Training Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Training Superintendent and department leaders to implement, evaluate, continuously improve, and validate training programs for TPP employees, vendors, and contractors.
• Ensures all TPP employees, contractors, and vendors have the proper training to perform their jobs while following applicable laws and regulations.
• Designs and updates course materials, job aids, and On-the-Job (OJT) guides; develops and maintains written assessments and practical evaluations aligned to SAT.
• Facilitates classroom and hands-on training for critical topics; coaches and supports department OJT trainers and subject-matter experts (SMEs).
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records and training content within the Learning Management System (LMS); assists with LMS user management and data quality.
• Generates and distributes reports to managers on training program effectiveness, delinquencies, and deficiencies.
• Monitors and supports compliance with MSHA, OSHA, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Provides day-to-day support and coordination to training personnel and contractors as necessary.
• Supports the implementation of the five-step Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) process under the direction of the Training Superintendent.
• Collaborates with contracted organizations to ensure alignment of training expectations and standards.
• Records training documentation for TPP staff and contractors in the LMS.
• Affords assistance in developing, maintaining, and coordinating site training schedules.
• Provides guidance to TPP personnel on accessing information in the training database.
• Participates in incident investigations to identify and address any training-related gaps or contributing factors.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) or more years of experience in the training department of a mining or chemical processing organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to design, deliver, or support workforce training programs that meet operational and regulatory requirements.
• Documented “train-the-trainer" training in subjects such as Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, First Aid/AED, etc., preferred.
• Qualification as an MSHA part 48 Surface Mining Trainer (“IS” Blue Card), preferred or willingness to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
• Experience developing or coordinating On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs, preferred.
• Experience supporting training system implementation or start-up operations, preferred.
• Strong team building, decision making, and relationship skills.
• Current knowledge of business and human resources practices.
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship principles.
• Experience delivering classroom, hands-on, or blended learning sessions.
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate several projects in parallel.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to critically challenge assumptions, “think outside the box”, and deliver solutions.
• Be a self-starter, highly motivated, able to work independently, with high energy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, Teams, etc.).