Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to major ports on the west and east coasts. CP provides North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of CP.For more on our purpose, culture, and strategy, visitcpr.ca/en/about-cp.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Leadership accountability for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity and financial metrics;
Support the Roadmaster to ensure safe, reliable track infrastructure and cost effective engineering services on the geographic territory to permit the safe and efficient train operations;
Provide professional oversight and deliver regulatory compliance for respective geographic territory as required under regulation to ensure safe, compliant infrastructure is maintained.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Assist the Roadmaster in ensuring the application of CP safety practices, policies and procedures by all direct reports;
Assist the Roadmaster with the delivery of specified safety, compliance, service, and financial outputs/results expected within their geographic territory, and implements work processes changes that achieve continuous improvement;
Directs, coordinates, and/or implements emergency response to service interruptions for geographical territory and maintains/executes seasonal plans related to winter, spring/flood, and fire;
Assists Roadmaster with the management of employees within the Terms of the Collective Agreement and assists in handling disputes and grievances;
Establishes/maintains cross functional relationships within their geographic territory and ensures clear cross functional working relationships between all direct reports;
Assists Roadmaster with current year execution and assists with gathering information for annual/multiyear capital planning priorities;
Monitors quality assurance of TP&E projects.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to drill down, understand root cause and resolve complex issues;
High school graduation or (GED) General Equivalency Diploma is required;
Post-secondary education and training an asset;
Knowledge of Collective Agreement language;
Minimum of 5 years' experience in Engineering Department as Foreman and/or Supervisory experience is preferred;
Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written;
Demonstrated capability to apply relevant knowledge and technical skills to monitor adherence to CP policies and standards as well as regulatory requirements;
Capability to develop and manage a project plan/schedule;
A functional understanding that includes, but is not limited to:
Red Book of Track Requirements
General Code of Operating Rules
Roadway Worker Protection
Safety Rules and Recommended Practices for ES employees
FRA Part 213
Basic computer use (Word and Excel);
People leadership;
Ability to influence peers, cross functional co-managers and leadership team.
WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:
Flexible and competitive benefits package
Employer-Funded Retirement Plan
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Performance Incentive Program
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-time Studies Program
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.
Medical Requirements:
CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public.This position is a safety sensitive position; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol and drug audit assessments. Qualification drug test(s) are also required.
Background Investigation:
The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
Criminal history check
Reference check
Last 3 years of driving history
Last 7 years of employment history
Social Security number verification
Management Conductor Program:
Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CP. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.
CP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
