Training and Development Specialist

Drive Workforce Readiness Across Major Oil Sands Operations as a Training & Competency Assurance Advisor (FIFO)

Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a fly-in-fly-out Training and Development Advisor in the Oil and Gas industry in Calgary, Alberta.

Our client is seeking an experienced Training & Competency Assurance Advisor to support workforce capability, compliance, and operational excellence across multiple Oil Sands sites in Alberta. This fly-in-fly-out contract opportunity is ideal for a training and competency professional who thrives in field-based industrial environments and enjoys partnering with operations, maintenance, safety, and contractor teams to ensure a skilled, qualified, and site-ready workforce.

Total rewards:

• Earn a competitive hourly rate ranging from $60-$73/hr (T4) or $73-$88/hr (Incorporated)
• Work on high-profile Oil Sands operations across Alberta, with fly-in-fly-out available from Calgary or Edmonton
• Gain exposure to large-scale workforce development initiatives
• Contribute directly to operational excellence and workforce readiness
• Collaborate with cross-functional operational and leadership teams
• Support critical training, compliance, and competency programs
• Participate in continuous improvement and assurance initiatives
• 6-month contract opportunity with immediate impact

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate technical, operational, and safety training programs
• Administer employee and contractor competency assurance processes
• Conduct training needs assessments and identify competency gaps
• Support onboarding and role-specific workforce development programs
• Maintain training and qualification records within LMS platforms
• Monitor compliance with operational, regulatory, and site requirements
• Generate training and competency reports and recommend improvements
• Partner with operations, maintenance, safety, and contractor teams to ensure workforce readiness

Requirements:

• Possess 8+ years of training, competency assurance, workforce development, or operational experience in heavy industry
• Demonstrate experience within Oil & Gas, Oil Sands, Mining, Petrochemical, or similar environments
• Facilitate adult learning programs and competency development initiatives
• Utilize learning management systems and competency tracking tools effectively
• Apply strong knowledge of operational safety and compliance requirements
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups across operations
• Demonstrate strong organizational, reporting, and analytical skills
• Hold post-secondary education in a related discipline; relevant certifications are considered assets