As the Operator Competency Advisor, you are responsible for collaborating with various operating groups to develop and deliver competency-based programs. These programs are designed to establish KPI-driven targets that clearly define and measure operator performance expectations. Additionally, you will continuously assess and refine the program content to ensure it meets evolving industry standards and organizational needs.
Join the Ledcor Equipment group in Edmonton, AB today!
Essential Responsibilities:
- Deliver competency programs in classroom and one-on-one settings for new hires, operators, and assessors
- Tailor competency approaches to meet successor needs and prepare them to evaluate operators effectively
- Conduct accurate, consistent field assessments of operator and assessor performance and safety
- Develop, administer, and record written and practical assessments in Workday Learn with actionable feedback
- Visit project sites to support and certify competent assessors through program application
- Monitor and audit competency program effectiveness, materials, and documentation for quality and compliance
- Identify improvement opportunities and ensure consistent competency delivery organization-wide
- Advise and communicate with stakeholders on internal standards, competency requirements, and regulatory updates
- Maintain accuracy and validity of certifications (e.g., First Aid, equipment-specific) and regulatory compliance
- Promote a strong safety culture, addressing unsafe practices and ensuring adherence to company policies
Qualifications:
- Holds relevant Competency certifications (e.g. Certified Technical Advisor, Train-the-Advisor) is preferred
- Must have a valid Class 5 license
- 4+ years of relevant industry experience operating or dealing directly with equipment.
- 4+ years’ experience in a similar role
- Demonstrates strong ability to provide constructive guidance and advice through a collaborative approach
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven knowledge of mobile equipment safety practices
- Proficient in writing Field Level Hazard Assessments
- Basic computer literacy, including experience with Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDFs
- Technologically savvy and quick to embrace new equipment technologies
- Ability to provide remote learning when required
- Either holds or has the ability to work towards a Class 3 and Class 1 license
- Holding valid and current certifications for Fall Arrest, Elevated Work Platform, Telehandler, and Forklift is an asset. Certifications must be maintained in good standing once issued
Working Conditions:
- Office based role
- Approximately 50% travel required to various site locations
Additional Information
The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.
Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.
Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.
Employment Equity
At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.
Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.
Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.