Rohit Roy Arora
Learning & Development Specialist
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Learning & Development Specialist with 5+ years of experience designing, facilitating, and delivering instructor-led, virtual, and hands-on training programs across logistics, transportation, post-secondary education, and regulated industries. Proven ability to develop employee capabilities through coaching, mentoring, competency assessments, and compliance-based learning initiatives. Experienced in LMS administration, onboarding, adult learning methodologies, performance improvement, and stakeholder collaboration.
Experience
Air Brakes Instructor & MTO Signing Authority - Georgian College
(2022-01)
- Facilitate instructor-led learning programs for adult learners in Ministry-approved certification programs.
- Deliver engaging classroom training utilizing adult learning principles.
- Coach, mentor, and evaluate learners while providing constructive feedback.
- Conduct formal evaluations and ministry testing while ensuring compliance with provincial standards.
Subject Matter Expert - Ontario (PARIS) Program Approval & Registration Information System
(2020-01)
- Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Ontario MELT Class A tractor-trailer training standards and curriculum requirements
- Ensure training delivery aligns with Ministry of Transportation (MTO) regulations and Ontario Highway Traffic Act (HTA) standards
- Support program approval, registration, and reporting functions using the PARIS system
- Monitor compliance with MELT training hours, competencies, and assessment criteria
- Collaborate with instructors and training coordinators to ensure consistent program delivery
- Interpret and apply updates per MELT curriculum, safety standards, and licensing requirements
- Support continuous improvement of training processes and quality assurance initiatives
Learning & Development Operations Trainer / Driver Trainer - Purolator Inc.
(2021-01 - 2023-12)
- Delivered classroom, virtual, and field-based training programs for frontline employees.
- Conducted competency evaluations, practical demonstrations, and coaching sessions.
- Maintained employee training records and certifications within LMS platforms.
- Collaborated with Operations and HR to identify learning needs and recommend solutions.
- Supported onboarding, compliance training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Air Brakes Instructor & MTO Signing Authority - iPro Air Brakes
(2021-01)
- Delivered instructor-led technical training programs for adult learners.
- Provided individualized coaching, mentoring, and learner assessments.
- Administered certification testing and kept compliance standards.
Commercial Driver Instructor - Best Canadian Truck & Forklift Training Centre
(2019-01 - 2020-12)
- Facilitated classroom and practical training sessions.
- Delivered theory, simulation, and hands-on learning experiences.
- Evaluated learner performance and supported successful licensing outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Candidate - Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson University)
