Competency Advisor

National Oilwell Varco; Montrose; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology provider in Scotland seeks a Competency Advisor to manage and enhance the competency system. This role involves monitoring KPIs, generating reports, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and preferred certifications in assessment and verification. The position offers training, global travel, and opportunities to earn recognized qualifications.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Pension Plan

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Preferred certifications as Assessor and Internal Quality Assurer.
• Confident speaker and presenter.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance NOV’s competency system.
• Collaborate with management teams to monitor and report on KPIs.
• Generate monthly reports for leadership.
• Review and revise competency documentation per business needs.
• Act as a Workplace Assessor and Internal Quality Assurer.
• Support and develop competency assessors and CMS sites.
• Ensure system processes comply with NOV and awarding body standards.

Skills

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

D32/A1/L&D9DI Assessor

D33/V1/L&D11 Verifier IQA

Job description

About the Role
As a Competency Advisor on NOV’s Rig Technologies Aftermarket Education team, you will support the NOV Competency Management System by maintaining and improving processes, developing assessors, and ensuring alignment with industry standards. This role offers comprehensive on-the-job training, global travel opportunities, and the chance to earn globally recognized qualifications. It requires independence, initiative, and strong communication and presentation skills.

About the Company
National Oilwell Varco (NOV) is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry, supporting full-field drilling, completion, and production operations. Since 1862, NOV has pioneered innovations that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and environmental performance. NOV Rig Technologies develops and supports advanced drilling solutions, including automation and training tools that address the industry's evolving needs and challenges.

What We Offer

• On-the-job training and development opportunities
• Potential to earn globally recognized qualifications
• Opportunities for domestic and international travel
• A collaborative, impact-driven team culture
• Involvement in shaping training solutions for a global audience

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance NOV’s competency system
• Collaborate with management teams to monitor and report on KPIs
• Generate monthly reports for leadership
• Review and revise competency documentation per business needs
• Act as a Workplace Assessor and Internal Quality Assurer
• Support and develop competency assessors and CMS sites
• Ensure system processes comply with NOV and awarding body standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience in presenting, data analysis, and negotiation
• Preferred certifications:
• D32/A1/L&D9DI Assessor
• D33/V1/L&D11 Verifier IQA
• Confident speaker and presenter

Why Join Us
Join our Global Family
We are a purpose-driven business. Every day, we work to make the world a better place for everyone by helping our customers produce the energy we all need in the most efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly ways possible. At NOV, we are a global family, and we take care of each other.

At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Finance & Protection

• Pension Plan
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Personal Accident Coverage

Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)

• Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Partner Life Assurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Retail Vouchers
• Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Travel Insurance