Supervisor, Track

Job Summary

The Incumbent is responsible for managing the operations of an assigned territory that involves track inspection and repairs as well as replacing rails, ties, switches and ballasts.

Main Responsibilities

·Manage engineering operations as outlined in CN’s operating plan

·Supervise a team of Assistant Track Supervisors who are responsible for rail inspection

·Supervise and manage activities of track gangs, track inspectors, and hyrail operations

·Manage engineering operations which includes enforcing compliance with safe work procedures, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) guidelines, and CN policies and regulations

·Lead people with clear direction and goals while providing coaching and guidance to employees through regular performance monitoring

·Apply collective agreement and company policies by conducting investigations, recommending corrective actions, and responding to grievances

·Ensure compliance with Transport Canada rules and regulations

·Manage budgets and workforce productivity within CN policies and the Five Guiding Principles

·Ensure clear communication of track condition and daily production information to senior management in order to make adjustments

·Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with Transportation and Mechanical to determine cause and future prevention

Working Conditions

The role will be partially performed in an office environment as well as outdoors in various types of weather and environmental conditions with irregular hours, including nights, weekends and holidays. The position may be relocated if necessary. The role requires travelling (50%+), at times without advance notice. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and manage stress. The position requires responding to unexpected and emergency situations, and being able to lift up to 70 lbs.

Requirements

Experience

Relevant Work Experience

·Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving

·Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or in a regulatory or safety environment

·Budget management experience

·Labour Relations experience ( interpretation of collective agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline, etc.)*

·Experience as an Assistant Track Supervisor and in construction program supervision

·Experience supervising a unionized workforce

Education/Certification/Designation

·High School Diploma

·Post-Secondary Diploma*

·Valid driver’s licence

·Have received courses and training required for inspection and railroad Operations

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

CN Values

·We care about each other – Proactively improves safety and inclusion

·We strive for excellence – Seeks insights to drive change

·We succeed together – Actively supports team and adopts digital discipline

·We lead responsibly – Makes values-aligned decisions and owns mistakes

Leadership

·Vision and strategic thinking – Focuses on short‑term team priorities

·Impactful and inclusive leadership – Encourages open dialogue and ensures all voices are heard

·Performance and value delivery – Optimizes team performance and ensures resource efficiency

·Empowerment and talent development – Encourages growth and supports initial decision-making

·Strategic communication and influence – Shares priorities and connects work to short‑term goals

·Managerial courage and decisiveness – Makes timely decisions and addresses performance gaps directly

Job Specific

·Compliance - Guides team on compliance and risk measures

·High-impact execution - Optimizes team workflows and monitors progress

·Planning - Plans work independently and flags conflicts early

·Build trust - Encourages accountability and learning from mistakes

·Depth of analysis - Promotes independent research for informed questions

Technical Skills/Knowledge

·General Microsoft Computer skills*

·Conducting investigations after an accident*

*Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset