Instructional Designer/ Senior Training Advisor

Location

Timmins, ON | Canada

Job description

OPG is a Top 100 GTA and Top Diversity Employer 2023!

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Status: Regular Full Time

Working Conditions : Hybrid Working Environment   

Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Resources, (or similar) is required; course training and knowledge in Adult Learning, the full scope of the ADDIE process, authoring eLearning &/or instructor-led virtual training are considered an asset.

Location: Timmins/Renfrew, ON

Number of Position(s): 1 

Shifts(s): Days

Travel: Yes- 25%

Deadline to Apply:  March, 24th, 2024

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

ACCOMMODATIONS

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.

If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact [email protected]

JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic, and results-oriented professional to join our team in the role of Instructional Designer/Senior Training Advisor.

Reporting to the Section Manager of Training Technology, Planning & Design, this pivotal role encompasses the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) process in creating high-quality, engaging, and effective learning experiences for our Renewable Generation (RG) employees. Key responsibilities include collaborating with line management, employees, subject matter experts, and trainers to conduct comprehensive needs analyses and identify training gaps. The role also involves formulating strategic recommendations for management and designing and developing an innovative training curriculum. Further duties include observing program implementation and evaluating effectiveness to ensure alignment with learning objectives. This role will be assigned learning projects in various areas, including health & safety, skilled trades, technical skills, dam safety, water management, and operations.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of instructional design principles for adult learners, a passion for creating experiential course content and leveraging technology in education, and the ability to independently manage projects from conception through evaluation. Projects will vary from traditional classroom settings to virtual instructor-led sessions, self-directed eLearning modules, and peer-to-peer learning experiences. Despite the hands-on nature required by many of our training initiatives, we're on the hunt for an innovator who can artfully weave in self-directed and virtual learning opportunities wherever they fit. An independent, self-starter attitude is essential, with the capability to execute projects with minimal supervision. The role requires virtual networking skills, underscoring the importance of building a professional network across a wide geographic area to empower our learners in the RG fleet. Note: This position is focused on the instructional design process and does not include direct training delivery. Air and road travel to various locations across Ontario is required approximately 25% of the time.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), line management, employees, and trainers to identify and analyze training needs across an array of RG program areas including health & safety, skilled trades, dam safety, operations, etc.
• Design and develop engaging course materials that incorporate a blend of hands-on, virtual instructor-led, and self-directed learning experiences, suitable for adult learners in a variety of disciplines.
• Independently manage instructional design projects from conception through evaluation, demonstrating strong project management and self-direction skills.
• Integrate instructional design theories with experiential learning practices, ensuring content resonates with adult learners.
• Develop and implement strategies that align training programs with OPG’s strategic direction, ensuring that learning initiatives support organizational goals and employee development.
• Establish and implement robust evaluation strategies.
• Create detailed course design documentation, including experiential learning plans and virtual lesson blueprints.
• Prioritize safety in all instructional materials, adhering to regulatory standards, working closely with safety experts to embed essential safety protocols within training content.
• Foster and maintain relationships with both internal and industry peers, promoting the exchange of best practices and collaborative ideas to enhance training program quality and effectiveness.
• Champion the adoption of modern instructional design methodologies within OPG, educating stakeholders about the benefits of innovative learning solutions and debunking myths surrounding traditional training, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Regularly evaluate program effectiveness by observing implementations, soliciting feedback, and reviewing course materials, ensuring continuous alignment with organizational and learner needs.
• Stay updated on emerging learning trends, incorporating innovative practices and tools to keep OPG’s training programs at the cutting edge. 
• Perform other duties as required.

EDUCATION

• 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, (or similar) is required. Course training and knowledge in Adult Learning, eLearning & instructor-led virtual training are considered an asset.
• CHRL designation or OH&S certification is considered an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in training and development, demonstrating growth in responsibilities with a focus on adult education;
• Demonstrated adaptability and efficiency in a flexible hybrid office environment (3 days per week in-office is mandatory);
• Proven track record in innovatively developing learning solutions in various formats;
• Expertise in employing a consultative approach, to effectively manage diverse training programs and learning projects;
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in training design and practices;
• Exceptional ability to multitask, prioritize deadlines, and cater to diverse clientele across various geographical locations.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence and communicate effectively; 
• Strong interpersonal skills, knowledge, and experience in building and maintaining productive relationships across business units and among a wide variety of stakeholders and vendors. Looking for a highly collaborative, self-aware, and effective team player;
• Solid business acumen and ability to navigate organization and support systems to deliver results while working in a cross-functional environment; 
• Experience working for an organization with a highly technical workforce and/or a unionized environment is considered an asset;
• Previous experience working for a highly regulated industry such as utilities, energy, mining, oil & gas, manufacturing, or public sector is preferred; and
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, with the ability to manipulate and interpret large data sets.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.

At OPG, our values are our strengths.  They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change:

Safety – it’s our business

Integrity – always lead with integrity

Excellence – never satisfied with good enough

Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes

Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility.

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
• We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your application online at by 11:59 PM E.S.T., March, 24th, 2024 .  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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