Specialist Safety Engineering

Job summary

Analyze safety metrics and operational trends, conduct field observations and audits, and lead incident investigations to identify risks and contributing factors. Partner with employees and leaders to coach on safety, develop and monitor corrective actions, and deliver initiatives that improve safety performance across Engineering Operations.

Job details

Posting Start Date: 11/9/26 Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Make a lasting impact on the safety of one of North America's largest rail networks. As a Safety Specialist – Engineering, you'll partner with frontline teams and leaders to identify risks, investigate incidents, and drive continuous improvement across Engineering Operations. Through field engagement, trend analysis, coaching, and corrective action planning, you'll help strengthen safety performance and foster a culture where safety always comes first. POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES: Analyze safety performance metrics, incident trends, and operational data to identify risks and drive targeted safety improvements across Engineering Operations Conduct field observations, safety engagements, and audits to assess compliance, reinforce safe work practices, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement Lead and support incident investigations utilizing root cause analysis methodologies to determine contributing factors and develop effective corrective actions Partner with frontline employees and leaders to provide coaching, guidance, and expertise on safety processes, risk mitigation, and safety accountability Develop, recommend, and monitor corrective action plans to address safety concerns and prevent recurring incidents Facilitate safety training, discussions, and awareness initiatives that strengthen CPKC's safety-first culture across the Engineering department Collaborate with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, and Safety to implement programs and initiatives that improve overall safety performance Serve as a trusted safety advisor, influencing decision-making and promoting proactive risk management throughout the organization POSITION REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field is considered an asset Minimum 3 years of railroad, industrial, construction, or operational experience with a demonstrated commitment to safety; experience conducting incident investigations, audits, or safety initiatives is preferred Valid driver’s license required Valid passport with ability to travel to U.S./CAN without restrictions required WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER: Flexible and competitive benefits package Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans Employee share purchase plan Annual fitness subsidy Part-time studies program PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Background Investigation Criminal history check Education verification Driver’s license verification and driving history Passport verification CULTURE OF INCLUSION: For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). Req ID: 106664 Department: Safety, Training Standards & Rules Job Type: Full-Time Position Type: Non-Union Location: Calgary, Alberta Country: Canada % of Travel: 70-80% # of Positions: 1 Job Available to: Internal & External

What you’ll do

Analyze safety metrics and operational trends, conduct field observations and audits, and lead incident investigations to identify risks and contributing factors. Partner with employees and leaders to coach on safety, develop and monitor corrective actions, and deliver initiatives that improve safety performance across Engineering Operations.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required; post-secondary education in occupational or environmental health and safety, or a related field, is an asset. Candidates need at least three years of railroad, industrial, construction, or operational experience, a valid driver’s license, and a valid passport permitting unrestricted travel between the U.S. and Canada.

Benefits

• Flexible And Competitive Benefits Package
• Company Pension And/Or Retirement Plans
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-Time Studies Program

Listed skills

• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Continuous Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Safety Performance Analysis
• Incident Trend Analysis
• Field Observations
• Safety Audits
• Incident Investigation
• Root Cause Analysis
• Corrective Action Planning
• Risk Mitigation
• Safety Coaching
• Safety Training
• Operational Data Analysis
• Compliance Assessment
• Continuous Improvement
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Proactive Risk Management

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Transportation
• Engineering
• Logistics

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