Assistant Superintendent
2 weeks ago
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 to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
As the Assistant Superintendent you will ensure drive your team to deliver efficient movement of traffic within the road territory and yard-terminal by developing, organizing and executing the daily yard-terminal/road operating plan in a safe and cost effective manner which maximizes fluidity and achieves Local Operating Plan and Operating Plan (LOP) compliance on a daily basis. This includes all processes related to arrival, classification, building, inspecting and dispatching of trains. Leadership accountability for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity and financial metrics. The assistant Superintendent is a leadership position that involves getting work done that delivers premium results, through a team of Trainmasters, assistant Trainmasters, and yard and road union workforce.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Drive and lead an efficient Operating Plan, identifying errors, reoccurring trends, and issues in Operating Plan
- Optimize development of employees and assist in establishing career development plans, stretch assignments in order to further develop people in their current roles and prepare them for career succession
- Coach team on a continuous basis reinforcing behaviors leading to results and constructive feedback that drives desired behaviors for optimal results
- Create and manage a strong team of employees including determination of optimal numbers, recruitment of managers and union staff
- Ensure the delivery of optimal results against appropriate performance and financial metrics through maximum asset utilization
- Deliver solid results based on the inputs developed and executed consistently
- Ensure safety plan process is rolled out and targets met; participate and assist with safety and business plan roll outs across the region (pre-departure meetings, safety blitz, job briefing, etc.)
- Ensure the optimization and cost control through productivity of the business support functions. (i.e. clerical, Customer Service, Sales & Marketing, etc.)
- Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and CPKC policies; provide input to LR for future contract negotiations
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies and maintain positive working relationships
- Conduct safety related efficiency tests, train rides, and activities to support a safe, efficient operation. When required, investigate safety rules and policy failures and respond and act on safety, health and environmental related incidents
- Ensure timely implementation of processes identified through corporate initiatives and ensure the application of CPKC's safety practices, policies, and procedures by all direct reports
- Maintain current certifications and licenses (i.e. Locomotive Engineer or Conductor Certification)
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 10 years of railway operations experience
- Experience managing unionized employees
- Ability to learn operating systems related to train schedules, traffic co-ordination and scheduling for crews (online pick ups and set offs at customer facilities), operating train lineup systems and others
- Must become Conductor or Engineer qualified and occasionally operate trains
- Must be or become rules qualified (CROR -Canadian Rail Operating Rules)
- Must be results and safety oriented
- Working knowledge of railway operations, terminal yard and over the road
- Knowledge of and ability to conduct investigations
- Must have a full understanding of your operating budget
- Ability to set priorities and establish a game plan for action and execute
- Ability to communicate with all levels (all media, including writing, phone, computer)
- Ability to build a solid team and influence the team to strive for success and move to the next level
- Ability to provide service to customers and community
- Willing to solicit different/new ideas and the ability to accept change
- Possess and apply leadership practices
- Ability to drill down, understand root cause and resolve complex issues
- This role works in a shift work environment and provides a rotating schedule with a rotation of days off throughout the week as well on weekends
WHAT CPKC 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.
Medical Requirements:
Operating safely is a core foundation of CPKC. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers, communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a healthy and safe workplace. CPKC's Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures ("Policy and Procedures") support these commitments. All new hires for a safety critical position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.
Background Investigation:
The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:
- Criminal history check
- Reference check
- Driver's License 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 CPKC. 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: 102484
- Department: Operations Central Division
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Non-Union
- Location: Kamloops, British Columbia
- Country: Canada
- % of Travel: 10-20%
- # of Positions: 1
- Job Grade: 3
- Job Available to: Internal & External
- Deadline to apply: [[closeDate]]
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