Overview
Brandt is looking for Operator Safety Trainer for our Saskatoon location. To help meet our growing client base, we are looking for additional Operator Safety Trainers (Material Handling, Compact and Heavy Equipment) to complement our existing team. Applicants must be driven health and safety professionals with a desire to help businesses build a safer workplace.
As part of a high-performing team, you will assist customers ensure that aspects related to equipment training meet their legislative responsibilities by delivering high-impact and effective classroom and practical equipment training. In addition, you will also assist with developing and selling equipment training solutions as a subject matter expert. Applicants should have prior industrial safety training experience, specifically, teaching in training classrooms and at customer locations in Industrial, Energy & Resources, and/or public sectors(s).
Applicants must possess sound knowledge of adult education principles, have exceptional communication (written and verbal) skills, and a work history of at least 5 years of providing training to employees both inside and outside of their organizations.
Applicants must possess intermediate computer skills, a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel to clients across territory as needed including occasional evening and weekends.
Who We Are
Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.
For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that we’re at our best.
Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.
That’s Powerful Value, Delivered.
What You Will Be Responsible For
- Facilitate both in-person and on-site training courses to audiences across different industries using adult learning principles and best practices
- Rely on industry knowledge of various subjects with the practical application to accurately answer participant questions with sensitivity, professionalism, and inclusivity
- Conduct training needs analysis to identify the skills and knowledge required for all levels within the courses
- Perform practical evaluations for courses (powered mobile equipment, fall protection, crane & rigging)
- Ensure that administrative/regulatory requirements are completed accurately and in a timely manner, including training records, timesheets, expenses
- Act as a subject matter expert as required to assist in the development or modification of course content
- Provide feedback to relevant internal teams to ensure seamless, accurate, and meaningful content delivery to the customers
- Work closely with leadership, training coordinator, administration, and sales team to best understand the needs of our clients and share any relevant information and opportunities to maximize both customer satisfaction and revenue generation
What We Look For
- Post-Secondary Education in Health and Safety or related experience
- Health and Safety certifications and accreditations (e.g., WHMIS, Working at Heights, Train the Trainer programs)
- Solid understanding and knowledge of legislation including but not limited to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Canadian Standards Association, the Canada Labor Code, and other applicable Health and Safety regulations
- 5+ years of practical experience using adult learning techniques and best practices in a trainer/facilitator capacity including both virtual and in-person environments with both technical and non-technical audiences
- Experienced with learners from various industries such as industrial, construction, manufacturing and public
- CRSP certification is a strong plus, as is an Adult Education
- 2+ years delivering Health and Safety Programs including Equipment Training, Working at Heights, and Train the Trainer
- Proficiency with using MS Office, Learning Management Systems, tech-savviness, and the willingness and ability to embrace new technologies
- Possess a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel to customers across territory as needed including occasional evening and weekends
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation: we offer fair, market-based wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.
- Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.
- Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.
- Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental and more to support your wellbeing.
- Retirement savings programs: Pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.
When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It’s as simple as that.
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