Job Summary
The Officer, Transportation Training and Development - Field is responsible for acting as a safety leader for employees. The role ensures employees are trained to perform regulatory standards enabling the efficient delivery of goods to CN's customers.
Main Responsibilities
Evaluate employee performance in the field and ensure compliance with regulations, company policies, and standards
Support the development of Transportation employees through regular mentoring in the field, connecting them with CN and the supports around them
Provide in-field training (e.g., remote-control operation courses, switching camps, and other field training initiatives) for Transportation employees
Manage qualifications and certifications of Transportation employees and managers, including supporting employees who are returning from leaves
Support the Talent Acquisition team with the recruitment and onboarding of new employees
Support the local Operations team to ensure the understanding of operating rules and practices
Ensure all training events are input into the Learning Management System (LMS)
Maintain training resource equipment, job aids, and scheduled maintenance records
Ensure training material and job aids are current to support employee development
Participate in safety audits, safety summits, and perform safety observations on employees
Support the delivery of training programs and initiatives at campuses, as required
Working Conditions
The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments in various weather conditions. The role has irregular work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays to support the demands of the business. The role requires occasional travel (up to 50%) in the field to deliver trainings.
Requirements
Railway Experience
Minimum 18 months of railway experience
Experience working as a Conductor, Locomotive Engineer, Remote Control Operator or a combination of the above
Experience
with coaching and mentoring Transportation employees
Experience with behaviour-based safety principles and leadership
Education/Certification/Designation
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
Valid Driver's License
Successful completion of CN's medical assessment
Competencies
Leads by example for the safety and security of allDevelops self and others
Demonstrates active listening
Sets direction and inspires others
Communicates with impact=
Applies critical thinking
Collaborates with others and shares information
Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
Considers environmental impacts in every decision and action
- Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of change management best practices
Strong knowledge of the Transportation department and field operations
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Proficient with internal applications such as Systems, Applications and Products (SAP)
Fluently Bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)*
- Mandatory for Montreal location and considered an asset for other locations
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. 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. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.
