Officer Training & Development - Transportation

at  CN

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re 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
Like many industries in North America, CN is experiencing hiring and new employees require onboarding and technical skills to perform in their roles. CN also invests in the ongoing training and development of employees and therefore training and knowledge transfer are required to maximize employees’ performance. Being highly respected by leaders in the operations field, the Officer Training & Development - Transportation acts as a safety leader to ensure employees are trained to perform regulatory standards to ensure the safety and efficiency of the delivery of goods to our customers.

Main Responsibilities

• Train transportation employees on operating rules and instructions, job tasks, and safe work procedures, with a focus on hazard awareness and prevention
• Instruct, mentor, and coach employees on various topics such as Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR), CN’s general operating instructions, safe work procedures, and life critical rule understanding and application (Competency will be achieved through classroom courses, practical exercises, and on the job training. Focus will be on maintaining the safety of our employees, operations, and the public.)
• Evaluate employee progress and ensure compliance with regulations, company policies, and standards
• Maintain training facility equipment, job aids, and scheduled maintenance records.
• Complete performance and qualifying documents and ensure all training events are captured in the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Maintain a comprehensive training plan and schedule to meet client expectations
• Support training material development working with a Training Analyst
• Support the development of transportation employees through regular mentoring in the field which may include participation in field audits and safety observations

Working Conditions
The incumbent may be requested to travel to deliver trainings (30-40%). The work schedule is primarily weekdays, although weekends and evening hours may be required to support the demands of the business.
Requirements
Experience

Railway Experience

• Minimum 5 years of railway experience

o Experience working as a Conductor, Locomotive Engineer, Rail Traffic Controller or a combination of the above

Education/Certification/Designation

• High School Diploma
• Valid Driver’s License
• Successful completion of CN’s medical assessment

General Skills and Competencies

• Follows safety procedures, information security instructions and ESC principles to lead by example
• Builds and maintains an internal network to support a better overall work experience
• Ability to gain and retain respect
• Provides timely feedback to recognize efforts, behaviours and results
• Influence others with impactful communications and adapts well to its audience
• Applies analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable
• Share timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively
• Bilingualism: English and French*
• Improve processes on a continuous basis to enhance safety, security and to reduce CN’s environmental footprint
• Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Change management
• Use technology confidently and creatively
• Strong knowledge of transportation department and field operations
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proficient in internal applications such as SAP

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.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America’s safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates from underrepresented groups often don’t apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. Even if you don’t see yourself in every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please reach out to our team at cnrecruitment@cn.ca.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email

• Train transportation employees on operating rules and instructions, job tasks, and safe work procedures, with a focus on hazard awareness and prevention
• Instruct, mentor, and coach employees on various topics such as Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR), CN’s general operating instructions, safe work procedures, and life critical rule understanding and application (Competency will be achieved through classroom courses, practical exercises, and on the job training. Focus will be on maintaining the safety of our employees, operations, and the public.)
• Evaluate employee progress and ensure compliance with regulations, company policies, and standards
• Maintain training facility equipment, job aids, and scheduled maintenance records.
• Complete performance and qualifying documents and ensure all training events are captured in the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Maintain a comprehensive training plan and schedule to meet client expectations
• Support training material development working with a Training Analyst
• Support the development of transportation employees through regular mentoring in the field which may include participation in field audits and safety observation