Training and Competency Manager

Training and Competency Manager – Midlands – Salary TBD on conversation

A very exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Training and Competency Manager to take over management of the training team within a very respected training and assessment company in the Midlands area.

The business has a great reputation in the industry and are utilised by a range of clients within the Rail market as their go to Training company for Permanent Way training and assessment requirements.

This is a great opportunity for someone to take the reins on Training and Competency within a very well established and respected business whilst having a key influencing position on the future success of the company.

The industry needs more competent rail engineers – you will be playing your part in the development of them!

In this position the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties;

• Management of all training and competence delivery for the business ensuring that company personnel comply with industry and legislative requirements.
• Management of trainers and assessors to ensure successful day-to-day training and assessment delivery, including Track Safety Trainer(s) and administrators
• Assessing and identifying all internal training and development needs
• Selecting and managing resources, including working with employees and training associates to develop and deliver training
• Maintaining existing and developing new client relationships
• Identifying training needs by consulting with the clients
• Effective coordination of training and development programmes for our clients.
• Creation, implementation, and improvement of all training and assessment materials including company practical sites in collaboration with the trainers and assessors
• Maintaining the company On-line Learning portal and course information on the website
• Monitor, support and develop all trainers and assessors
• Undertake the role of Sentinel Scheme Manager
• Liaise with the Quality Manager to maintain registration of the company on the ROATP

You will also be accountable for the following;

• Ensuring course material is compliant with client requirements and legislation
• Liaise with the Health and Safety representative to ensure Health and Safety compliance with industry and legal requirements
• Ensure compliance with the RTAS rules
• Sentinel Scheme Management in accordance with Sentinel Scheme Rules:
• Manage the sponsorship of all Sentinel cardholders to ensure compliance with Sentinel Scheme Rules.
• Support the Quality Manager in maintaining RISQS accreditation
• Undertake training and assessment delivery when emergency cover is required

Qualifications:
Essential

• Management Qualification
• Training qualification Level 4
• Assessor Qualification Level 3
• Internal Verifier or Internal Quality Assurance
• Managing Safely
• Full clean UK driving licence

Desirable

• NEBOSH Diploma

Experience:

• A minimum of ten years permanent way experience in Plain Line and S&C
• A minimum of five years’ experience in training and assessment
• Experience in developing training courses covering different learning styles/needs and development programmes
• Experience in carrying out formal assessments to national standards
• Knowledge of learning and development best practices
• Knowledge of training methodology and a proven track record of training management
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent written, communication, and “people” skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent planning and prioritisation skills
• The ability to work calmly under pressure
• Excellent IT skills
• Budget and report writing skills

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