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NOC 72023 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Supervisors, railway transport operations. It is classified TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.
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.
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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).
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Yes — Supervisors, railway transport operations is TEER 2, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.
Supervisors, railway transport operations is classified as TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.