Job Description
The incumbent is responsible for managing the weekly schedule for the flagging group and coordinating schedules and duties between internal and external parties. The position provides daily support to the Flagging Supervisor by assisting in all flagging protection activities over the assigned territory, in accordance with sound engineering practices, railway standards, procedures and rules
The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments with various weather conditions with shift work. The role is required to be on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The role requires regular travel (50%) within the territory.
Railway Operation
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).
Assistant Supervisor Engineering Flagging-CA
Req Id:
1287
Job Location:
Montreal - QC
Business Unit:
Operations
Highest Level Division:
Engineering
Posting Start Date:
11/10/26
Posting End Date:
11/17/26
French/English Bilingual Requirement:
No
Hiring Salary Range: $ 74200 - 97000
This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an annual bonus, employee share investment program (ESIP), Pension, Benefits and other perks.
At CN, we are committed to our pursuit of excellence. We take pride in delivering work of the highest standard, continually innovating to shape the railroad of the future. As responsible railroaders, we make the right decisions every time, putting safety first, acting with unwavering integrity, and holding ourselves accountable for our actions. We believe in succeeding together—by fostering inclusivity and collaboration, we sustainably deliver exceptional results for our customers.
Join us today and get your career moving!
Job Summary
The incumbent is responsible for managing the weekly schedule for the flagging group and coordinating schedules and duties between internal and external parties. The position provides daily support to the Flagging Supervisor by assisting in all flagging protection activities over the assigned territory, in accordance with sound engineering practices, railway standards, procedures and rules
Main Responsibilities
- Help plan schedule for the following week
- Call employees to inform them of schedule changes or overtime
- Check time entry and expense accounts in Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP)
- Help the Supervisor manage occupational injuries and accidents
- Manage absences and replacements
- Conduct necessary investigations for various situations, particularly for disciplinary issues and document them in the systems
- Attend weekly management meetings with the Supervisors and Foremen
- Manage the vehicle fleet (e.g., change in allocations and plan for mechanical maintenance) and allocation of phones and computers
- Keep inventory and distribution of material updated
- Coach flagmen on protection, inspection of compliance with guidelines, and provide targeted support
- Keep employee files and worksite information files updated
- Support the supervisor in managing unforeseen events, employees to be reassigned, and any related administrative tasks
- Build weekly safety calls to discuss safety, injuries, new process and rules with the team
- Build quarterly in person safety days to discuss safety, injuries, new process, and rules with the team
- Handle on-the-job training for employees and contractors
- Replace the Supervisor, as needed, at worksite and project meetings
- Respond daily to emails that come into the Flag inbox
Working Conditions
The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments with various weather conditions with shift work. The role is required to be on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents. The role involves managing priorities and delivering work within established timelines, with support from the team to ensure sustainable and effective workload management. The role requires regular travel (50%) within the territory.
Experience
Railway Operation
- Between 2 to 4 years of experience in railway operation
- Valid Drivers Licence
- Minimum 2 years of flagging experience*
- Experience supervising a unionized workforce*
- Labor Relations (LR) experience (i.e., interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline)*
- Candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered
*Any requirement marked with (*) will be considered an asset (not mandatory).
Education/Certification/Designation
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
- Candidates with equivalent practical experience, education, or training will be considered
Competencies
- We Care About Each Other
- We Strive for Excellence
- We Succeed Together
- We Lead Responsibly
- Vision and strategic thinking
- Impactful and inclusive leadership
- Performance and value delivery
- Empowerment and talent development
- Strategic communication and influence
- Managerial courage and decisiveness
- Compliance
- High
- Planning
- Build trust
- Depth of analysis
Technical Skills/Knowledge
- Advanced Computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
- Comprehensive knowledge of construction and maintenance, operating rules, engineering standards, and engineering operation measures
- Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
Additional Information (If Any)
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through an 18,800-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
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