Explore unit group

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

• Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers who operate trains, drive locomotives in railway yards and perform other duties related to railway operations
• Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
• Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve performance
• Requisition materials and supplies
• Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy
• Recommend personnel actions such as hiring and promotions
• Prepare work reports.

• Completion of secondary school is usually required.
• A Canadian Rail Operating Rules certificate is required.
• A certificate in accordance with the Railway Employee Qualification Standards Regulations is required.
• Several years of railway operations experience are required.

• Supervisors of railway car repairers and locomotive mechanics (in 7301 Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades)
• Supervisors of railway track maintenance crews (in 7302 Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews)