Training Specialist

Do you enjoy helping others learn, grow, and succeed? Are you someone who thrives on creating engaging learning experiences and improving training programs? If you answered yes, our Chalk River location is hiring a Training Specialist to contribute to impactful training programs that support organizational excellence and employee success. Apply today! What you will be doing! Participating in the assessment of training needs using the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT). Assisting in developing comprehensive training needs analyses to identify the requirements of a broad range of customers and provide flexible, creative solutions in technical and non-technical training areas. Collaborating with the Training Consultant to troubleshoot, identify, and recommend solutions for compliance and regulatory training programs by evaluating performance issues and applying the SAT. Assisting with training program evaluations to support the continuous improvement of the organization's training programs. Participating in the planning, organization, and design of training events. Assisting the Training Consultant in monitoring assigned training requirements and maintaining training documentation and materials. Implementing improvements to training materials and processes to maintain industry standards and ensure training programs are comprehensive and auditable. Responding to situations in accordance with established processes to mitigate potential issues. Participating in the evaluation and identification of industry best practices and benchmarks. Planning, facilitating, and leading team and client meetings, under the guidance of the Training Consultant, using a variety of human performance techniques to resolve training issues that affect organizational effectiveness. Performing research on industry benchmarking, operational excellence (OPEX), training standards, and training best practices to support the development of effective client training solutions. Assisting with the review of instructor performance and collaboratively recommending improvements to presentation methods and instructional techniques. Other duties as assigned by your manager. What We Are Looking For Education A university degree or College diploma in Training and/or Education. Experience Minimum of two (2) years of directly relevant experience in an industrial setting. In the absence of post-secondary education, a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a technical role, working in an industrial environment, and demonstrating the ability to assume the responsibilities described. Experience in facilitation techniques, coaching and training delivery. The following experience would be an asset: Experience in designing and developing technical, practical and classroom or computer-based training (CBT) on systems and equipment in a technical/industrial environment. Experience with facilitation of remote learning using technologies such as Microsoft Teams and Skype. Experience in linking training program designs to business needs and measuring the results. Exposure to needs assessments, training evaluations or feedback analysis. Experience working in an environment with high levels of external regulation. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of the development and implementation of technical training, tying learning objectives to performance. Knowledge in the implementation of the full SAT (or equivalent) process. Project management knowledge and skills as it applies to planning and implementing large training projects. Relationship-building skills that enable effective working partnerships with Team members, internal customers, and other professional organizations. Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbal, with all levels of the company hierarchy. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Ability to effectively use computer software such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc. Knowledge of change management processes to enable effective change management application as it applies to training program management. Security Clearance Eligibility Required Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.” Working Conditions Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week. Long periods of time on the phone and/or computer. Fast-paced, competing priorities. Why CNL? Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders—pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most. From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation—we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose. What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package We believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team: Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security Do Our Priorities Resonate with You? Delivering clean energy for today and tomorrow Restoring and protecting the environment Contributing to the health of Canadians If so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL! Location: Onsite Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley, our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting with forests, lakes, and wildlife, right at your doorstep. Surrounded by welcoming communities such as Deep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke, you’ll have access to unparalleled outdoor adventures and a fantastic work-life balance. Please note: This is a fully on-site position based at our Chalk River Laboratory in Ontario. Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to read all about it! We are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in our Core Values: Respect Teamwork Accountability Safety Integrity Excellence These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningful career development opportunities and accommodations for all employees. CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via [email protected] . All requests will be handled with confidentiality. CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Métis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects. We honour and respect the importance of the relationship between Indigenous peoples and their lands, waters and territories.

The Training Specialist is responsible for assessing training needs using the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) and developing comprehensive training solutions. They collaborate with consultants to design, implement, and evaluate technical and non-technical training programs to ensure organizational excellence.

Requires a university degree or college diploma in Training/Education, or equivalent industrial experience, with at least two years of relevant experience in an industrial setting. Candidates must possess strong facilitation skills and be eligible for Site Access Security Clearance (SASC).

• Paid Time Off • Vacation • Sick Days • Personal Days • Floater Days • Health Benefits • Tuition Support • Defined-benefit Pension Plan • Defined-contribution Pension Plan

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Microsoft WordPreferred
• Project managementPreferred

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• Systematic Approach to Training (SAT)
• Training Needs Analysis
• Facilitation
• Coaching
• Instructional Design
• Project Management
• Change Management
• Human Performance Techniques
• Technical Training
• Relationship Building
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Teams
• Communication
• Organizational Skills

• Education
• Human Resources
• Energy
• Science & Research
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable