Senior Manager Training and Compliance

POSITION:            Senior Manager Training and Compliance (Replacement)
REPORTS TO:      Director, Training & Regulatory Affairs
DEPARTMENT:     Rail Transportation    
LOCATION:           Flexible (Cochrane, Englehart, North Bay)
REFERENCE:       100-70-25
SALARY:                $106,964 - $125,839 WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services.  We employ over 900 skilled professionals and are over 120 years old and proud of our heritage and connection to the communities we serve.  We are focused on moving forward with the goal of being a valued leader in transportation.  We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, 3 paid personal leave days along with discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services. ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Senior Manager Training and Compliance is responsible for coordination, leading, implementing and supporting regulatory programs across the Company’s rail operations. This position will lead the development and delivery of training, updating of ONTC training documents, be responsible for rail safety management, and develop & implement the internal compliance audit program to ensure accountability with regulatory requirements.   MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Leads employees with clear direction and goals and providing coaching or guidance through regular monitoring of employee performance
•    Oversees and participates in human resource responsibilities such as recruitment, performance management including employee investigations and discipline, training and WSIB correspondence
•    Responds to employee concerns and collective agreement issues 
•    Establishes training standards and requirements for the Rail division in accordance with business, compliance, and safety needs
•    Develops/maintains the training matrix to identify training requirements for positions within Rail division
•    Supports Manager/Supervisor leadership training by providing coaching, guidance and positive reinforcement
•    Chairs quarterly RSMS meetings and assists with updating the RSMS program
•    Leads regulatory and internal audits of the RSMS program
•    Oversees efficiency testing including Manager/Supervisor training for observations
•    Implements the process for validation and sign-offs
•    Develops method for tracking employees tested and observed 
•    Create an internal audit strategy to compare actual ONTC compliance with inspection findings and measure against the various requirements
•    Quantify and categorize deviations from proper compliance and provide reporting to applicable departments
•    Provide options for corrective action, through training, increased oversight, or use of technology to maintain and enhance compliance
•    Manage and direct internal compliance inspectors to ensure relevant and comprehensive oversight of employee competency for regulated work functions
•    Ensure sufficient quantity of Operations employees are trained and qualified prior to start of service, within tight timelines
•    Ensure training program content and delivery meet regulatory and Company requirements
•    Scrutinize and approve monthly budget, accounts payable, and purchasing card transactions of subordinates REQUIREMENTS:
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Operations Analysis, or applicable Railway experience
•    5+ years experience in a Railway position such as a Locomotive Engineer, Conductor or Rail Traffic Controller 
•    Previous supervisory or management experience with proven ability to train and teach
•    Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) and Manual of Track Requirements (MTR) qualified
•    Previous teaching/training/mentoring experience
•    Previous experience with auditing and report writing
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•    Technical knowledge of track infrastructure and standards
•    Computer and mobile device literate, including proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams 
•    Valid G driver’s license and the ability to travel throughout our rail system
•    Understanding of collective agreements
•    Must be committed to company health and safety  BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification. CLOSING DATE:  June 12, 2024, no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.  Visit our career website to apply: Ontario Northland is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources. Les offres d'emploi sont également disponibles en français. Visitez notre site Web sur les carrières ou appelez le , poste 394 pour plus de renseignements.