Stephen McILwrath
Hard working professional who pays a great deal of attention to detail and safety. 18 years of Railway experience. References available upon request.
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Hard working professional who pays a great deal of attention to detail and safety. 18 years of Railway experience. References available upon request.
Experience
Construction Manager - CPKC - British Columbia
(2023-10)
Direct safety leadership and foster continuous improvement in the workplace safely. Monitor performance of the construction services delivered and initiate corrective action where appropriate. Implement policies, processes, and procedures to improve productivity and efficiency.
Identify and recommend innovative work methods, new processes, and best practices. Accountable for completion and requirements of S&C Construction RED Book and Recommended Practices for construction projects. Liaise with regulatory agencies for compliance and new installations, along with third parties, provincial, and local municipalities.
Manage the work performed and within budgetary guidelines. Coach/mentor direct reports to improve their effectiveness, assess personal effectiveness, and provide development opportunities. Provide input to modify the integrated plan according to adjustments in demand and schedule.
Fully utilize the collective agreement for effective work management.
Signal Maintainer/Foreman - Universal Rail Systems - British Columbia
(2016-05 - 2023-09)
Install wayside signal equipment such as signals, road crossings, snow melt systems, hot box detectors. Deactivate, reactive, adjust, and troubleshoot signal systems, crossing systems, GRS & US&SPower Switch systems. Oversee and supervise signal construction crews for installation of signal systems and provide proper protection.
Train Conductor - Canadian Pacific Railway - Revelstoke BC
(2014 - 2016)
Qualified Conductor in British Columbia, Mountain Subdivision, Shuswap Subdivision, and Golden Yard Switchman.
Signalman/Locator - PNR RailWorks Corporation - Toronto ON
(2011 - 2013)
Install wayside signal equipment such as signals, road crossings at grade, power switches, snow melters, and hot box detectors. Locate, map, and protect underground utilities used for the safe operation of train movements on various corridors such as Weston Sub, Oakville Sub, and Newmarket Sub.
Trackman/Labourer - PGM Rail Services - Niagara Falls ON
(2008 - 2011)
Education
Police Foundations - Police Foundations - Niagara College (2010 - 2011)
