Rail Operations Planner

Metrolinx

Canada
On-site
Transportation planning degree or equivalent experience
Commuter rail or transit infrastructure planning experience
Rail scheduling and operations simulation software knowledge
Metrolinx is seeking a Rail Operations Planner to deliver strategic transportation analysis for new and existing rail services across the Greater Golden Horseshoe

Job Summary

  • Metrolinx is seeking a Rail Operations Planner to deliver strategic transportation analysis for new and existing rail services across the Greater Golden Horseshoe.
  • The role involves managing projects for service expansion, developing business cases, and utilizing simulation models to validate timetables and assess track impacts.
  • Candidates must possess strong technical analysis skills and knowledge of rail operations to optimize schedules, equipment, and capital budgets.

Matching Summary

Metrolinx is seeking a Rail Operations Planner to deliver strategic transportation analysis for new and existing rail services across the Greater Golden Horseshoe.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Transportation Planning degree or equivalent experience
  • Commuter rail or transit infrastructure planning experience
  • Rail scheduling and operations simulation software knowledge
  • Data management and quantitative analysis skills
  • Knowledge of CROR industry standards and regulations

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Trapeze, RailSys, or OpenTrack software
  • Strong project management capabilities
  • Policy analysis and development process knowledge
  • Ability to work in an equity-focused team environment

Key Requirements

  • Diploma/degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, or Engineering
  • Demonstrated years of experience in rail-based transit planning
  • Legal entitlement to work in Canada
  • Completion of apprenticeship program with trade certification as alternative qualification

Work Rights

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

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