Description

Specialist, Trainer Operator Chassis & Weapon

Key Job Elements:

• Conduct the analysis, design, and development of training material for all operator training, associated with GDLS-C product lines.
• Conduct operator level training for both Operators and Maintainers on GDLS-C chassis and turret products to customers in various military locations in Canada and globally.
• Ensure proper documentation and updates are completed for site reports and Training Packages.
• Liaise and communicate with internal and external organizations on training related matters.
• When required, take on role of lead trainer, provide team leadership, instruct, monitor, and advise trainers on site.
• Implement advanced training technology and methods into courseware development.
• Attend meetings with internal and external Customers as required.
• Interact directly with customer and act as Point of Contact for GDLS Customer Support Services (CSS) operations while deployed.
• Interact with GDLS Program Managers/Directors as GDLS CSS lead while deployed.
• Develop and deliver presentations to internal and external customers on a variety of training related subjects.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of armored vehicles for Land Combat Arms
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of turreted/RWS vehicle systems
• Experienced in the operation of various weapons i.e. 25/30 mm cannon, 50 cal Gun, 40 mm Grenade Machine Gun (GMG), 120 mm Gun, 105 mm Assault Gun, Anti-Tank
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Ability to work shift and/or altered workweeks if necessary
• Possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport with ability to travel up to 50%
• Willing to travel throughout the world and work in extreme environmental conditions
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Canadian Firearms Restricted Possession and Acquisition License (PAL)
• Capable of meeting physical demands of the job and Anthropometric Size Requirements for confined space
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to qualify for DZ license
• Possess/be able to acquire and maintain Level II Security clearance
• Strong communication, organization and prioritization skills
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and working within database environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Military (Land) QL5/DP3 Qualified with LAV driving/driving instructor, gunnery experience
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ instructional experience (formal instructor or informal mentor)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Military School or Unit as an Instructor or Standards Cell member
• Qualification as a CAF military instructor, TRADOC, or equivalent with experience as an Instructor in a Canadian Forces school/unit (or equivalent)
• Experience as Range Safety Officer (RSO)/Officer In Charge on Land Force Direct and Indirect Fire Support Weapons Ranges or Assistant Range Safety Officer (ARSO)
• Qualified in Direct Fire Instructor of Gunnery (DFIG) or Advanced Direct Fire Specialist (ADFS)
• University degree or College diploma or Equivalent Military Certification in adult education, instructional design, or learning and development
• Bilingualism/multilingualism is an asset
• Encouraged to apply with experience in armoured soldier, infanteer, gunner/artillery, combat engineer

Physical Conditions and Hazards:

• Location: Onsite in London, ON (this is not a remote/hybrid position)
• Nature of Supervision: Medium (Some Self-directed work)
• Work Interruptions and Distractions: Minimal to medium
• Physical Environment: manufacturing/shop floor, some office
• Hazards: Heavy machinery including but not limited to fork trucks and cranes, noise, dust, paint, temperature fluctuations, hand tools

Physical Demands Description:

Typical postures may include standing, sitting, squatting, kneeling, crouching, bending, lying down, and reaching at working heights ranging from below floor level to overhead. Tasks required on the interior of the vehicle will require working in a vertical space of 105 to 135 cm and may involve sitting, crawling, crouching, stooping, bending, twisting, kneeling, and/or lying down to access some areas, as some tasks require working in areas with space constraints. The worker may also be required to lay on a creeper to complete work under the vehicle. Vertical clearance under the vehicle is approximately 65 cm.
Trainers are required to climb on/off vehicles, which may include climbing through roof hatches, rear openings, and/or the driver’s hatch. It is common for Trainers to complete tasks in the same area of the vehicle while maintaining static or similar postures for a period of time.

Equipment Utilized:

Armoured Vehicles, Logistics Vehicles, Crane, Hand Tools, Fork Truck, Computer, Phone

Medical Surveillance may include:

Inoculations, Respiratory Fit, Audiometric Testing, Designated Substance Surveillance, Vision, Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, extraction coveralls).