Mechanical Supervisor
Genesee & Wyoming View all jobs
- Edmonton, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
Work location: Edmonton, AB
Status: Permanent
Salary: Depending on experienceWhy you should join our team:
- To work in a unique and stimulating field
- To benefit from a range of competitive benefits including:
- A Group Insurance Program a comprehensive coverage including health care, dental, eye care, hospitalization, disability, and life insurance.
- Telemedicine Services for our employees and their families.
- Fitness Allowance to promote your health, mental health and wellness.
- Savings Program we offer the opportunity to participate in a retirement savings plan (with a contribution of up to 6% to your RRSP) you can also take advantage of a Tax-Free Savings Account TFSA, allowing you to benefit from tax-free savings.
- An employee and family assistance program - EFAP
- To contribute to a sustainable future, as trains is one of the most eco-friendly modes of transportation in Canada.
- Supervise mechanical teams and coordinate daily work plans.
- Manage the work process to maintain locomotive periodic maintenance schedule with the general manager.
- Assign tasks and monitor progress across multiple locations
- Manage the decisions concerning repairs and maintenance practices of locomotives.
- Monitor's locomotive dwell time to maximize locomotive availability for GW owned locomotives.
- Provide technical support to employees by troubleshooting mechanical issues and equipment malfunctions
- Ensure that locomotive maintenance files comply with GWCI regulations and current Transport Canada standards.
- Participate in budget preparation and ensure operations are carried out within financial and operational constraints
- Manage, coach, and mentor employees while ensuring a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies, reporting incidents, and maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
- Creates different reports for company management.
- Hybrid position involving both administrative and fieldwork
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Railway Mechanical department
- Flexible in terms of working hours
- Solid knowledge of Transport Canada regulations related to locomotive operations and maintenance
- Proven ability to train, supervise, and manage hourly employees effectively
- Valid driver’s license
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, database systems, and email communication