About the Project:
The Eglinton Crosstown West Extension will bring the Eglinton Crosstown LRT another 9.2 kilometers farther west, creating a continuous rapid transit line from the east end of Toronto into Mississauga. The Stations, Rail, and Systems (SRS) package encompasses the design, construction, integration, and commissioning of key project components.
Position Overview:
TRP has a current vacancy for a Learning & Development Specialist who is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering training and development programs to support workforce capability across a major rail transit infrastructure project delivered by Trillium Rail Partners (TRP).
Working within a complex design-build / P3 environment, this role supports the development of technical, safety, leadership, and compliance training programs aligned with project requirements. The Learning & Development Specialist works closely with project leadership, HR, safety, and functional teams to ensure employees and contractors are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to safely and effectively deliver project objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Training Program Development & Delivery
- Design, develop, and deliver training programs aligned with project needs, including:
- Leadership and professional development programs
- Technical and role-specific training
- Health, safety, and environmental (HSE) training
- Systems, processes, and compliance training
- Support onboarding and orientation programs for new hires and project staff.
- Coordinate programs for in-person and virtual delivery.
- Coach subject matter experts (SMEs) for effective delivery.
Learning Needs Analysis
- Partner with functional leaders (engineering, construction, project controls, etc.) to identify training needs and skill gaps.
- Develop training plans aligned with workforce capability requirements and project phases.
- Support development of competency frameworks for all project roles, including KI’s, specialized skills, etc.
- Partner with the HR Lead to support talent audits, identifying skill-vs-will gaps in key positions and developing targeted development plans or transition strategies.
- Support with succession planning activities and other HR programs related to talent reviews, mapping, etc.
Training Coordination & Administration
- Coordinate training schedules, sessions, facilitators, and logistics across multiple project teams and locations.
- Manage training records, certifications, and compliance tracking.
- Support implementation and administration of Learning Management Systems (LMS), Flex Manager and BambooHR.
Compliance & Safety Training
- Ensure all required safety, regulatory, and compliance training is delivered and tracked in accordance with project and legal requirements, by collaborating with Health & Safety department.
- Collaborate with safety teams to support delivery of mandatory training (e.g., site safety, working at heights, rail corridor safety).
- Support audit readiness through accurate training documentation.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Work closely with HR, safety, project leadership, and external training providers to deliver effective learning solutions.
- Support communication and promotion of training initiatives across the project.
- Gather feedback from participants and stakeholders to improve training programs.
- Provide real-time, "in-the-moment" coaching to managers struggling with difficult feedback or team performance issues.
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Track and report on training effectiveness, participation, and outcomes.
- Establish KPIs to measure the effectiveness of leadership initiatives, including management sentiment scores and retention rates within key technical groups.
- Evaluate training programs and recommend improvements based on feedback and performance metrics.
- Stay current with industry best practices in learning and development, particularly within construction and infrastructure sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience in learning & development, training coordination, or workforce development, preferably in construction, infrastructure, or industrial environments.
- Experience supporting safety and compliance training programs is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training record management.
- Experience working in large, multidisciplinary project environments is an asset.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Ability to design and deliver engaging training programs, both virtually and in-person.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
- Ability to work with diverse teams across technical and non-technical functions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with LMS platforms is an asset.
- Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting capabilities.
- Proactive, adaptable, and continuous improvement mindset.
What TRP Can Offer You:
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer Matching Retirement Program
- Life insurance
At TRP, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
