Regional Signal

Through its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Genesee & Wyoming Canada Inc, is committed to creating an inclusive environment in which every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique talents and ideas. Our commitment is not just a statement: it is an integral part of who we are and how we operate in every aspect of our operations, fostering a culture of equality and opportunity for all.

Genesee & Wyoming Canada Inc. prioritizes the well-being of its employees by offering a **wide range of benefits** tailored to support various aspects of their lives. Our **group insurance program** covers not only health care, but also dental, eye care, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance guaranteeing our team access to quality services. In addition, we offer access to **telemedicine services** to our employees and their families, and we offer a fitness allowance to our employees. We believe it is essential to invest in the development and growth of our employees, which is why we **offer a scholarship program and continuing education reimbursement**, and an allowance for your professional fees, allowing individuals to pursue their personal and professional goals. Likewise, we offer the option to participate in a retirement savings plan which we contribute up to 6% to your RRSPs.

**Description**:
As the Regional S&C Supervisor for the Canadian region (multiple railways under the G&W), you will be responsible for the management of all S&C activities and capital programs associated to our S&C assets and provide professional oversight and compliance with our corporate policy and regulatory/engineering standards applicable for each of our railways.

**Responsibilities**:

- Direct safety leadership and foster continuous improvement in workplace safety and ensures execution of all safety plan activities.
- Standardize, implement policies, processes, and procedures to improve productivity and efficiency.
- Identify and recommend innovative work methods, new processes, and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with S&C rules, regulations, standards, norms, policies, and guidelines, and develop safety procedures and policies
- Develop and manage the engineering capital and maintenance budgets for S&C.
- Work with the Director, S&C and the employees and others to develop the 5-year plans and budgets.
- Interacts with road authorities, all levels of government and with industries or clients served by the railroad.
- Responsible for quality control and auditing of maintenance for all automated warning devices for road-rail crossings (AWD), interlocking signaling plants, defect detectors; centralized train control (CTC).
- Develop and implement signal safety training requirements when required.
- Manage and perform quality control of installation, maintenance and inspection of all railway signals, wayside detectors, and communication systems. Direct and manage all communications on this matter.
- Coach/mentor the employees to improve their effectiveness, assess personal effectiveness and provide development opportunities.
- Manage the work performed within budgetary guidelines.
- Fully utilize the collective agreement for effective work management
- Maintain and keep accurate inventory counts to ensure proper inventory financial records.
- Assist with off-hour support for emergent service interruptions.
- Maintain good relationships with Transport Canada, MTQ and MTO and other inspectors and specialists.
- Support employees and contractors to maintain all proper company regulations signal records.
- Establish and maintain working relationships with Maintenance of Way staff.
- Have a strong knowledge of the Transport Canada Grade Regulations and perform detailed safety assessments of road crossings accordingly.

**Qualifications**:

- At least 3+ year experience (or equivalent) in the maintenance railway physical plant preferred or College level technical degree in Electro-mechanics or related field, with a minimum of 3-year S&C supervisory experience,
- railway technical: CROR & GCOR, software EG: Data event recorder, Railway crossing controller, wayside detector controller (HBD); HXP, SSCC3+, SEAR2, GCP3000, ELIXS, CERVO, STC, AEI reader and radio (voice & data) communication systems, Train Control Systems (TCS).
- Fluency in oral and written French and English in order to communicate with the railway central station.
- Significant travel and overnight stays (Canada/US) or working schedule.
- Have a valid Driver’s License.
- Knowledgeable on S&C Standards and Regulatory requirements
- Demonstrated ability in Planning, Prioritizing and Execution to the plan.
- Good computer skills (word, excel, PP, etc.)
- Good problem solving and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written.
- Leadership and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to be available for emergent situations.
- Strong sense of urgency
- Demonstrated commitment to regulatory compli