Training and Competence Lead
Job Description
This position is responsible for the development and operational execution of training and competence programs, ensuring they meet the needs of the business and comply with industry standards.
- Participate in the development and implementation of the company’s training and competence strategy in alignment with business objectives.
- Collaborate with Managers and the wider Training and Competence team to develop innovative training and competence programs that address current and future skill requirements.
- Manage and mentor the Training & Competence team, ensuring high performance and professional development.
- Oversee training expenditure and the allocation of supportive funding, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to meet strategic goals.
- Engage with senior management and key stakeholders to align training and competence initiatives with business needs, ensuring all training and competence activities comply with legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
- Drive continuous improvement in training delivery, assessment processes, and competence management systems.
- Provide regular updates and strategic insights to the Manager and senior management team on training and competence performance.
- Lead internal and external audits related to training and competence, ensuring successful outcomes.
- Conduct regular offshore and site visits as required and act as delegated authority for the Training & Competency Manager as required.
Profile
- Essential Qualifications: CIPD Level 5 or a related field with extensive experience in leading training and competence functions
- Desirable Qualifications: Experience in a management role within the Energy sector
- Desirable Qualifications: BOSIET/FOET and associated mandatory certification
- Essential Job Specific Knowledge: Expert knowledge of training and competence frameworks, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Desirable Job Specific Knowledge: Experience in managing large scale, multi site training operations.
- Desirable Job Specific Knowledge: Understanding of ECITB Apprenticeship programme, Connected Competence, APTUS programme
- Essential Skills: Strong management and strategic thinking skills.
- Essential Skills: Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Essential Skills: Ability to manage large budgets and complex projects.
- Desirable Skills: Proficiency in Training & Competency Management Systems (TMS/CMS) and data analysis tools.
Contract type
1-Permanent Contract
Job location
Europe, United Kingdom, Ecosse, Grampian
