Join our team at Southern Railway of British Columbia Limited ("SRY") as a Railway Customer Service Representative ("CSR") and play a vital role in ensuring excellent customer service and efficient logistical operations across our railway network. As a CSR, you will be responsible for assisting customers with forecasting, delivery planning, resolving complaints, and coordinating equipment moves across our railway. Working in a fast-paced, team environment, you will interact with internal and external stakeholders daily to ensure accurate transportation instructions and create a positive delivery experience for our customers.

Reporting to the Manager, Customer Service, who is responsible for a team of eight professionals working in a collaborative team environment, the responsibilities of the Customer Service Representative are as follows:

Facilitates efficient rail movements from Class 1 interchange to rail processing yards to Customer facilities;
Prepares and processes freight documents and shipping instructions that comply with regulatory requirements;
Works with our customers, forecasts and plans inbound/outbound shipments with our operational team;
Ensures excellent customer service by promptly responding to customer requests and maintains positive relationships with customers;
Forecasts, orders, and distributes rail equipment in accordance with operational dynamics across our railway, using planning tools to promote efficient operations across our railway;
Initiates freight charges and billing in accordance with railway tariffs and company procedures;
Maintains accurate records and data reporting of customer shipments and service performance;
Fosters an environment of continuous improvement to ensure efficiency and effectiveness from both an operational and customer support view through the review and analysis of KPIs;
Handles and resolves issues or challenges that may arise during the transportation process by collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders, working to minimize customer disruptions;
May occasionally walk the yard to verify rail car as required by operations; and
Other duties as assigned.

To be considered for the Customer Service Representative role, you should have the following qualifications:

Completion of a Business Administration, Logistics, or Transportation diploma or degree from a post-secondary institution;
Customer service experience in an industrial or transportation environment would be beneficial;
Outstanding customer service skills that will allow you to build strong stakeholder relationships;
Exceptional telephone and email etiquette and strong communication skills;
Active listening skills and the ability to respond to customer inquiries in a timely manner;
Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to develop strong business relationships, and demonstrate the capability of working effectively with cross-functional teams;
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills;
The ability to maintain productivity under pressure and changing conditions;
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment;
An entrepreneurial spirit with strong business acumen;
Strong abilities working with MS Business Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with SharePoint and Power BI is an asset.

Additional Information:

This job requires the incumbent to work a variety of shifts ranging from day to afternoon or graveyard on any day of the week including weekends and statutory holidays.
You will need to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when walking the yard to verify rail cars.
This is a unionized position with a competitive salary and benefits package. All new hires will be required to undergo pre-employment medical testing, personnel assessment testing, and reference & criminal record checks.

If you are interested in joining a dynamic fast-paced organization, please visit SRY's career website: www.sryraillink.com/careers/ to apply. NOTE: only applications received through our careers site will be reviewed; applications submitted to Indeed is NOT monitored or reviewed.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Southern Railway of British Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $38.93 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Every Weekend
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

New Westminster, BC V3M 6S3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

Do you understand you MUST apply at Southern Railway of British Columbia Limited's career site (www.sryraillink.com/careers) instead of on Indeed.ca's account? Applications received on Indeed.ca will not be reviewed.

Education:

Secondary School (required)

Licence/Certification:

Canadian SIN or working visa/permit (required)
and clean BC Driver's license (min. class 5)? (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-19

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Railway Customer Service Representative