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Job Summary
The Supervisor, Testing and Rail Quality is responsible for extending CN's rail life by maintaining the rail test frequencies and quality of rail testing. The role involves visiting sites along CN's network to carry out rail flaw detection, welding audits and procedures, investigate in-service rail failures and lubrication, or friction modifications. The incumbent will be required to manage both direct and indirect reports, and develop the initial strategy on how to extend rail life to ensure it's effective and efficient operation across Canada and the US.
Main Responsibilities
Rail Flaw Detection - 25%
Carry out daily reporting to ensure continued performance of vehicles
Run and review daily reports (4 to 5) generated per vehicle
Ensure reporting and billing is accurate
Ensure remedial actions are correct and that testing was carried out properly
Schedule vehicles and provide weekly updates
Participate in daily calls with Operators
Contact dispatch centers for any issues regarding track time
Welding Audits and Procedures - 25%
Visit sites to inspect and audit tracks, and ensure appropriate Track Standards are followed
Carry out dynamic audits of welders
Measure recent welds to ensure that they meet CN's established standards
Investigate In-Service Rail Failures - 10%
Carry out in-depth investigation(s), as necessary (e.g. rail breakage, joints pull apart)
Receive and study pictures from Track Supervisors and/or local forces
Determine the root cause of the failure, provide the details of the last rail flaw detection tape analysis, site analysis of track geometry, detail Rail Severity Index with Track Quality Index and provide recommendations
Write up synopsis and communicate to Regional Chiefs of Engineering
Friction Modification - 10%
Visit territories and carry out physical location and inspection of Friction modifiers
Ensure Friction modifiers are working as designed
Provide recommendations to Manager, Rail Testing and Quality
Carry out accounting audits to monitor grease usage and reduce expenses, where possible
Grinding - 10%
Check quality of the grind and functionality of grinding machines regularly
Schedule grinders
Approve daily invoices (e.g. water trucks, etc.)
Schedule Rail Inspection Vehicles (RIV)
People Management - 20%
Establish employee objectives and carry out regular touch-base meetings
Provide mentorship, guidance, support, coaching, and feedback to direct reports
Train and mentor new staff
Communicate company policies and goals to staff
Prepare and monitor development plan for staff
Working Conditions
The role requires frequent travel (80%) to field sites across CN's network both in Canada and the US. The role will be primarily performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences.
Requirements
Experience
Rail Flaw Detection, Welding, Grinding, Lubrication
Minimum 5 years of experience in rail flaw detection, welding, grinding and lubrication
o Data analytics
o Track maintenance or building*
Management
Between 2 to 3 years in a large organization
o Unionized employees*
o Production line employees*
*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset
Education/Certification/Designation
High School Diploma
Valid driver's license
Competencies
Follows safety procedures, information security instructions and ESC principles to lead by example
Identifies risks and anticipates impacts to ensure a safe and secure environment
Addresses risks in a timely manner to eliminate them
Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively
Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts well to its audience
Makes informed and timely decisions to succeed
Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)*
*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
Technical Skills/Knowledge
General Microsoft Computer Skills
Railroad safety regulatory requirements
Knowledge of conducting investigations after a critical incident
Transport Canada, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, Ministry of Transportation
CPR*
*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
Organizational Impact
Decision Making & Impacts
Daily decisions made by the incumbent have a direct impact on the vehicles and commodities travelling across CN's rail network, as well as its customer base. Decisions are made regularly which affect the safety of CN
s community and can be the cause of critical incidences if not made correctly or in a timely manner.
Level of Interaction/Influence
The Supervisor, Testing and Rail Quality's first line of communication is the Track Supervisor and Senior Manager Engineering on the Engineering zones. The incumbent also communicates regularly with the Chief Dispatcher, as well as various internal stakeholders, including high-level managers and Vice-Presidents across Transportation and Operations.
Employees Supervised/Organizational Structure
The Supervisor, Testing and Rail Quality reports directly to the Manager, Testing and Rail Quality. The role is responsible for managing 2 direct reports (unionized and non-unionized) as well as 40 indirect reports (contractors/non-unionized/unionized).
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.
CN requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof as a condition of employment. The Company's vaccination mandate extends to employees of our wholly owned subsidiaries as well as CN's contractors, consultants, agents and suppliers and anyone who accesses CN properties in Canada.
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