72023
Supervisors, railway transport operations
- Express Entry skill level
- Yes
- Regulated in Québec
- No
- In demand in Manitoba
- No
Classification
Trades, transport & equipment operators
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Definition
Supervisors of railway transport operations supervise and coordinate the activities of railway and yard locomotive engineers, railway yard workers and railway labourers. They are employed by railway transport companies.
Main duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who operate trains, drive locomotives in railway yards and perform other duties related to railway operations
- Establish methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments
- Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve performance
- Requisition materials and supplies
- Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policy
- Recommend personnel actions such as hiring and promotions
- Prepare work reports.
Example job titles
- •freight train road foreman/woman
- •railway transport operations supervisor
- •stationmaster
- •trainmaster
- •yard foreman/woman - railway
- •yardmaster - railway
Overview
NOC 72023 (Supervisors, railway transport operations) is classified as a TEER 2 occupation under the Canadian National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system. Professionals in this occupational group supervise and coordinate the activities of railway transport operators, such as locomotive engineers, railway conductors, yard conductors, and related workers. They are primarily employed by railway transport companies and urban transit systems to ensure safe and efficient rail operations.
To qualify for this occupation, candidates typically require completion of secondary school and several years of experience as a railway conductor, locomotive engineer, or in a related railway transport role. Key duties include coordinating the activities of train crews, supervising yard switching operations, monitoring safety regulations, and resolving operational issues to maintain schedules.
As a TEER 2 occupation, NOC 72023 is eligible for Canada's Express Entry system under programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please refer to official IRCC and ESDC guidelines for authorized immigration processes.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.