Railway Transport Operations Supervisors
(NOC 7304)
in All Trades and TransportationThese supervisors coordinate and supervise the activities of railway and yard locomotive engineers, railway yard workers and railway labourers. They work for railway transport companies.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. The number employed in this occupation is expected to remain largely the same over the next few years. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Supervisors of Railway Transport Operations most commonly work full-time hours.
Hourly Pay
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MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
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MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Trades and Transportation
Hourly Pay
$15.00
Minimum$24.00
Median$37.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$7,580
Minimum$37,269
Median$79,787
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
These supervisors coordinate and supervise the activities of railway and yard locomotive engineers, railway yard workers and railway labourers. They work for railway transport companies.
Job duties
Supervisors in this group:
- Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers.
- Create ways to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments.
- Solve work problems and recommend ways to improve performance.
- Request materials and supplies.
- Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy.
- Recommend staffing actions like hiring and promotions.
- Prepare work reports.
Sample job titles
- freight train road foreperson
- railway transport operations supervisor
- stationmaster
- trainmaster
- yard foreperson
- yardmaster
Skills
- Leadership and effective spoken and written communication skills are needed, and you must be able to work well with a variety of people. You must be responsible and well organized and be able to prepare cost estimates, maintain production schedules, supervise staff, and able to work as part of a team. You should also be prepared to keep up with new techniques, equipment, and materials. Physical stamina, alertness and good motor skills are necessary.
Job requirements
- High 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.
Other considerations
None
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Transportation and warehousing
Wholesale trade
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
25-34
65+
Compared to: All Trades and Transportation
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
15-24
Top levels of education
High school
N/ATrade Certification
N/ACompared to: All Trades and Transportation
Trade Certification
$46,494 median annual incomeHigh school
$31,260 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$42,050 median annual incomeLess than high school
$28,319 median annual incomeBachelor
$30,527 median annual incomeEducation & training
High School Diploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramAdults without a high school diploma can contact the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) for tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL oversees adult education programs in Nova Scotia. NSSAL partners with the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations to deliver programs. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Various, NS
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