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About the Role
Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is seeking a Railway Foreman to lead, coordinate, and actively participate in daily railway maintenance and construction activities while supporting safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This role provides on-site direction to a unionized crew while performing skilled, hands-on work in compliance with company standards, collective agreements, and Transport Canada regulations.
Responsibilities
- Provide on-site leadership and direction while working alongside the crew
- Lead daily job briefings, hazard assessments, and ensure full compliance with safety standards
- Organize, assign, and monitor work to meet schedules, production targets, and quality expectations
- Perform hands-on maintenance, installation, inspection, and repair of track infrastructure
- Operate, or oversee the operation of, specialized railway tools and equipment
- Conduct track inspections and report defects in accordance with Transport Canada and company standards
- Support emergency response activities, including derailments, washouts, and track outages
- Identify issues or changes in scope and communicate them to the Supervisor
- Ensure work assignments and coordination align with the collective agreement
- Maintain accurate documentation, including work logs, inspection reports, safety documentation, and daily production records
- Ensure tools, vehicles, and equipment are used, inspected, and maintained properly
- Foster a respectful, collaborative work environment aligned with company and union standards
- Perform other related duties as required
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience in a foreman role in railway maintenance, construction, or operations
- Previous leadership experience in a unionized environment is an asset
- CROR certification, or the ability to obtain
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence (DZ/AZ preferred)
- Completion of applicable internal railway training, including Track Inspection and Roadway Worker Protection
- Strong leadership, communication, and crew-coordination skills
- Solid understanding of Transport Canada regulations and railway safe work procedures
- Ability to read and interpret track charts, technical drawings, and work orders
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in fast-paced environments
- Effective organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain
- Flexibility to work weekends, nights, overtime, and respond to call-outs as required
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Crew coordination
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Organizational skills
- Documentation skills
Location
- Ontario
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Unionized Role
Experience Level
- 3-5 years of experience in a foreman role
Education Level
- CROR certification
- Applicable internal railway training
Salary/Compensations
- $45.11 per hour
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program through union membership
- Opportunities for advancement and industry training
About the Company
- Universal Rail Solutions Inc. keeps Canada's railways moving — safely, efficiently, and sustainably.
- We work coast-to-coast across every railway sector and project size, delivering exceptional value to our clients.
Equal Opportunity
- Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.