Training Services Coordinator

We’re all about the craft.

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft solutions for corporate, commercial and military customers worldwide. Launched 50 years ago out of Canada’s Okanagan Valley, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, air cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to a 1,100 strong, highly skilled workforce. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Training Coordinator will oversee the operational training and administrative requirements for KF Aerospace employees at all KF bases.

This is an advanced administrative role. The role is primarily responsible for planning, scheduling and administration of all training services activities. Follow-on activities related to training scheduling, training record management via the Pelesys learning management system (LMS), and other applications.

Training delivery is predicated on training requests, training expirations and customer driven needs.

This position reports to the Training Services Manager (Kelowna base).

REQUIREMENTS

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITY

ATO (Approved Training Organization) and AMO (Approved Maintenance Organization) training team admin support

• Coordinate instructors, participants, training calendar, classrooms, and resources.
• Manage data and training records requests.

Course scheduling

• Schedule classroom, or off-site training venues where required.
• Work as part of the training team to identify and arrange training program delivery locally.

Course materials management

• Arrange and/or update materials as required.

Administrative support

• Support the Training Services Group, which includes ATO and AMO, as part of the day-to-day operations.
• Schedule sessions for all areas based on local requirements, expirations, crew availability.
• Entry of training completions and training documentation via the Pelesys LMS for all personnel.

Technology support

• Responsible for setup / maintenance of classroom laptops, digital course materials, and user troubleshooting.

WORKS COOPERATIVELY WITH:

• Project Supervisors
• Deployed Trainers
• Trade Subject Matter Experts
• Shift Leads
• Trade Mentors
• Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator 
• Human Resources
• Information Services (IS)
• Training and / or Vendor representatives

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION, EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 diploma
• Highly proficient with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMS) and classroom and digital technology
• Adobe Pro or experience working with similar applications.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of classroom and digital technology. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills (written and verbal) including conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to understand and communicate concepts quickly and accurately. 
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to prioritize, schedule and meet deadlines.
• Able to adjust work and schedule to meet operational demands. 
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

The incumbent will understand the documentation and overall processes involved in maintaining the Transport Canada approval as per the ATO PM, and compliance training and reporting for the AMO.

HOURS OF WORK AND LOCATION

Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30 pm with flexibility required for support of non-office hours class times (occasional evenings and weekends). This role is on-site in Kelowna with some travel possible.

BENEFITS

• Health and Dental
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Spending Account
• Personal Spending Account
• Paid vacation and Personal time off
• The opportunity to bank overtime
• Pension matching plan and voluntary RRSP
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• A bonus program based on organizational performance

SALARY 

The wage band is level 5, $52,000 – $65,000. The expertise and technical skill level of the candidate is assessed during the selection process for placement within the band. Note: The salary range maximum signifies full job knowledge.

HOW TO APPLY

Be a part of our craft. Apply for the Training Services Coordinator at kfaero.ca/careers today!