Manager, Train Operations

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Via Rail Canada Full time

-Reference Number:

28833_012024_Halifax
Status:

Permanent - Full time
Job Category:

Train Operations
City:

HALIFAX
Province:

Nova Scotia
Annual Salary / Hourly Rate:

92 534 - 114 307
Number of positions to be filled:

1
Application Deadline:

2024-02-18
Description:

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure and reservation system, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility.Reporting to the Regional Senior Manager, Transportation, the Manager Train Operations supervises and manages transportation staff and assets. VIA Rail locomotive engineers report directly to this position and it is the responsibility of the Manager Train Operations to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient rail operations within their territory.
**Responsibilities**:

- Manages Operational and Occupational safety for Transportation activities, identifying systemic issues and corrective actions to ensure a safe work environment;
- Responsible to ensure efficient use of staff and assets;
- Monitors on-time performance identifying systemic issues and solutions;
- Provides on the job training and qualifying of locomotive engineers and conducts compliance monitoring;
- Liaise with host railways, labour organizations, internal departments and regulatory bodies to ensure the provision of safe and timely services by VIA Rail to its customers;
- Attends and conducts ad hoc investigations of derailments, accidents and other emergencies involving operations personnel or the performance or non-performance of duties where there has been a contravention of the Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) or organizational policies; or represents VIA Rail to host railways involved in investigations involving VIA Rail personnel for any of these reasons;
- Responsible to conduct investigations, disciplinary actions and final incident reports. Provide input and ensure locomotive engineer training and record keeping on specific training requirements, operational changes, operational rules and procedures and organizational policies and procedures in conjunction with the Transportation and Labour Relations groups;
- Issuing operating notices and preparing and issuing train operation and crew publications as required by VIA Rail collective agreements. This includes assisting the Operations Control Centre and Crew Management Centre as required to ensure the reliability and on-time performance of train operations, as well as issuing appropriate notices to locomotive engineers on a regular basis;
- Must have the ability to work at varying hours and days of the week including weekends;
- Work as part of a Transportation management team, providing on call coverage as required;
- Working conditions include working outside in all seasons during inclement weather.
Requirements:

- University or College accreditation in management or equivalent combination of education and experience;
- Ten years' experience in railway operations and recognised knowledge of the CROR;
- Qualification as a locomotive engineer an asset and must be eligibile for medical certification for safety critical positions;
- Working knowledge of collective agreements and experience in a unionized environment;
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Share point;
- Bilingual (French and English), both written and spoken;
- Willingness to travel frequently away from home.

Why choose VIA Rail?
- Competitive salary and a generous compensation and benefits package;
- Flexible options for hybrid remote work;
- A close knit team of happy co workers;
- Numerous opportunities for career advancement;
- An environment that supports employee health and well being;
- A wide range of health and wellness benefits for employees and their families, including unlimited telemedicine service;
- To contribute to a sustainable transportation service connecting Canadian communities;
- First as an employer of choice and as the most trusted carrier among transportation companies in the 2022 Canadian Reputation study published by Leger.

Join our 3,000 other employees in helping provide Canadians with a safe, accessible, environmentally sustainable way to travel

  • Training Manager

    3 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Securitas Inc. Full time

    As a STAS Training Manager, your responsibility is to ensure required training-according to National Training & Certification Program (NTCP) and the Recurrent Learning Program (RLP) are completed and maintained. In addition, you will identify additional training needs and forecast future training requirements. In this role you will work closely with the...

  • Training Manager

    3 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Securitas Canada Ltd. Full time

    As a STAS Training Manager, your responsibility is to ensure required training-according to National Training & Certification Program (NTCP) and the Recurrent Learning Program (RLP) are completed and maintained. In addition, you will identify additional training needs and forecast future training requirements. In this role you will work closely with the...

  • Assistant Manager

    24 hours ago

    Halifax, Canada Leadon (Halifax) Operations LP Full time

    Work Term: Permanent - Work Language: English - Hours: 40 hours per week - Education: Bachelor's degree - Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years - or equivalent experience **Work setting**: - Urban area **Budgetary responsibility**: - $500,001 - $1,500,000 **Tasks**: - Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations - Determine type of...

  • Operations Manager

    3 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Rentokil North America Full time

    Overview: **Operations Manager** Are you passionate about Management? Looking to build your career in an exciting industry and a growing world class organization? Come see why so many of our team members recommend us to their friends! **Who are we?** Rentokil Canada Corporation is proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies in North America....

  • Operations Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada MOBIA Technology Innovations Full time

    MOBIA Technology Innovations is a Systems Integration company with multiple business unit areas: Broadband and Wireless Services, Managed Services, Infrastructure Solutions, Cybersecurity and Digital Transformation Services. Working with Service Providers, Government, Healthcare, and Enterprises across Canada, MOBIA has developed strategic business...

  • Operations Manager

    23 hours ago

    Halifax, Canada MOBIA Technology Innovations Full time

    MOBIA Technology Innovations is a Systems Integration company with multiple business unit areas: Broadband and Wireless Services, Managed Services, Infrastructure Solutions, Cybersecurity and Digital Transformation Services. Working with Service Providers, Government, Healthcare, and Enterprises across Canada, MOBIA has developed strategic business...

  • Training Coordinator

    5 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Nova Scotia Power Inc. Full time

    **Job Title**: Training Coordinator **Company, Department**: Nova Scotia Power, Control Centre Operations **Location**: Ragged Lake, Halifax, NS - Hybrid **Type of Employment**: Regular, Full Time **Closing Date**: May 14, 2023 **Reference Number**: 11259 At Nova Scotia Power, we’re committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers...

  • Operations Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Rentokil Initial plc Full time

    Operations ManagerAre you passionate about Management? Looking to build your career in an exciting industry and a growing world class organization? Come see why so many of our team members recommend us to their friends!Who are we? Rentokil Canada Corporation isproud to be a member of theRentokil family of companies in North America. We pride ourselves on...

  • Operations Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Rentokil Initial plc Full time

    Operations ManagerAre you passionate about Management? Looking to build your career in an exciting industry and a growing world class organization? Come see why so many of our team members recommend us to their friends!Who are we? Rentokil Canada Corporation isproud to be a member of theRentokil family of companies in North America. We pride ourselves on...

  • Operations Manager

    1 week ago

    Halifax, Canada Rentokil Initial plc Full time

    Operations ManagerAre you passionate about Management? Looking to build your career in an exciting industry and a growing world class organization? Come see why so many of our team members recommend us to their friends!Who are we? Rentokil Canada Corporation isproud to be a member of theRentokil family of companies in North America. We pride ourselves on...

  • Operations Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Rentokil Initial Full time

    Rentokil-Terminix Canada is one of the largest pest control providers to the property management sector. Since its founding, it has been an industry leader in pest control. Our certified specialists use innovative technologies to protect millions of homes and businesses throughout Canada.Rentokil-Terminix is currently seeking an experienced Operations...

  • Operations Manager

    1 week ago

    Halifax, Canada Rentokil Initial Full time

    Rentokil-Terminix Canada is one of the largest pest control providers to the property management sector. Since its founding, it has been an industry leader in pest control. Our certified specialists use innovative technologies to protect millions of homes and businesses throughout Canada.Rentokil-Terminix is currently seeking an experienced Operations...

  • Operations Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Rentokil Initial Full time

    Rentokil-Terminix Canada is one of the largest pest control providers to the property management sector. Since its founding, it has been an industry leader in pest control. Our certified specialists use innovative technologies to protect millions of homes and businesses throughout Canada.Rentokil-Terminix is currently seeking an experienced Operations...

  • Manager of Operations

    3 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Dalhousie University Full time

    **Position Details**: - Position Information**Position Title** - Manager of Operations (DalCore) **Department/Unit** - Research Services **Location** - Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada **Posting Number** - S46-23 **Employee Group** - DPMG **Position Type** - Regular, On-Going **Duration of Contract (if applicable)** **Employment Type** - Full...

  • Manager of Operations

    3 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Dalhousie - Office of Research Services Full time

    **Position Title** Manager of Operations (DalCore) **Department/Unit** Research Services **Location** Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada **Posting Number** S46-23 **Employee Group** DPMG **Position Type** Regular, On-Going **Employment Type** Full Time **Full-time Equivalency (FTE)** 1.0 **Salary** $62,936 - $84,312 per...

  • Building Operations Manager

    1 week ago

    Halifax, Canada EightSix Network Inc Full time

    Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN), is a growth-oriented real estate investment trust which owns, manages and develops multi-family residential properties in Atlantic Canada, Ontario and Alberta, and British Columbia. Killam is focused on maximizing its value and long-term profitability through increasing earnings, expanding the portfolio through...

  • Building Operations Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada EightSix Network Inc Full time

    Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN), is a growth-oriented real estate investment trust which owns, manages and develops multi-family residential properties in Atlantic Canada, Ontario and Alberta, and British Columbia. Killam is focused on maximizing its value and long-term profitability through increasing earnings, expanding the portfolio through...

  • Building Operations Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada EightSix Network Inc Full time

    Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN), is a growth-oriented real estate investment trust which owns, manages and develops multi-family residential properties in Atlantic Canada, Ontario and Alberta, and British Columbia. Killam is focused on maximizing its value and long-term profitability through increasing earnings, expanding the portfolio through...

  • Operations Manager

    6 days ago

    Halifax, Canada United Services Group Full time

    We are an established Canadian facility, maintenance company. We provide a variety ofservices to large retail and commercial businesses nationally. We have a competitive compensation & benefits plan including health, dental andvision, and a pension plan after 1 year. Job Summary This role will support and manage key functions within a portfolio of over...

  • Operations Manager

    6 days ago

    Halifax, Canada United Services Group Full time

    We are an established Canadian facility, maintenance company. We provide a variety ofservices to large retail and commercial businesses nationally. We have a competitive compensation & benefits plan including health, dental andvision, and a pension plan after 1 year. Job Summary This role will support and manage key functions within a portfolio of over...