Training & Competency Coordinator

Finning International; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking a Training & Competency Coordinator to organize and coordinate training programs across Edmonton (or Calgary) in an in-office setting. You will maintain learning records, support onboarding, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while partnering with internal teams and external providers.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, data-savvy, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in training coordination or related administrative role.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Experience managing large volumes of data with high accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Customer-focused with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate training programs: scheduling, enrollments, and logistics.
• Manage registrations, training communications, and facilities coordination.
• Support onboarding and ongoing employee training initiatives.
• Prepare training materials and coordinate facilities or catering.
• Maintain employee learning records and regulatory documentation.
• Generate reports on training completion, certifications, and compliance.
• Coordinate with external training providers and process training invoices.
• Suggest improvements to training administration processes.

Skills

LMS experience

Data management

Communication skills

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Post-secondary ed in Business/HR/Adult Education

Tools

Workday Learning

BisTrainer

Job description

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Edmonton or Calgary, AB | Monday to Friday | In-Office Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about helping employees succeed through learning and development? We are looking for a Training & Competency Coordinator to join our team in Edmonton. Reporting to the Training & Competency Program Lead, you will play a key role in coordinating training programs, maintaining employee learning records, supporting compliance requirements, and ensuring employees have access to the training they need to be successful in their roles. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, systems, and people while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

Coordinate Training Programs

Schedule and coordinate training sessions and employee enrollments.

Manage course registrations, training communications, and scheduling logistics.

Support onboarding and ongoing employee training initiatives.

Prepare training materials and coordinate facilities or catering when required.

Promote learning opportunities across the organization.

Maintain Learning Records

Upload and maintain employee certifications, training records, and regulatory documentation.

Ensure learning records are accurate, complete, and up to date.

Support employee learning assignments and training completion tracking.

Troubleshoot learning system issues and respond to learner inquiries.

Maintain training databases and tracking tools.

Support Compliance & Reporting

Generate reports related to training completion, certifications, compliance, and learning activity.

Assist with audits and compliance reviews by providing accurate training documentation.

Ensure records are maintained in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

Support updates to training processes and documentation as business needs evolve.

Vendor & Administrative Support

Coordinate with external training providers for scheduling, enrollment, and course delivery.

Process training-related invoices and maintain supporting documentation.

Assist with purchase order administration and expense tracking.

Maintain vendor records and support procurement processes.

Drive Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve training administration processes.

Support the implementation of new tools and best practices.

Contribute ideas that enhance the employee learning experience and operational efficiency.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in training coordination, learning administration, records management, or a related administrative role.
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Experience maintaining large volumes of data with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer-focused approach with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Workday Learning, BisTrainer, or similar learning management systems.
• Experience generating reports and analyzing training-related data.
• Experience processing invoices and purchase orders.
• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Human Resources, Adult Education, or a related field.

Why Join Us?

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on employee development and compliance by ensuring training programs run smoothly and efficiently. You’ll work closely with employees, leaders, and external partners while helping create a positive and effective learning experience across the organization. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy coordinating programs that help people grow, we’d love to hear from you.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

About Us

Finning is the world’s largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America’s most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.