Entry level computer Jobs in Smithers, BC

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time Transportation Manager to join a dynamic rail operations team. This entry-level leadership role is responsible for managing daily train operations within a designated territory or terminal while supervising unionized train crews.
The Transportation Manager plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant rail operations, while meeting service commitments and optimizing performance across a 24/7 operational environment.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Statement
At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. This position is open to individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis, the Indigenous peoples of Canada. Through this initiative, Adecco is taking proactive measures to support the equitable representation of Indigenous peoples in the workforce in alignment with section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act. Together, we're making the future work for everyone.
Responsibilities:
Safety & Compliance

• Participate in Front Line Supervisor Development Programs to learn operational rules and safety standards
  
• Coach and train employees on safe and efficient work practices
  
• Conduct regular safety observations and enforce compliance with operating rules and procedures
  
• Support incident response, including crossing incidents, injuries, and dangerous goods events
  
• Assist with investigations and reporting of accidents and safety concerns
  
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to the safety management plan
  

Operations & Decision Making

• Monitor daily operations and respond to issues with urgency and sound decision-making
  
• Analyze operational data to improve service reliability and asset utilization
  
• Manage crew utilization, delays, labour costs, and scheduling efficiency
  
• Coordinate recovery plans for service disruptions with Rail Traffic Control and leadership teams
  
• Monitor and reduce terminal delays through proactive management
  

Planning & Coordination

• Work closely with Rail Traffic Control (RTC) to manage train movements and scheduling
  
• Track yard status, inbound arrivals, and service commitments to ensure on-time departures
  
• Optimize traffic flow and support efficient train connections
  
• Recommend improvements to cost control and operational efficiency
  

Leadership & Supervision

• Lead and supervise unionized employees in accordance with the collective agreement
  
• Communicate company goals, policies, and expectations clearly
  
• Conduct investigations and administer discipline with leadership and HR support
  
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and recognition to employees
  
• Support administrative processes such as time-off requests and leave management
  

Performance Management & Training

• Evaluate employee performance and provide developmental feedback
  
• Support onboarding to ensure employees are trained and equipped to work safely
  
• Address performance gaps and drive continuous improvement
  
• Share best practices to promote transparency and operational excellence
  

Qualifications and Skills:
· High School Diploma
· Valid Driver's License
· Experience in industrial or safety-sensitive environments
· Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
· Supervisory experience (including unionized environments)
· Experience in rail operations (e.g., conductor)
· Certification as a Conductor or Locomotive Engineer
· Post-secondary education in Business, Logistics, or a related field
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
· Experience with systems such as SAP, SRS, PAP, RTBI, DataCity, SmartYard
· Strong understanding of railway operations and safety regulations
· Strong commitment to safety and compliance
· Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills
· Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
· Strong leadership with the ability to coach and inspire teams
· Results-driven with a focus on service excellence and continuous improvement
· Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

Land Acknowledgement
Adecco acknowledges that our head office is located in Tkarón:to/Toronto, on the traditional territory of many Nations, including the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, the Huron-Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We recognize that our teams operate in offices and communities across the country, on the ancestral and contemporary lands of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. We're committed to continued learning, respectful relationships, and taking meaningful actions in partnership with Indigenous communities.