Tooling Academy Training Manager (12-Month Fixed Term Contract)

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.

Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC)

Plumbing Matters. We make it better. Our innovative products, built on a tradition of excellence, serve markets across plumbing, heating and construction to make our customers' lives easier, while sustainably delivering unrivalled returns. We are publicly listed on the Australian stock exchange (ASX) with global headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, regional headquarters in Brisbane, Australia and London, UK. Our global family of trusted brands are committed to making a positive, lasting impact - we are better for our planet and better for our people. We operate in 45 facilities across 20 countries. We're acquisitive and we're laser focused on growth.

Our Culture

We're big enough to make a difference and small enough for each one of us to make an impact. Whilst we operate on a global scale, we understand the importance of local markets by focusing on the needs of those markets. Our culture encourages our people to think differently, challenge the status quo and shape the world around us. Our values SPIRIT drive how we work together with a focus on Safety, Passion, Integrity, Reliability, and innovation, together as one global team. We have something special here - not just what we do, but who we are. We're not afraid to try new things; we punch above our weight; and we move with speed. Our strategy ensures we provide a safe environment for our people, and we actively promote diversity and inclusion. We are dedicated to sustainable practices and making a positive contribution to the community we serve. Everyone at RWC makes a valuable contribution to our business. Sound like somewhere you can see yourself. Read on.

Job Purpose

This role will be responsible for supporting the development and delivery of RWC's Tooling Academy. This includes identifying training needs, working with external partners to develop a comprehensive, levelled training standard/curriculum, documenting training plans, and ensuring the effective delivery of training programmes to a high and consistent standard, improving employee performance and productivity and building a sustainable pipeline of skilled Toolmakers for the future.

Position Key Responsibilities
• Assess Training Needs: Work with external partners to conduct thorough skills gap analyses within the toolmaking workforce through job analysis, knowledge and skills assessments and consultations with managers.
• Develop Training Programmes: Design and develop training curricula, programmes, workshops, and materials tailored to the specific needs of toolmaking processes and technologies with a focus on accelerating development through experiential learning.
• Implement Training: Coordinate and deliver training to toolmakers and apprentices, ensuring training is engaging and effective, and assess competence against consistent and agreed standards. Identify and engage third-party providers for training which cannot be delivered internally.
• Evaluate Effectiveness: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training, making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.
• Budget Management: Manage the training budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficient use of resources.
• Compliance: Ensure all training programmes comply with relevant policies, laws, regulations and audit requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest training methods and techniques, incorporating them into training.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other RWC L&D professionals and managers to address specific training needs and develop strategies that align with overall business objectives.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor employee performance and response to training, providing feedback and support, and escalating as needed.

Required/Preferred Qualifications/Education

Qualifications:
• A relevant Engineering qualification is essential.
• The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (formerly PTLLS) is desirable.
• The Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement or Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment (or equivalent e.g. D32/33, A1/A2) is desirable.

Education & Experience:
• Practical experience in toolmaking or engineering.
• Experience of organising, designing and delivering training, preferably in the manufacturing or toolmaking industry.

Competencies/Behaviours
• Analytical: Strong analytical skills to assess training needs and evaluate training effectiveness.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt and adjust to meet the evolving needs of the organisation.
• Interpersonal: Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with employees and key stakeholders at all levels.
• Learning & Development: Strong understanding of learning and development methods, ability to develop and deliver training and assess competence to meet technical professional standards.
• Leadership: Ability to lead and inspire others.
• Organisational: Ability to plan, develop and deliver at pace, ensuring key stakeholders are updated as required.
• Practical Engineering Hand Skills: for marking measuring, cutting, filing and polishing.
• Manual Machining Skills - turning, milling, drilling and grinding.

What we offer you

• A competitive salary
• 25 days holiday
• Flexible holiday buy/sell scheme
• Recognition and reward scheme
• Internal and external learning and development
• On site Café (West Drayton site)
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Cycle to Work & Tech Scheme

Reliance Worldwide Corporation Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment of belonging for all employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.

Your information will be kept confidential according to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Closing date: 8th January 2025