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Reporting to the Operations Director, the Manager, Terminal & Training is responsible for the safety, financial, asset and project management, people leadership and operations of the Waterfront Training Centre (WTC).

About the Site

The BCMEA Training department manages the delivery of training in over 60 different waterfront-related disciplines, using a combination of instructor-led classroom sessions and practical experience. The Waterfront Training Centre is held to a higher standard and sets the standard for safety, guiding brand-new workers from a heavily industrialized workplace into roles that require all their focus and attention. As leaders in industry safety, we need to ensure that we are always looking to improve or eliminate any unnecessary hazards, while maintaining a positive and welcome learning environment.

Responsibilities

Waterfront Training Centre Operations

• Ensure trainees have a safe place to learn. Including : leading by example, correcting unsafe behaviours and scenarios, documenting and following up on corrective actions, using the FLRA for unique situations, PMs are updated, engage in preventative maintenance activities, and WTC staff are adequately trained and equipped to handle major incidents and drug & alcohol investigations.
• Financial oversight and planning : Map out the anticipated spending for each month synchronized with maintenance schedules and Quarterly Training Plan activities.
• Maximize classroom utilization, monitoring and addressing machine utilization to proactively plan for procurement, purchasing and expansion decisions.
• Oversee the Daily Operating Report and respond to issues proactively.
• Facilitate machine simulation and training in collaboration with the Workforce Safety.
• Committee to provide the training expertise, necessary machines, develop the worksites, consider safety implications and budget, and project timelines.
• Collaborate with various management levels and own day-to-day and project management for WTC operations.
• Liaise with BCMEA’s members and maintenance members to benchmark maintenance activities and understand member needs of the site.
• Monitor the equipment preventive maintenance program to follow regulations.
• Ensure all staff and trainers are conducting themselves in a safe and professional manner.
• Identify old equipment and make recommendations for purchasing and selling of equipment.
• Develop capital and operating budget proposal and maintain approved budget.
• Acquire quotes, purchasing and maintain stock of parts, tools and supplies for the WTC maintenance workers.
• Responsible for the engagement of direct reports through mentoring and coaching.
• Project leader for any major equipment procurement and / or installation.
• Coordinate the annual inspections for all cranes, fall protection equipment, etc.
• Bring and keep the WTC up to CLC and COHS regulations standards.
• Track and authorize invoices and payroll.
• Hold the role of Fire Marshall and Emergency Warden.
• Responsible to ensure a clean and organized site for Terminal, Shipping and Port Operators who tour the site.
• Facilitate tours and directly responsible for the group’s safety, concerns and questions.

Co-Chair Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC)

Skills and Qualifications

BC Maritime Employers Association is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.