Director of Training

H2 Safety; Calgary; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health care plan

Company matching RRSP program

Corporate Wellness Program - GoodLife

Annual performance bonus

Professional development subsidies

Employee referral incentive

Flexible start/finish times

Job summary

H2Safety Services Inc. seeks a dynamic Director of Training to lead strategic planning and development of our training programs. You will align training with business objectives, manage the department budget, and drive innovation including ICS-focused offerings for client needs.

Lead the team, expand partnerships with regulatory bodies, and ensure compliance across programs. This role emphasizes leadership, regulatory knowledge, and business development in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Business, Emergency Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in training management, instructional design, or emergency management.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and program development.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and industry training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-term training strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee the training department’s budget and ensure financial sustainability.
• Identify opportunities for new training programs, certifications, and industry partnerships.
• Lead strategic planning and innovation in training delivery, including digital transformation and AI-driven learning tools.
• Ensure training programs meet regulatory compliance requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Business, Emergency Management, or a related field

Tools

E-learning platforms

Digital training platforms

Instructional design

Job description

Grow Your Career with Us!

Celebrating our 22nd anniversary this year, H2Safety Services Inc. is Canada’s largest provider of emergency response management services and solutions. Our team of industry-leading experts delivers comprehensive, tailored emergency management services, emergency response training, and technology services to companies throughout Canada, North America, and around the world. By continuously investing in our people and world-class technology, we ensure the highest level of protection and compliance for our clients, stakeholders, and the environment.

In June 2025, H2Safety became a part of SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company - and a world leader in sustainability. As part of SGS, H2Safety is working towards globally advancing operational safety, digital transformation, and ESG performance across industries, including oil and gas, mining, transportation, utilities, renewables, and government. Our success and approach are deeply rooted in building authentic relationships and addressing community concerns transparently, allowing us to also excel in Indigenous and government relations.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Training who will be responsible for the strategic leadership, planning, and development of the H2Safety’s training programs. This role will oversee the long-term vision for training services, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and managing the department’s budget, innovation, and partnerships. The Director of Training will work closely with executive leadership to scale training offerings, integrate cutting-edge technologies and position of H2Safety as a leader in emergency management training. Additionally, the Director will ensure the development of tailored training programs, including Incident Command System (ICS) training, to meet client-specific requirements and drive impactful results.

What You’ll Do & How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop and execute a long-term training strategy aligned with H2Safety’s business objectives.
• Oversee and manage the training department’s budget, ensuring financial sustainability.
• Identify opportunities for new training programs, certifications, and industry partnerships.
• Lead strategic planning and innovation in training delivery, including digital transformation and AI-driven learning tools.
• Ensure training programs meet or exceed regulatory compliance requirements.
• Maintain and expand relationships with clients, regulatory bodies, and industry organizations.
• Develop customized training programs tailored to meet specific client needs, including Incident Command System (ICS) training.
• Represent H2Safety at conferences, industry events, and speaking engagements.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the training team, ensuring high performance.
• Oversee the quality assurance and continuous improvement of all training programs.
• Define and track KPIs to measure training effectiveness and impact.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Business, Emergency Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in training management, instructional design, or emergency management.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and program development.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and industry training requirements.
• Experience with e-learning technologies, digital training platforms, and instructional design.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and business development skills.

Your Total Rewards:

• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive health care plan
• Company matching RRSP program
• Corporate Wellness Program - GoodLife
• Annual performance bonus
• Professional development subsidies
• Employee referral incentive
• Flexible start/finish times

At H2Safety, we exist to protect—come make a difference with us.