System Control Centre Trainer

Elexicon Energy Inc.; Ajax; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Elexicon Energy Inc. seeks an SCC Trainer to own curriculum design and delivery for the System Operator Apprentice program, guiding learners from onboarding to MEARIE exam readiness.

You will design and deliver training across the SCC ecosystem, including MEARIE content, monitor progress, and coordinate in-person, virtual, and on-the-job sessions to ensure apprentices reach full qualification.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering and updating technical or operational training.
• Knowledge of SCADA/ADMS/GIS/OMS or ability to learn quickly.
• Proficiency with SharePoint for training documentation and record-keeping.
• Experience designing curriculum for apprenticeship or cohort-based programs.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain SCC training curriculum and deliver sessions across in-person, virtual, and e-learning formats.
• Guide System Operator Apprentices through the learning path, track progress, and coach/remediate as needed.
• Coordinate on-the-job desk shadowing and sign-offs with the SCC Supervisor.
• Update materials based on SOP/P&P changes, system upgrades, and regulatory changes.
• Track enrollment and completion records and support regulatory certification documentation.
• Support MEARIE exam readiness and coordinate related logistics.
• Schedule training for external hires and internal roles as required.
• Collaborate with supervisors and SMEs to keep content current and compliant.

Skills

Technical training delivery

SCADA/ADMS/GIS/OMS knowledge

Instructional design

Coaching apprentices

MEARIE familiarity

Education

Electrical/Power Eng Tech degree or diploma

CTDP designation or equivalent

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Reporting to the SCC Supervisor, the Trainer will own curriculum design and delivery for the SCC System Operator Apprentice training program, acting as the primary point of contact for apprentices, from onboarding through MEARIE exam readiness. The SCC Trainer will design and deliver training across the SCC with a primary focus on guiding System Operator Apprentices through their learning journey toward full qualification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and maintain SCC training curriculum, and deliver or coordinate delivery of in-person, virtual, and e-learning sessions across system training, SOP/P&P, and MEARIE content.
• Guide System Operator Apprentices through the structured training program, monitoring progress at evaluation checkpoints and providing coaching or recommending remediation as needed.
• Coordinate on-the-job desk shadowing, working with the SCC Supervisor on approved shadowing ratios and practical sign-off.
• Recommend and develop curriculum and training material updates using structured operating scenarios discussed in SOP/P&P changes or driven by system upgrades, regulatory changes, and cohort feedback or retrospectives.
• Track enrollment, attendance, and completion records, and support certification record-keeping for regulatory requirements (UWPC, EUSR, MEARIE).
• Support MEARIE exam readiness, including apprentice progression through e-learning modules and coordination of exam logistics.
• Schedule and deliver training for individual or as-needed hires (External Contractors, Dispatchers, Students), scoped to role requirements.
• Collaborate with the SCC Supervisor, Regulatory/Compliance Liaison, and subject matter experts to keep training content current and compliant.

Health and Safety

• Promote safety, participate in safety meetings, inspections, meetings, instructions, and training as required.
• Enforce all applicable safety standards including the Company’s Health and Safety program.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Experience delivering and updating technical or operational training, ideally within a utility, electricity distribution, or system control centre environment.
• Working knowledge of SCADA, ADMS, GIS, OMS, and similar operational technology systems, or demonstrated ability to learn them quickly.
• Strong facilitation and instructional design skills across e-learning, virtual instructor-led, and in-person/hands-on delivery.
• Ability to guide apprentices through a structured, milestone-based learning progression, including coaching and remediation as needed.
• Familiarity with MEARIE curriculum and exam requirements, or willingness to build proficiency.
• Understanding of IESO, NERC/NPCC, ESA, and/or OEB regulatory training obligations considered an asset.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills, comfortable working one-on-one with trainees and in group settings.
• Proficiency with SharePoint or similar platforms for training documentation and record-keeping.
• Experience developing or delivering curriculum for a structured apprenticeship or cohort-based training program is considered a strong asset.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical/Power Engineering Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in system operations, dispatch, or electricity distribution operations required.
• Working knowledge of UWPC and EUSR requirements considered required.
• Certified Training and Development Professional (CTDP) designation, or equivalent adult education/facilitation credential, considered an asset.

Non-Union:

Compensation Package: $94,400 - $118,000 annually + 4% Vacation Pay + OMERS Pension Plan

The above range reflects the reasonable estimate for the position at the time of posting. Within the range, hiring compensation will be determined based on relevant qualifications, experience, skillset, education/ training, and other organizational needs.

Note: This posting is for a new position two (2) year contract opportunity, with the potential for extension/permanency.