Wayne Jeffrey

instructor years of experience

43

Years of
Experience

Biography

Wayne joined Canada Training Group with over 40 years of knowledge and experience in the Electrical and Instrumentation industry. As a Master Electrician and Journeyman Instrument Mechanic, Wayne offers a unique perspective to training that provides solid theory with practical applications gained through years of work in the industry.

Wayne’s oilfield and agriculture experience encompasses maintenance on process and production equipment, electrical design, project management, and all facets of electrical and instrumentation contracting. His in-depth experience with Arc flash studies, estimating, compliance, safety, trouble-shooting, and diverse types of equipment including VFD's, and PLC's is invaluable in his hands-on teaching with CTG.

As an Instructor with Lakeland College for six years, he focused on the application of code and theory in the workplace to equip students with the tools, knowledge, and trouble-shooting skills they would need in their work. As well, throughout his career, he worked overseas as an instructor and as an Instrumentation/Electrical Consultant.

Recently, as a consultant in the Oilfield and Agriculture industries, Wayne assists companies with Arc flash studies and training of personnel to achieve compliance with safety regulations, thus reducing liability and mitigating risk.

Expertise

Testimonials

  • Zachary Lee, EDS Pumps & Water Treatment
    Wayne was a great teacher who was very knowledgeable and had a great teaching style. I really enjoyed learning from him.
  • Brett Fisher, MTM Mine
    I personally liked Wayne as an instructor. He had lots of information and went over all the details with us. He answered any questions we had right away and made it make sense.
  • Todd Bicklmeier, Canfor Pulp
    Wayne is very knowledgeable and provides a good learning environment.
  • Darryl Silakiewicz, Keyera
    Wayne did a great job of keeping the course flowing and the class engaged.
  • Tom Esopenko, Canfor Pulp
    Wayne was a very good instructor. He was able to get class interactive and involved in discussions.
  • Jeffrey Farrell, Canfor Pulp
    Wayne was well educated on the course material. He spoke clearly and responded well to student feedback.
  • Tavis Bowie, BluEarth Renewables
    Wayne was very patient and accommodating to a variety of skill sets within the students in attendance.
  • Andrew Kazmirchuk, City of Ottawa
    Wayne is a wonderful instructor. He explains concepts well and draws from his personal career experience to give us real world examples.
  • Adam LeChasseur, GCT Deltaport
    Wayne Jeffrey was by far the best instructor I've ever had in any electrical training session I've taken before.
  • Craig Cowie, Alberta Newprint Company
    Wayne was very knowledgeable and helpful in explaining the course material.
  • Geo Kandathil, International Paper Company
    Wayne was very informed and enthusiastic about teaching, which was helpful for the people attending the class.
  • Robert Burnell, Suncor Energy
    Wayne was a great instructor, easy to get along with, open to questions, and very knowledgeable
  • Jacob Lazariuk, Fortis Mining Engineering and Manufacturing
    Wayne was great, very personable and knowledgeable. He was very willing to answer questions or discuss problems seen in the field.
  • Tom Esopenko, Canfor Pulp
    Wayne was very good, he was able to get class the class interactive and involved in discussion.
  • Patrick Kean, Canadian Coast Guard
    Wayne is a very knowledgeable instructor. It is my second time taking a course with him as an instructor, and I found him great both times. I would recommend this course with Wayne as the instructor.

Upcoming Courses

Jun 18 - Jun 20, 2025 In Person
PLC Programming Foundations and Essentials: Onsite Delivery
Saskatoon, SK OR25509 Register
Jun 23 - Jun 27, 2025 In Person
Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals
Saskatoon, SK OR25285 Register
Jul 07 - Jul 11, 2025 In Person
Electro-Mechanical Deductive Reasoning for Heavy Equipment Technicians
Saskatoon, SK OR25468 Register
Jul 09 - Jul 09, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time, BC OR25482 Register
Jul 23 - Jul 25, 2025 In Person
PLC Programming Foundations and Essentials: Onsite Delivery
Edmonton, AB OR25510 Register
Aug 25 - Aug 29, 2025 In Person
Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals
Mississauga, ON OR25501 Register
Oct 20 - Oct 24, 2025 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Saskatoon, SK OR25293 Register

All Courses Taught

VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting

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How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning

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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification

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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety

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Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals

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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification

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Electro-Mechanical Deductive Reasoning for Heavy Equipment Technicians

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PLC Programming Foundations and Essentials: Onsite Delivery

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Safe Electrical Switching and Arc Flash Awareness for Operators

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