L&D Specialist

at  Colas

WHAT IS COLAS?

Colas Canada is a subsidiary of the Colas Group of companies, a world leader in road construction. Colas Canada has over 8,500 employees nationwide. Colas Canada manufactures and provides various aggregate, emulsion, binders and asphalt and concrete mixes to the marketplace. Colas Canada, though its vast network both at home and abroad, has access to highly experienced and skilled personnel and state-of-art know-how in nearly every field of road construction, rehabilitation and maintenance.

JOB SUMMARY

Employment type: Permanent, Full-time
Reporting to: Director, Learning and Development
Remote work: Hybrid, 2 days remote per week
Location: 4950 Young St, Toronto ON M2N 6K1
Start date : As soon as possible
Salary: 72 000 - 88 000$ per year

ROLE’S MISSION

The L&D Specialist will support the planning and organizing of learning courses and events, act as the Training Management System (TMS) administrator, coordinate learning and development programs, develop and deliver L&D programs, work with employees and leaders, and actively participate in ad hoc projects.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with experts to create and deliver technical and non-technical training.
• Facilitate both in-person and virtual training sessions, using various instructional methods.
• Develop and update comprehensive training programs and materials.
• Apply adult learning principles in training delivery.
• Support diversity, equity, and employee development programs.
• Manage training logistics and ensure schedules are coordinated.
• Research industry best practices and manage external vendor relationships.
• Assess training effectiveness and gather participant feedback.
• Oversee internal and external facilitators.
• Manage the Training Management System (TMS) and Learning Management System (LMS).
• Handle invoices and support budget processes.
• Align training initiatives with organizational goals.
• Ensure efficiency and accuracy in Learning and Development tasks.