Senior Manager, Railway and Systems Safety Assurance

Senior Manager, Railway and Systems Safety Assurance British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. Base pay range: CA$117,600.00/yr – CA$176,400.00/yr Responsibilities Provides strategic leadership and expert advice in support of public transportation systems in the systems assurance and safety assurance discipline within an integrated, multi‑jurisdictional environment. Leads and ensures compliance with local, provincial, federal, and Transport Canada regulations, international standards, and industry best practices for BCRTC engineering, maintenance, capital and expansion projects to support and evidence a safe, reliable and efficient rail service. Responsible for the implementation of and ensuring compliance and adherence to the Railway Safety Management System (SMS) for BCRTC and West Coast Express (WCE). Briefs the accountable executive on the state of safety assurance on existing operations and any introduction of new assets, including risk‑based acceptance of new assets from project delivery. Leads system safety assurance elements to support projects and/or related maintenance activities for existing and new systems to address needs through a risk‑based approach. Provides guidance and leadership on assurance impacts and the implications of proposed future changes, and ensures completion of risk and hazard analysis and other assurance activities. Develops, validates and champions the implementation of safety assurance practices, standards and relevant regulatory requirements. Works with all internal and external stakeholders (Operation, Maintenance, Engineering, Projects, TransLink, etc.) closely to ensure compliance with Railway Safety Act requirements and instruments, providing training, education, and problem solving through railway safety‑related committees and working groups. Develops, implements, and maintains the Safety Assurance Management System (SAMS), including project and asset life cycle safety integration, Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety (RAMS) principles, hazard and risk management, and human factors integration. Directs the development and implementation of strategies, processes, practices, campaigns, and procedures to ensure safety assurance. Determines targets and measures for systems RAMS, systems assurance, risk analysis, and hazard identification using tools such as FMEA, FTA, and Event Tree Analysis. Oversees the maintenance and reporting of data analytics for the entire Rail Safety and Security department supporting and collaborating closely with the Director to ensure data collection, quality, analytics, and reporting follow a consistent process for the entire department. Provides guidance and training on systems assurance, safety assurance, hazard log management and safety case processes, including providing support with integration with technical/engineering change processes. Oversees the application of safety principles to operations, maintenance, and capital project activities. Provides advice to BCRTC stakeholders concerning safety standards (such as European and Canadian railway safety standards). Provides recommendations to mitigate and resolve issues and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Audits processes, policies, and practices to ensure compliance with Railway Safety Act requirements, objectives, KPIs, and instruments. Acts as the BCRTC Railway Safety and Safety Assurance subject matter expert, liaising with external agencies such as TSBC. Establishes proper investigation methods and approach for railway safety incidents, including rule violations, incidents, and worker and customer injuries. Leads processes addressing railway safety concerns and incident reporting, investigation of railway incidents, root cause analysis, and implementing initiatives and campaigns to reduce and eliminate incidents. Leads consultation with Operations, Maintenance, Asset Integration Office (AIO), Engineering, and Asset Management teams in the development and assessment of system safety integrity levels, safety assurance targets and KPIs while providing guidance on the appropriate risk‑based approach. Reviews subcontractor proposals for RAM, safety assurance, and evaluations. Liaises with the training department to support the development and delivery of railway safety‑related training topics. Form strong partnerships and develops trusted, productive, and highly responsive interactions with key stakeholders, including TransLink, CMBC, contractors at large, and other relevant parties. Supports competency management and the BCRTC Training Department on the design of employee competency and certification frameworks as required. In the absence of industry standards, is accountable for defining and auditing a standard training process for the discipline. Manages reporting staff, including selection, development, coaching, performance management, assignment/review of work, and all other people‑management practices. Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, preferably with a P.Eng designation, and 10 years’ demonstrable experience in broad and diversified public infrastructure, with a minimum of 5 years at a senior/professional subject‑matter expertise level. Other Requirements: Expert knowledge of systems engineering or industrial engineering principles, relevant standards, legislation, acts and regulatory requirements pertaining to the rail industry; rail safety management and assurance system development; experience writing programmes/processes supporting international standards such as ISO, BS/EN, APTA, CENELEC and CMREA. Advanced analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills to resolve critical and high‑impact technical issues; expert decision‑making, time‑management, and interpersonal and communication skills to build trust, consult, liaise and deliver solutions on moderately complex technical issues. Work Schedule 37.5 hours per week. Rate of Pay The salary for this position ranges from $117,600 – $176,400 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role. We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. Total compensation will include Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan, and additional employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses. How to Apply Please click the ‘Apply’ button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process. Instructions: Save your cover letter and resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application online. Posting Date: October 16 2025. Please note that only those short‑listed will be contacted. Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQs by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers. Employment Equity and Accessibility SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email jobs@translink.ca. #J-18808-Ljbffr