Associate, Risk Engineering - Toronto, Canada - CHUBB

    CHUBB
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    Regular - Full time
    Description

    ABOUT THE CHUBB ASSOCIATE PROGRAM (CAP):
    As part of the CAP program you will be part of an experience that supports the well-rounded development of critical business skills which in turn contributes to the future success of our company. Our two year program is designed to include hands-on business assignments in one of a variety of disciplines, interactive classroom instruction, team assignments and direct interaction with other early career professionals as well as experienced professionals and engaged leaders.

    CAP is a truly blended curriculum that includes coordinated classroom training, webinar training, online self-study, on-the-job learning, group project work, mentoring and networking. As part of CAP, you will receive:

  • Challenging assignments and the opportunity to contribute to the results of a team;
  • Collaborative learning and group assignments with program members to help gain broader organizational understanding;
  • Technical training to deepen your skill level within your chosen discipline and an understanding of our broader industry;
  • Interpersonal effectiveness skill development to help you enhance communication and interactive skills;
  • Executive engagement allowing program members the opportunity to network and learn from Chubb's thought leaders;
  • Peer mentoring support to help members navigate through professional situations in their early development;
  • A pathway to leadership development opportunities and global assignments.
  • WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
    We are currently seeking applicants for an Equipment Breakdown Risk Engineer (EBRE) Associate position. The EBRE professional operates within the Risk Engineering Department and is considered an integral component of the valued added services that we provide for our commercial insurance policy holders. We welcome both recent university graduates and those looking to make a career change into risk engineering and insurance.

    Description:
    The primary focus of this position is to perform risk evaluations, evaluate exposures and controls, develop meaningful loss estimates, and communicate findings to business partners. Responsibilities include the application of critical thinking to determine the adequacy of controls, the likelihood of loss, the magnitude of loss, and the overall insurability. The individual will conduct boiler and pressure vessel inspections in accordance with jurisdictional rules by performing thorough examinations, identifying hazardous conditions, applying appropriate codes and standards, recommending corrective action, and submitting required reports. The individual will communicate to customers how these recommendations impact their business and appropriate courses of action.

    The Equipment Breakdown Risk Engineer will also perform claims investigations which include evaluating the elements of the accident, extent of damage, damage verification, invoice review, and cause of loss. The individual provides risk improvement services to customers, including identifying exposures with significant loss potential, investigation of losses and evaluation of preventative maintenance management programs. Written reports will include evaluations of machinery breakdown and business interruption exposures, which will assist underwriters in evaluating risks and assigning proper premium for the exposure.
    Additional EBRE responsibilities include:

  • Development of risk improvement reports, recommendations and other risk assessment documentation.
  • Building and maintaining productive relationships with underwriting and service teams assigned to support the business, with the agent, claims, and clients
  • Managing workload within an assigned territory
  • Taking ownership of the territory and effectively prioritize, plan, and schedule work
  • Utilizing technology resources for maximum efficiency
  • Responding to customer requests in a timely and professional manner
  • Ability to deliver timely, quality service and products to internal and external customers
  • Bachelors in Engineering or Science;
  • Bilingual in French and English is an asset;
  • Technical training in inspection, engineering, quality control or manufacturing is highly desirable as is experience with industrial, mechanical and electrical equipment;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Consultative, sales and marketing skills;
  • Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact and build relationships with all levels of internal and external contacts;
  • An aptitude for evaluating, analyzing, and interpreting technical information;
  • Strong PC skills including; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
  • Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team;
  • Must demonstrate a high level of initiative and leadership skills;
  • Excellent time management, problem solving and organizational skills are required;
  • An ability to adapt to new ideas and situations;
  • An ability to develop creative approaches to solving customer problems;
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.