifts may vary and will include weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The role requires regular travel (up to 50%) sometimes without advance notice and include overnight stays away from home. The incumbent must meet all medical fitness to work at heights.
Bridges and Structures
Minimum 5 years of experience in a directly related role
Experience working with or around heavy equipment, cranes, loaders, excavators, hydraulic tools and pneumatic tools
Experience in the maintenance and construction of concrete, steel, and wood structures (railway experience)*
Experience in similar working conditions or regulatory and safety environments*
Experience in labour relations (e.g., interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline)*
Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered
Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
Valid Driver's Licence
Ability to obtain Qualification Standards for Operating Crews (QSOC)
Post-secondary education, Civil Technologist in Structures*
Candidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).
Competencies
We Care About Each Other
We Strive for Excellence
We Succeed Together
We Lead Responsibly
Vision and strategic thinking
Impactful and inclusive leadership
Performance and value delivery
Empowerment and talent development
Strategic communication and influence
Managerial courage and decisiveness
Compliance
High
Planning
Coordination
Depth of analysis
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of Canadian Regulations and Operating Rules (CROR)/United States Operating Rules (USOR)*
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Systems, Applications and Products (SAP)*
Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).
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 an 18,800-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, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
As an equal opportunity employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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