Leader, Training & Development

Leader, Training & Development Application Deadline:

31 August 2026

Department:

Human Resources

Employment Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Guelph, ON

Reporting To:

John Ludwig

Compensation:

$90,000 - $120,000 / year

Description RWDI is a global climate and performance engineering consulting firm that helps its clients redefine what’s possible by overcoming design and operational challenges, while minimizing environmental, user, and resource impact. With deep technical expertise across a broad range of services, we drive success on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects.

We are a values-based organization, which means everything we do relates back to our three core values: innovation, integrity, and integration. So, when we look for new people to join our team, alignment to these values is a vital piece of our people puzzle. Here’s what this looks like:

You push the boundaries of what’s possible.

People know they can rely on you to follow through on your commitments.

You believe that when a group of people come together, they can achieve more than any one person could alone.

If this sounds like you and you’re ready to join an award-winning organization and work alongside renown technical and exceptionally innovative colleagues, RWDI is the place for you.

In the role of Training & Development Leader you will partner with Human Resources, Leaders and Team members across all departments and regions to advance our training & development culture. You will help design, implement, and manage strategic programs that support RWDI’s culture, vision, and values.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and own a global learning & development (L&D) strategy for the organization.

Assess capability gaps and future skill needs (technical, leadership, role-specific) and translate into prioritized learning roadmaps.

Design, implement and scale blended learning solutions: instructor-led, virtual instructor-led, on-the-job learning, mentorship, communities of practice, microlearning, and e-learning platforms.

Build and manage signature programs in the areas of onboarding, mentorship and leadership development.

Partner closely with engineering leaders, Human Resources, and hiring to embed learning into talent processes (performance, succession).

Establish and manage measurement frameworks and KPIs (skill adoption, learning ROI, employee engagement/retention).

Own vendor selection and relationships (content platforms, external trainers) and manage L&D budget.

Lead a small global team that includes instructional design and training coordination.

Pilot innovative approaches (learning analytics, adaptive learning, AI-enabled tutoring) and scale successful experiments.

Communicate regularly to senior leadership on program progress, risks, and impact.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

8+ years L&D / Talent Development experience with increasing ownership; 3+ years leading global programs or teams, preferably within engineering or complex technical environments.

Demonstrated track record designing scalable, measurable learning programs and embedding them into talent processes.

Subject matter expertise in Change management methodologies.

Experience with learning technologies (LMS/LXP, authoring tools, virtual classroom platforms) and learning measurement frameworks.

Experience with a variety of different coaching tools and methodologies. Specific experience with Clifton Strengths is an asset.

BA/BS in Education, Organizational Development, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certification (CPLP, SHRM, L&D certifications) a plus.

Job Benefits

An opportunity to redefine possible.

Salary range: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00

Group health benefits, RRSP, and Company bonus.

Proactive and ongoing training, education, and a Learning Spending Account.

Fitness Spending Account

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations RWDI endorses and practices the principles of equal opportunity employment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with AODA and the Human Rights Code.

AI is not used in the recruitment process.

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