Manager Signals

**PURPOSE OF THE POSITION**:
As the Manager Signals & Communications Maintenance you are accountable for providing the guidance and managerial leadership of employees for controlling the on-going maintenance of Signals & Communications (S&C) systems in accordance with S&C Standards and Regulatory requirements to permit the safe operation of trains on the territory.

**POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES**:

- Direct safety leadership and fosters continuous improvement in workplace safety and ensures execution of all safety plan activities;
- Monitor performance of the services delivered and initiates corrective action where appropriate;
- Provide feedback to the Assistant Chief Track, Director S&C Maintenance on Process Management improvement opportunities (Identifies and recommends innovative work methods, new processes and best practices);
- Ensure compliance with and implements policies, processes and procedures to improve productivity and efficiency;
- Achieve appropriate KPI’s set out for area of responsibility;
- Provide timely completion and documentation of regulatory testing;
- Coordinate inspections and liaises with Regulatory agencies and outside organizations for compliance and new installations;
- Manage the work performed and within approved budgetary guidelines;
- Provide recommendation on short and long term capital and expense plans, assists in development of S&C estimates and provides project justification, as required;
- Coach/mentor direct reports to improve their effectiveness, assess personal effectiveness and provide development opportunities;
- Provide timely and effective initial Engineering response to emergent conditions;
- Provide management of engineering materials on territory and proper inventory.

**POSITION REQUIREMENTS**:

- Must possess a minimum of a High School diploma;
- Electronics Diploma would be considered an asset;
- Must have 5 years Maintenance and/or Construction experience;
- Must have valid driver's license;
- Knowledge and comprehension of collective agreements;
- Knowledge of S&C Principles and equipment;
- Knowledge of S&C Standards and Regulatory requirements;
- Demonstrated ability in Planning, Prioritizing and Execution to the plan;
- Good computer skills (word, excel, PP, SAP, CAM’s);
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills;
- Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written;
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to be on call 24/7 and may be required to respond to incidents on other territories.

**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**:
CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. This position is considered a safety sensitive; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment medical evaluation that includes a vision, hearing, drug screening and pre-employment physical.

**Background Investigation**:

- Criminal history check
- Reference check
- Driver’s license verification
- Req ID: 101031
- Department: Engineering
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Position Type: Non-Union
- Location: Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
- Country: Canada
- % of Travel: 30-40%
- # of Positions: 1
- Job Available to: Internal & External