Rheinhardt Khunuxab - Locomotive technical supervisor
"I am responsible for the locomotive expresser, shift and radiators. This is an artisan dual trade, and as a supervisor, I am responsible for my colleagues and
running the day-to-day operations of the locomotive. I schedule the locomotives for incoming and outgoing operations and make sure we have enough locomotives for the rolling stock. Being required to work with your hands can prove challenging at times, but I have always strived for performance and getting the job done. Challenges keep me on my toes.” According to CareerPlanner.com (n.d.), The Supervisor, Locomotive oversees the repair and maintenance activities of locomotives, ensuring they operate efficiently and comply with safety standards. Their responsibilities include reading reports on locomotive issues to determine necessary repairs, assigning tasks based on workers' skills, and monitoring progress to ensure procedures are followed correctly.
They direct preventive maintenance on components like diesel engines, electrical systems, and air brakes, and manage the stock of replacement parts to prevent shortages.
In addition to managing repairs, the supervisor inspects shop equipment to ensure safety and performance standards are met, and reports any malfunctions to appropriate personnel. They also patrol work sites to observe operations, inspect safety equipment, and ensure compliance with company, union, and government regulations. The role requires strong leadership skills to coordinate a team effectively and ensure tasks are completed on schedule and within guidelines.
Overall, the Supervisor, Locomotive plays a critical role in maintaining the operational efficiency and safety of locomotives, ensuring they meet both company standards and regulatory requirements. Their ability to manage resources, supervise maintenance activities, and enforce safety protocols contributes to the smooth and reliable operation of all activities they carry out.
running the day-to-day operations of the locomotive. I schedule the locomotives for incoming and outgoing operations and make sure we have enough locomotives for the rolling stock. Being required to work with your hands can prove challenging at times, but I have always strived for performance and getting the job done. Challenges keep me on my toes.” According to CareerPlanner.com (n.d.), The Supervisor, Locomotive oversees the repair and maintenance activities of locomotives, ensuring they operate efficiently and comply with safety standards. Their responsibilities include reading reports on locomotive issues to determine necessary repairs, assigning tasks based on workers' skills, and monitoring progress to ensure procedures are followed correctly.
They direct preventive maintenance on components like diesel engines, electrical systems, and air brakes, and manage the stock of replacement parts to prevent shortages.
In addition to managing repairs, the supervisor inspects shop equipment to ensure safety and performance standards are met, and reports any malfunctions to appropriate personnel. They also patrol work sites to observe operations, inspect safety equipment, and ensure compliance with company, union, and government regulations. The role requires strong leadership skills to coordinate a team effectively and ensure tasks are completed on schedule and within guidelines.
Overall, the Supervisor, Locomotive plays a critical role in maintaining the operational efficiency and safety of locomotives, ensuring they meet both company standards and regulatory requirements. Their ability to manage resources, supervise maintenance activities, and enforce safety protocols contributes to the smooth and reliable operation of all activities they carry out.
