Travel & Tourism - Front Desk Agent

This role is responsible for ensuring guests have a pleasurable stay by meeting their needs in a professional and courteous manner, and by providing excellent customer service. This position entails both morning and evening shifts. The successful candidate will demonstrate friendliness, initiative, decisiveness, resourcefulness, sharp problem-solving skills, keen attention to detail and a strong willingness to help. The Front Desk Agent must speak English and a second language. French, Spanish, Portuguese and German are an asset.
Key Responsibilities:
Processing guest check-ins and taking reservations in an accurate, timely and courteous manner. Providing guests with clear, accurate information about the surrounding area. Fielding guest questions and concerns. Evaluating the needs of each customer and adapting service to meet those needs. Generating maximum sales of memberships, overnights, tours and all other products. Creating a positive relationship with guests and staff. Multi-tasking in a high-pressure and fun environment.
$10.25/hour + commission
To Apply:
If interested, please submit the following to Sara Feeny at sara.feeny@hihostels.ca: Résumé Cover letter indicating: o How you heard about us o Your travel experiences o Any scheduling limitations o Why you think you would be a good fit at Hostelling International Toronto

Horse trainer

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time, On Call
Salary: $2,500.00 to $2,631.20 Monthly for 40 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: 2011/04/25
Location: Winfield, Alberta (1 vacancy)
Skill Requirements:
Education: Completion of university
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.): Driver's licence
Experience: 5 years or more
Languages: Speak English
Type of Farm Operations: Horse breeding
Type of Livestock Specialization: Horses
Specific Skills: Supervise breeding programs and harvest operations, Perform general farm duties, Carry out a pasture or pen breeding programs, Recognize and treat certain livestock health problems, Train horses
Additional Skills: Maintain livestock performance records
Own Tools/Equipment: Gloves
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Work under pressure, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Large workload
Work Site Environment: Outdoors
Transportation/Travel Information: Valid driver's licence
Work Location Information: Rural area
Other Languages: Portuguese
Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Numeracy, Writing, Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Critical thinking, Job task planning and organizing, Significant use of memory, Finding information, Computer use, Continuous learning
Other Information:Horse trainer with agricultural background.
Employer: Polarpintabians
How to Apply:
Please apply for this job only in the manner specified by the employer. Failure to do so may result in your application not being properly considered for the position.
By E-mail: polarpintabians@me.com
Web Site: http://www.polarpintabians.webs.com

Market researcher

Terms of Employment: Temporary, Full Time
Salary: $13.00 Hourly for 35 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Toronto Centre, Ontario (4 vacancies )
Skill Requirements:
Education: Not applicable
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.): Not applicable
Experience: Will train
Languages: Speak English, Read English, Write English
Work Setting: Business or industry
Area of Specialization: Market research
Specific Skills: Conduct surveys and analyze data on the buying habits and preferences of wholesale and retail consumers
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment
Other Languages: Arabic, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish
Essential Skills: Reading text, Numeracy, Oral communication, Working with others, Finding information, Computer use
Other Information:As a Medical Market Researcher, you will be directly responsible for gathering data from hospitals & physicians. This position is for approximately 1 month and working hours from 7am-3pm or 9am-5pm.
Employer: Millennium Research Group
How to Apply:
Please apply for this job only in the manner specified by the employer. Failure to do so may result in your application not being properly considered for the position.
Contact Name: Leigh Chappell
Online: http://www.mrg.net/Careers.aspx
Business Profile: MRG is a rapidly growing research and consulting firm specializing in the healthcare industry.
Web Site: http://www.mrg.net/Careers.aspx

Automobile sales representative - retail

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time, Shift, Overtime, Weekend, Day, Evening
Salary: Remuneration Based on Commission Only, Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Group Insurance Benefits
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Hamitlon, Ontario (4 vacancies )
Skill Requirements:
Education: Completion of high school, Some college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training, Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training, Some university, Completion of university
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.): Not applicable, Not required
Experience: Will train
Languages: Speak English, Read English, Write English
Work Setting: Automobile dealership
Type of Experience: Salesperson/clerk
Product Experience/Knowledge: Automobiles
Specific Skills: Customer service oriented, Process money, cheque and credit/debit card payment, Provide advice about merchandise, Work with minimal supervision, Negotiate credit terms, trade-in allowances, warranties and delivery dates, Arrange for repairs to products or equipment
Security and Safety: Criminal record check
Transportation/Travel Information: Own transportation, Own vehicle, Valid driver's licence, Travel expenses not paid by employer
Other Languages: Arabic, Cantonese, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Numeracy, Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Critical thinking, Job task planning and organizing, Significant use of memory, Finding information, Computer use, Continuous learning
Employer: Parkway Motors Hamilton
How to Apply:
Please apply for this job only in the manner specified by the employer. Failure to do so may result in your application not being properly considered for the position.
By Phone: between 9:00 and 17:00: (905) 561-1202 ext.: 136
By Fax: (905) 561-4881
By E-mail: npinassi@parkwaymotors.ca

Service advisor - auto repair

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time, Weekend, Day, Evening
Salary: To be negotiated, Bonus, Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Group Insurance Benefits
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Hamilton, Ontario (1 vacancy)
Skill Requirements:
Education: Some high school, Completion of high school, Some college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training, Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training, Some university, Completion of university
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.): Not applicable, Not required
Experience: Experience an asset
Languages: Speak English, Read English, Write English
Work Setting: Retail and wholesale distribution center
Business Equipment and Computer Applications: Windows, General office equipment, Electronic mail, Electronic scheduler, Word processing software, Spreadsheet software, Database software, Internet browser
Specific Skills: Answer inquiries and provide information to customers, Explain the type and cost of services offered, Sell merchandise, Arrange for billing for services, Receive payments, Issue receipts and other forms, Receive and log complaints, Investigate complaints, Arrange for refunds and credits, Access and process information, Maintain records and statistics, Perform general office duties, Order supplies and maintain inventory
Security and Safety: Bondable, Criminal record check, Driving record check (abstract)
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Repetitive tasks, Attention to detail, Walking
Transportation/Travel Information: Own transportation, Valid driver's licence
Work Location Information: Urban area
Other Languages: Arabic, Cantonese, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Numeracy, Writing, Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Critical thinking, Job task planning and organizing, Significant use of memory, Finding information, Computer use, Continuous learning
Employer: Parkway Motors Hamilton
How to Apply:
Please apply for this job only in the manner specified by the employer. Failure to do so may result in your application not being properly considered for the position.
Contact Name: Nama Pinassi
In Person between 9:00 and 17:00:
999 Upper James street Hamilton, Ontario L9C ,3A6
By E-mail: npinassi@parkwaymotors.ca

Marketing and Sales Specialist

Description
About Simlog:Simlog is the pioneer and world leader in the development of PC-based 3D simulation software that provides affordable and effective heavy equipment operator training in construction, forestry, and mining. Called “Personal Simulators”, our products are used by training service providers and equipment owner/operators around the world. With customers in 47 countries, training thousands of people every year, our products are proven to reduce training costs, improve operator productivity, and help minimize the safety risks associated with training new operators.Simlog is looking for a Marketing and Sales Specialist to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Sales and Marketing, this position requires superior organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and exceptional written communication skills in English and French. The ability to prioritize and excel at a diverse set of projects and responsibilities, including direct marketing, marketing communications, and inside sales, is a must. The ideal candidate also possesses a strong interest in keeping current on trends and best practices in email marketing, segmentation, and lead generation through online marketing resources and the latest literature. Responsibilities:Marketing Support:• Identify and manage list rental and e-mail marketing providers to increase lead generation in key growth segments. • Prepare targeted marketing campaigns, including market research for the creation of emails and landing pages.• Measure the results and effectiveness of all marketing campaigns and provide recommendations for the planning of new campaigns.• Identify customers for success stories and participate in the research and writing. • Prepare and maintain content for Simlog’s Web site.• Review Web site visitor statistics to identify trends and areas for improvement.• Monitor editorial calendars of key trade publications to identify opportunities for article and press release submissions. • Prepare other marketing collateral and press material (e.g. brochures, e-newsletters, and press releases).• Plan and prepare exhibits at trade shows and/or identify speaking opportunities at conferences. • Collaborate on the development of new marketing initiatives, including weekly, quarterly and annual marketing plans and budgets.Sales Support:• Respond to email enquiries and telephone calls from prospects in an assigned market segment.• Prepare quotations for prospective customers and invoices for orders.• Update the contact management system with lead qualification details.• Prepare sales pipeline reports from the contact management system.• Distribute sales leads to Simlog’s value-added-resellers. • Follow-up directly on other sales leads in the assigned segment.Required Qualifications:• University degree in Commerce or Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing and/or International Business.• Minimum 2 years relevant experience.• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French.• Ability to travel occasionally.Desirable Qualifications and Skills:The following qualifications and skills are considered to be strong assets for this position: • Prior relevant work experience in a high-tech or an industrial sector, preferably related to applications for training.• Prior relevant work experience in marketing to the educational sector (e.g. vocational/career and technical schools, high schools or, community colleges). • Prior relevant work experience in marketing to the construction and/or mining industries. • Strong verbal and written communication skills in Spanish, Portuguese or German.• Knowledge of desktop publishing tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Publisher. • Knowledge of video editing tools.• Knowledge of HTML. We appreciate all submittals, but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

To apply: http://emplois.isarta.com/cgi-bin/emplois/pm.cgi?action=display&login=12058&utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

IT Controls Analyst

Information Technology Controls AnalystPURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:• The position is responsible for providing documented evidence support for internal and external audit IT testing teams.• The position will be the point of contact for all IT audits performed in all regions.• The position requires intensive knowledge of managing information general controls (ITGC) and security controls.• Knowledge of segregation of duties processing and matrix review.• Knowledge of ERP audits and monitors critical activities required to become compliance.SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Performs ITGC self-assessment testing for the IT departments (Regions - presently Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile and Mexico) on quarterly basis• Performs reviews of the segregation of duties matrix and reports conflicts on a monthly basis• Provides basic project management fundamentals and helps the IT project managers to create project documentation, definitions, project plans, etc. on a daily basis• Interviews the ITGC control owners to obtain documented evidence to support the control for compliance on a quarterly basis• Plan and schedule internal and external testing periods to ensure process owners will be available on a quarterly basis• Generates deficiency ITGC and remediation reports to the internal and external auditors to ensure the control is remediated and signed off by the control owner on a quarterly basis• Interact with applications team and business side to ensure controls are met properly• Creates and maintains the ITGC documented evidence binder on a monthly basis• Assist the IT department in preparation for internal or external audits• Performs ERP audits - security access on a monthly basisQUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:Education & Professional Designations:• Certification in compliance - CISA• Certification on security controls processes - Security plus• High School or higher level education requiredWork Experience:• 2 to 5 years working knowledge using the Information systems audit and control association methodology (ISACA) compliance and security standards.• Intensive working knowledge of perform ITGC SOX 404 audits.• Working knowledge of end user accounts, permissions and access rights audit reviews.• Intensive working knowledge in planning, prioritizing and scheduling IT compliance and security audits. • Working knowledge of network infrastructure -local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), Wireless networks and ERP systems.• Working knowledge of implementing disaster recovery plan for operating systems, databases, networks, servers and software applications.Technical Skills• 2 to 5 years using COBIT and ISO 2700x frame works.• Working technical knowledge of current systems active directory, exchange, etc.• In-depth technical knowledge of network, PC and platform operating systems Windows servers 200x and Windows PC O/S suites.• Knowledge of regulatory practices and procedures enforcement relating to data privacy and protection.Personal Characteristics (Soft Skills)/Working Conditions• Ability to travel to the corporate offices and mine sites environments. (One mine site is very hostile) also bi-lingual in English, Spanish and/or Portuguese.• Build positive relationships with key users/business line teams to identify/resolve issues.• Must have great communications skills• Must have great organizational skills• Must have great written skills

To apply: ross@ivedha.com