Manager, Machine Operator Qualifications

*Successful candidate can be based in Moose Jaw, Saskatoon, Regina, etc. This postion includes travel across the province*

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Train, mentor, and evaluate Engineering employees on skill level and ability, monitoring training record and recommending potential training requirement. Document, Process and track qualification / disqualification of engineering employees.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develops continuous improvement opportunities through training and technical support
• Coach, monitor, evaluate or train CP employees to operate work equipment
• Document and process employee qualification / disqualification of CP machine operators
• Plan, schedule and monitor approved training classes associated with machine operators
• Implements, educates and provides guidance to employees contributing to improved safety
• Interact with employees to ensure/understand performance requirements of inspections and preventative maintenance per current instructions
• Manage and mentor a Unionized Trainer-Mentor if/when required
• Apply the collective agreement
• Stop unsafe work practices and behavior
• Evaluate the skill levels against set parameters for CP machine operators

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years production crew or work equipment maintenance experience
• Knowledge / understanding of engineering/mechanical field operations and production crews
• Knowledge of Maintenance of Way equipment operation and safety procedures
• Good communication skills verbal and written
• Organizational and people leadership
• Computer literate (MS Office Suite)
• Canadian Railway Operating Rules & Track Safety Rules qualified
• Knowledge/understanding of TCRC MWED Collective Bargaining Agreement related to qualification/ disqualification of machine operator positions

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy

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.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Reference check

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.

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)”.

• Req ID: 100917
• Department: Engineering
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 50-60%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Job Available to: Internal & External