Job Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you\'re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely-helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Job Summary

The Facility Management Supervisor must organize, monitor and supervise facility management operations and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to facility management for their sub region (province/territory). The person ensures that the activities are performed safely, within budgets and in strict compliance with building regulatory and maintenance standards consistent with expectations of the business.

Main Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Plan daily facility management activities related to buildings, utilities, yard equipment and bridges, based on priorities (i.e., emergencies, regular scheduled maintenance, etc.)
• Supervise work performed by external contractors and unionized staff to meet requirements
• Enforce labour agreements including requests for overtime, scheduling, grievances, investigations, discipline, etc.
• Ensure that CN Safety Standards are met and followed by internal and external maintenance employees
• Perform daily safety briefing
• Report Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) injuries and workplace accidents

Project Coordination

• Respond to requests for maintenance work from CN employees located in their respective regions, evaluate requests and determine the most effective ways to resolve the issues
• Interact with senior management personnel in Operations (GM, Superintendent, etc.) relating to repair and maintenance requests
• Ensure scheduled preventative maintenance is performed on critical infrastructure noting work completion in CN database
• Complete a prioritized assessment of buildings on your territory and schedule for repair or replacement as required to submit to Manager for approval
• Outsource request for proposal (RFP) or multiple bids for facility management within delegation of authority

Budgets

• Responsible for cost centre budgets including prioritizing discretionary spending

Working Conditions

The role is based in an office environment with travel (25%) required during the year. Due to the nature of the position, the availability of 24/7 is required to deal with emergency issues that arise. The incumbent must handle an elevated amount of pressure and stress to meet tight deadlines for emergencies.

Requirements

Experience

Facility Supervisor

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a facility supervisory within a unionized environment

Education/Certification/Designation

• Trade Certification or equivalence
• Valid Drivers License

Competencies

• Continuously display a customer centric attitude in order to improve the customer\'s journey
• Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity
• Inspire others with impactful communications and adapt well to its audience
• Apply analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performance
• Promote ideas while evaluating impacts
• Develop solutions that aligns with customers\' expectations to increase satisfaction
• Deal with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Time and project management
• Knowledge of building maintenance system

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada\'s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

At CN, we are dedicated to building North America\'s most and railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates from underrepresented groups often don\'t apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don\'t see yourself in 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 reach out to our team at

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