Training Specialist

Training Specialist

Company Summary :

Cad Railway Industries Ltd was founded in 1968, headquartered in Montreal. We take pride on being North America’s leader of full-service solutions in the freight, passenger and commuter rail industries in Canada, the United States and offshore.

Cad Railway has other facilities in Calgary, Lethbridge (under Caltrax banner) and has recently been selected by the ONxpress Transportation Partners association to provide all legacy fleet maintenance services for the Metrolinx rail fleet of approximately 1000 bi-level coaches and 90 locomotives.

Cad Railway’s delivery team will operate and maintain Metrolinx’s rail maintenance facilities in Etobicoke and Whitby, as well as in multiple overnight along with mid-day light servicing facilities located across the Metrolinx train service area.

Summary of the role :

The Training Specialist will be responsible for providing hands on and subject matter training within the Metrolinx Legacy Fleet Maintenance operations.

This individual will report to the Manager- People Development and Training and provide training support across the project.

The specialist will work collaboratively with the site leadership and management team to ensure all areas of training are supported.

Core Accountabilities :

• Responsible for all aspects of training delivery to a diverse workforce
• Treat employees with respect and dignity while ensuring the needs of employees with disabilities are accommodated in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders
• Guide and support the leadership team on all aspects of training
• Educate clients and / or employees to ensure it is a safe environment while communicating the best practices in terms of operations, inspections and troubleshooting customers’ product
• Design effective training programs
• Provide instructions, direction, guidance and advice to employees during on-the-job training
• Develop assessment strategies that will evaluate the progression and learning comprehension of the trainees
• Develop and identify training and recertification programs that ensures compliance with safety rules and regulations pertaining to Fleet Maintenance operations
• Oversee the development, testing and implementation of software solutions, when required and / or possible
• Improve organizational efficiencies pertaining to maintenance and troubleshooting
• Liaison with project managers to determine training needs and schedule training sessions
• Develop and update evaluations based on feedback on the training
• Maintain accuracy of training records and ensure training related policies are in accordance with the necessary guidelines
• Support the development as well as implementing company policies and regulations focusing on promoting a safe and healthy environment
• Ensure that all Training related policies are followed in accordance with the established guidelines
• Advise the Manager- People Development and Training of any developing issues or potential issues that could arise in a timely manner
• Produce timely and quality periodic reports that are required for the Senior Manager-Human Resources and Sr. Maintenance Manager
• Ability to create, track and present overall Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure success

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 3 years Railway industry and / or Light Rail Transit, Fleet Maintenance operations experience or related industries
• Minimum 3 years in a Training position that required the development & delivery of training material & procedures, preferably in the Railway or Light Rail Transit industries (or related industries)
• Must hold a valid G class Ontario drivers licence
• Effectively deliver a variety of training programs in classroom and in actual work situations
• Ability to to read, comprehend and explain complex, technical information and operating procedures
• Experienced in dealing with a diverse workforce
• Capable to multitask, prioritize effectively and make decisions
• Display excellent presentation & communication skills both oral & written
• Strong organizational skills, problem solver and leadership skills
• Ability to deliver training both one on one and in group settings
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of applicable government workplace legislations (Ontario Human Rights code, OH&S, Fit for Duty, AODA etc.)
• Strong knowledge of the MS Office and MS Publisher

Nice to have :

• Experience working in a Unionized environment and dealing with multiple trades
• University degree or College certificate / diploma focusing on Training, Adult Education or Instructional Training
• Experience working with Adobe Framemaker
• Experienced working with industrial equipment in safety critical environments

Cad Railway Industries Ltd. provides an equal opportunity as an employer and we are dedicated to continue to preserve a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment for every individual- no matter of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion and disability status.