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Ballad Group

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Unlock Your Potential

Edmonton, Alberta

Professional Services
51–200 people

About

Founded in 2012, Ballad provides employment service programs for unemployed and underemployed Albertans in 6 regions across the province. Our industry-driven programs prepare participants to obtain meaningful employment in a diversity of industries including supply chain, construction, hospitality, insurance and agribusiness. Our programs include essential skills workshops, simulated work sites, in-class occupational training, micro-credentials, employer site visits and job placements. Our impact goal is to empower participants to be resilient and reattach to the workforce long-term. We also provide economic development, community development and business advisory consulting services for rural municipalities and Indigenous Communities. We integrate an engagement process that supports our clients achieve their vision for the future.

Open positions

Self-Employment Program Facilitator

On-site · Airdrie

Ballad Group The Ballad team is comprised of business professionals, strengthening the communities in which we live and work. Our diverse team brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and creativity to each project we undertake. We provide services related to training, business planning, government relations, Indigenous engagement, and community development. Ballad ensures that the work we undertake has meaningful impact, ALWAYS. Today, Ballad employs nearly 100 team members across 13 offices throughout Alberta. We operate innovative simulated worksites that include construction, hospita…

Business Coach

On-site · Airdrie

Ballad Group The Ballad team is comprised of business professionals, strengthening the communities in which we live and work. Our diverse team brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and creativity to each project we undertake. We provide services related to training, business planning, government relations, Indigenous engagement, and community development. Ballad ensures that the work we undertake has meaningful impact, ALWAYS. Today, Ballad employs nearly 100 team members across 13 offices throughout Alberta. We operate innovative simulated worksites that include construction, hospita…

Program Coordinator

On-site · Airdrie

Ballad Group The Ballad team is comprised of business professionals, strengthening the communities in which we live and work. Our diverse team brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and creativity to each project we undertake. We provide services related to training, business planning, government relations, Indigenous engagement, and community development. Ballad ensures that the work we undertake has meaningful impact, ALWAYS. Today, Ballad employs nearly 100 team members across 13 offices throughout Alberta. We operate innovative simulated worksites that include construction, hospita…

Program Supervisor

On-site · Edmonton

Ballad Group Ballad’s Training Division is hiring a  Program Supervisor;  the lead role for our Edmonton Workforce Employment Readiness and Connections Program.  We know that’s a mouth full, so you can call it the WERC program. We invite those who love working as a program coordinator and career counsellor with extraordinary organizational and leadership skills to join our team. But who is Ballad Group? Well, our training programs have built capacity in diverse areas including entrepreneurship, insurance, information and computer technology, construction, French language acquisition, hosp…

Community Support Navigator

On-site · Edmonton

About Ballad Group The Ballad team is comprised of business professionals, strengthening the communities in which we live and work. Our diverse team brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and creativity to each project we undertake. We provide services related to training, business planning, government relations, Indigenous engagement, and community development. Ballad ensures that the work we undertake has meaningful impact, ALWAYS. Today, Ballad employs nearly 100 team members across 13 offices throughout Alberta. We operate innovative simulated worksites that include construction, h…

Community Support Navigator

On-site · Calgary

About Ballad Group The Ballad team is comprised of business professionals, strengthening the communities in which we live and work. Our diverse team brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and creativity to each project we undertake. We provide services related to training, business planning, government relations, Indigenous engagement, and community development. Ballad ensures that the work we undertake has meaningful impact, ALWAYS. Today, Ballad employs nearly 100 team members across 13 offices throughout Alberta. We operate innovative simulated worksites that include construction, h…

Human Resources Coordinator

On-site · Calgary

The Human Resources Coordinator will support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement. They will also assist in maintaining HR systems, documentation, and providing practical support to employees and leadership.

Manager, Public Relations & Communications

On-site

The Manager, Communications & Insights leads public relations, thought leadership, and strategic communications to enhance the organization's reputation and influence. This role involves building media relationships, developing executive narratives, and translating organizational insights into compelling stories for diverse stakeholders.

Employment Specialist

On-site · Edmonton

The Employment Specialist will develop and implement business development strategies to secure quality job placements for program participants. They will also provide pre-employment support, manage employer relationships, and ensure successful job matching within the Edmonton region.

Oil & Gas Shop Facilitator (Whitecourt)

On-site · Alexis Whitecourt 232

The Shop Foreman is responsible for the daily supervision, safety, and skill development of participants within a simulated oil and gas worksite environment. They will deliver hands-on instruction, maintain shop equipment, and collaborate with the program team to align training with industry standards and labour market needs.

Oil & Gas Shop Facilitator (Grande Prairie)

On-site · Grande Prairie

The Shop Foreman is responsible for supervising and instructing participants in a simulated oil and gas shop environment to develop industry-readiness skills. They will also collaborate with the program team to update training materials, ensure safety compliance, and manage shop equipment and inventory.

Career Coach

On-site · Edmonton

The Career Coach will facilitate employment and life management workshops while providing individualized counselling to help participants overcome barriers to employment. They will also collaborate with the team to develop program materials and assist in securing job placements for participants.

Hospitality Specialist - Trainee

On-site · Whitecourt

Are you interested in a rewarding career in the construction industry? We are seeking individuals who are on income support or collecting regular EI-Benefits for a unique job development opportunity. **Must apply using below link to be considered** Apply Here: https://wkf.ms/3VLoTTi If the above link does not work, please copy and paste into your browser.    About Us: Ballad offers a 4 to 21-week program focused on equipping participants with workplace essentials skills for success with a focus on the hospitality industry. Our program leads to industry standard certifications, resu…

General Construction Career - Trainee

On-site · Whitecourt

Are you interested in a rewarding career in the construction industry? We are seeking individuals who are on income support or collecting regular EI-Benefits for a unique job development opportunity. **Must apply using below link to be considered** Apply Here: https://wkf.ms/3VLoTTi If the above link does not work, please copy and paste into your browser.      About Us: Ballad offers a 4 to 21-week program focused on equipping participants with workplace essentials skills for success with a focus on the construction industry. Our program leads to industry standard certifications,…