Learning Development Specialist #1035450
Description:

• The Wellbeing, Health, and Safety (WHS) Training and Development Specialist plays a pivotal role in fostering a culture of safety, health, and continuous learning across the WHS organization.
• This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive WHS training programs that align with regulatory standards, corporate policies, and operational excellence initiatives.
• The specialist will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that all employees are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

 
Key Responsibilities:
Training Program Development:

• Design and deliver engaging WHS training programs tailored to various roles and critical areas within the organization. Ensure training content is up-to-date with current regulations and best practices.

 
Learning Needs Assessment:

• Conduct regular assessments to identify training needs and gaps. Develop learning plans or training programs that support compliance, injury prevention, and employee wellbeing.

 
Compliance and Certification Tracking:

• Maintain accurate records of training completion and certifications. Ensure all required training is completed on schedule and in accordance with legal and corporate standards.

 
Continuous Improvement:

• Lead initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of WHS training through feedback, performance metrics, and innovative learning methods (e.g., e-learning, simulations, hands-on workshops).

 
Regulatory and Standards Alignment:

• Support the WHS organization's implementation and maintenance of the Safety Management System (e.g., ISO 45001) and Stellantis Production Way (SPW) safety practices as required.

 
Stakeholder Engagement:

• Partner with leadership, HR, and plant WHS teams to align training strategies with organizational goals and compliance requirements.

 
Audit and Evaluation:

• Participate in WHS audits and inspections. Evaluate training outcomes and recommend improvements based on audit findings and employee feedback.

 
Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety, Risk Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in training management and data analysis within a manufacturing or automotive environment
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel as required to support business operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leadership
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise risk management tools or platforms 7

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of Federal, State, Provincial, and Local health and safety regulations, including OSHA, WSIB, and other applicable standards
• Professional safety and risk certifications such a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC), Certified Risk Manager (CRM)
• Demonstrated experience in in a corporate health and safety, or industrial safety within a manufacturing or automotive environment
• Master's Degree in Safety, Risk Management, Engineering, or related discipline
• Familiarity with data analytics tools for risk trend analysis and reporting

 
Additional Info:
 
At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories. Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra.  We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.
We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years!
FastTek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused.
We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.
Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:
 

• Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match

 
Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.
FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023!
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