Supervisor, Facility Maintenance - Saskatoon, Canada - Canadian National Railway

Canadian National Railway

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Saskatoon, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges.

You can expect an interesting environment where you are part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track.

We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference.

You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

Job Summary
The Supervisor, Facility Maintenance is responsible for organizing, monitoring, and supervising facility maintenance operations. The incumbent is also performing a variety of technical tasks relative to facility maintenance for their sub-region.

The role ensures activities are performed safely, within budgets and in strict compliance with building regulatory and maintenance standards consistent with expectations of the business.

Main Responsibilities

Human Resources

Plan daily facility maintenance activities related to buildings, utilities, yard equipment and bridges, based on priorities (i.e., emergencies, regular scheduled maintenance)
Supervise work performed by external contractors and unionized staff to meet requirements
Implement labour agreements including requests for overtime, scheduling, grievances, investigations, and discipline
Ensure CN Safety Standards are met and followed by internal and external maintenance employees
Perform daily safety briefing
Report Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) injuries and workplace accidents

Project Coordination

Respond to requests for maintenance work from CN employees located in their respective region, evaluate request, and settle the most effective way to resolve the issue
Interact with senior management personnel in Operations relating to repair and maintenance requests
Ensure scheduled preventative maintenance is performed on critical infrastructure noting work completion in CN database
Complete a prioritized assessment of buildings on your territory and schedule for repair or replacement as required to submit to Manager for approval
Outsource Request for Proposal (RFP) or multiple bids for facility management within delegation of authority

Budgets

Oversee cost centre budgets including prioritizing discretionary spending

Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidents.

Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress.

The role requires mínimal travel (20%) within Canada.

Requirements:

Experience
Facility Maintenance Supervision

Minimum 5 years of experience as a facility supervisor within a unionized environment

Education/Certification/Designation

Trade Certification or Postsecondary Education
Valid Driver's License

Competencies

Demonstrates agility and drives change
Collaborates with others and shares information
Sets direction and inspires others
Communicates with impact
Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders
Leads by example for the safety and security of all

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of building maintenance system

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.