Rail Supervisor

About Autoport

Chances are, we handled the car you drive today. As a transportation leader in the automotive industry, Autoport handles more than 2 million import and domestic vehicles annually. We are well positioned to offer seamless access to key ports and global trade. Since our opening in 1971, we have established the solutions, the experience, and the expertise required to safely transport vehicles to the valued customer. Imagine driving onto a multi-level railcar and the precision it requires. As people drive vehicles throughout North America, we are the ones who ensure that cars are well secured and arrive to the dealership damage-free.

Autoport Limited is looking for a Rail Supervisor at its facility located in Eastern Passage!

Supervisors are responsible for the oversight of the 24/7/365 operational functions of the railyard, balancing the overall demand to achieve organizational objectives. Our Supervisors assists in achieving goals, growth, and profitability of the terminal ensuring each align with the Eastern Region as a whole. They are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring planning goals and strategic planning initiatives for long-term success.

Supervisors are accountable to observe and report on compliance with all operating and safety rules, implementing departmental safety initiatives, and supporting inter-departmental safety goals and objectives. This position is responsible to foster strong working relationships with all of Autoport's internal and external stakeholders with a focus on the timely and safe movement of product throughout the entire process from arrival though to yard exit.

Major Responsibilities 
 

• Coaches employees on safe work procedures, holding all accountable to the goal of zero injuries and zero accidents.
• Monitors compliance to rules through safety engagements (quantity is proportional to the size of the terminal) including proper feedback (both constructive and positive), take action on non-compliance, and documentation.
• Executes job briefings before every shift identifying and correcting hazards, working conditions, clarifying expectations regarding work to be performed.
• Collaborates with external contacts such as transportation on pending arrivals and departures planning placements ensuring efficiencies for both parties.
• Collaborates with management to plan workload based on respective pipelines, maximizing daily resources across all shifts ensuring consistent terminal fluidity.
• Monitors employee productivity ensuring no unnecessary downtime and ensuring the labour force is right-sized for the daily operations.
• As required, modify the plan to achieve the daily goals.
• Manages employees within the bounds of the collective agreement where applicable, as well as local legislation.
• Communicates goals and policies to create a clear understanding of direction and expectations.

Qualifications and Requirements
• Leadership skills including communication, planning, problem solving and decision-making.
• Comprehensive understanding of safe rail and work practices is an asset.
• High degree of commitment to safety is required.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and process management.
• Communication skills, both verbal and written and interpersonal skills are required in dealing with clients, supervising staff and directing contractors.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and teambuilding skills.
• Work cooperatively with others while displaying a positive attitude to further the goals of the company.
• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy in a multi-tasking environment.
• Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, sound judgment and initiative.
• Good computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel/Word), SRS, SAP.
• Ability to work independently or in a team-based environment. 
• Ability to hold people accountable.
• Valid drivers license with clean record
• Emergency Response Training (First Aid/CPR)

Competencies that are expected for the position

Exemplifies Safety & Promotes ESG, Adopts a Customer Centric Mindset, Empowers and Develops People, Collaborates as One Team, Innovates with Purpose to Drive Change. 

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick/Personal Days
Pension Plan
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Safety Boot Allowance
Bonus Potential

To learn more about us, check out our Facebook page at: 

www.facebook.com/AutoportLimited

Autoport Limited is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, communities, and industries. Autoport Limited welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Autoport Limited's Accommodation Policy is available on request, including in accessible formats.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through e-mail.