Training Officer

Training Officer

Location: Cunupia

Department: Training Campus

Division: Engineering & Emergency Response Division (EER)

Job Title: Training Officer

Reports To: Training Manager

Responsible To: Training Manager, EER Division Manager

 

Purpose of Job

The Training Officer is responsible for conducting the Training Campus’ various training programs and other essential functions.

 

Essential Functions

• Conduct training programs at the Training Campus and onsite at customer locations when required.
• Travel within CARICOM to deliver training programs when necessary.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude in the safe and effective operation of equipment, including firefighting equipment, confined space, gas detection, breathing air, and working at heights.
• Ensure all training equipment and building safety systems are maintained, serviced, and documented with up-to-date records.
• Read and understand technical material, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures for all training programs.
• Perform heavy lifting and physical maneuvering.
• Maintain and upkeep the Training Campus, training grounds, and training props.
• Secure all equipment and buildings at the end of the day.
• Follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately.
• Perform any other related duties as required by the job function.

• Be aware of and comply with all applicable HSE policies, procedures, legislation, standards, and relevant rules at all times.
• Report all accidents, incidents, and near misses immediately to their supervisor or team lead.
• Cooperate with management and supervisors on positive HSE performance and incident investigations.
• Work safely to avoid negatively affecting oneself, others, or the environment.
• Correctly and safely use work equipment as designed with all safety features.
• Ensure they are not under the influence of intoxicating substances, including marijuana and alcohol, during working hours or while on company/client premises.
• Be empowered to stop unsafe work and report it to their supervisor or manager, in line with the Stop Work Policy.

• BSc or Diploma in Occupational Safety, Health, and Environmental Studies.
• Proficiency in office applications (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Background knowledge and certification in Health & Safety Codes and Standards.
• Train-the-Trainer certification.

• 1–3 years’ experience as a trainer, training facilitator, or similar role.
• Experience in using and handling Fire & Safety equipment.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures related to firefighting equipment.

• An acceptable combination of academic qualifications and work experience may be considered in lieu of minimum requirements.
• Duties may change over time, and employees are expected to cooperate with reasonable requests. If changes are long-term, the job description will be revised.