Site Workshop Supervisor

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

Context

The On-Site Workshop Supervisor will be responsible for monitoring and coordinating the refurbishment activities for passenger rail cars at the New Richmond workshop in Gaspésie. This is a six-month contract.

Missions/Main Duties

• Validate the installations performed by contractors and confirm compliance with drawings, specifications, standards, and internal procedures.
• Inspect the quality of workmanship and document nonconformities as well as corrective actions.
• Photograph key stages, record observations, and produce complete, timely progress reports.
• Assess work progress, compare it with schedules, and flag variances with recommended actions.
• Verify and control the use of the correct revisions of drawings, specifications, and documents on the shop floor and on site.
• Perform on-site measurements of railcar systems or components.
• Generate installation procedures starting from existing documentation, with support from SYSTRA’s engineering team.
• Perform updates to existing installation procedures 
• Safeguard, properly use, and maintain company equipment; report and escalate any breakdowns or maintenance needs.
• Conduct periodic inventories of company materials, keep registers up to date, and initiate necessary replenishments.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) at suppliers, compare against acceptance criteria, and issue the corresponding reports.

Profile/Skills

Education: DEP in a relevant technical field (e.g., construction, mechanics, electricity, civil engineering) or recognized equivalent.
Years of experience: 2–3 years of experience in a similar role involving work supervision.
Technical competencies:

• Reading and interpretation of technical plans/drawings; revision control and document traceability.
• Visual and dimensional inspection; proficiency with measuring tools (calipers, gauges) and acceptance criteria/FAI.
• Preparation of follow-up reports with photographic evidence; use of digital site tools (DMS/QMS, checklists, office suites).
• Knowledge of the transportation technical domain (an asset).
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English*

*Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, communicating effectively in their preferred language and facilitating strategic meetings.

Personal & soft skills:

• Strong teamwork skills.
• On-site leadership and effective delegation.

Additional information:

• 6 months contract.
• Position based in New Richmond, Gaspésie. 

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

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