Our Client invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Training & Development Manager. The successful incumbent will report directly to the Group’s Chief HR Officer.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for the development and implementation of the Company’s training, learning and development plans and policies and that are aligned with Group’s People Strategy.

This position is based at the Head Office, Bedfordview and will be on a permanent basis.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Degree in HR or a related discipline
• Relevant honours degree or post-graduate diploma would be an advantage
• Professional registration would be an advantage
• Certified trainer and/or assessor would be an advantage.

Experience

• A minimum of 7 years related experience in the engineering, construction or mining industries, and ideally with exposure to projects in these industries.
• Experience should include a broad range of training disciplines including both technical and managerial.
• A minimum of 3 years in a training managerial or supervisory position.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of training and development processes, and best practices
• Proven abilities in training and development programme implementation and coordination
• Knowledge of skills development and related legislation, including the skills development element of the B-BBEE Codes
• MS Office (Excel, Power Point, Word, & Outlook), report writing and general administration skills
• Interpersonal communication skills - at all levels
• Co-ordinating, planning, organising and change management abilities
• Analytical and attention to detail.
• Training presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Exposure to project and community training would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following for the Company:

• Develop and oversee the implementation of the Company’s training, learning and development plans and policies and that are aligned with Group’s People Strategy, Transformation Plan and legislative requirements.
• Lead the implementation of Bursary, Graduate Mentorship, Apprenticeship and Learnership Programmes.
• Coordinate the implementation and administration of the Group’s leadership development programmes.
• Lead the implementation of the Company’s induction programme.
• Ensure accurate, complete and up to date training records on the HR/Payroll and other systems to enable accurate reporting
• Prepare accurate, effective and timeous training reports and statistics to internal stakeholders such as CHRO, Exco and the Board.
• Prepare accurate statutory and other external training reports and submit timeously to ensure full compliance - such as WSP and ATR to CETA.
• Manage the efficient operation of the Training & Development Function, and delivery of related services such as training scheduling and arrangements.
• Manage the efficient delivery of internal and external training service providers, and associated administration.
• Co-ordinate the registration of professionals with the relevant bodies such as engineers with ECSA/SACPCMP.
• Represent the Company on various industry forums