Construction Training Coordinator

VGC; West Devon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and training services provider is looking for an experienced Construction Training Coordinator in Plymouth to support training programs and compliance for onsite staff. The role involves coordinating training logistics, managing records, and ensuring project-specific training is completed on time. Applicants should have a background in construction, excellent organizational skills, and experience in training coordination. BPSS security clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Construction experience with knowledge of CITB, CSCS/CPCS qualifications.
• Experience with construction related pathways such as apprenticeships.
• Detail-oriented with good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule construction training.
• Maintain and manage training records.
• Support rollout of a new digital training system.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal abilities

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders

Education

Prior experience in training coordination, HR, or learning and development

Construction related qualifications

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Construction Training Coordinator

Location - Plymouth

My client are seeking an experienced Construction Training Coordinator for a maternity cover (12 months). The Construction Training Coordinator supports the planning and delivery of training programs, internally and externally ensuring that staff onsite are suitably qualified to be in their role as well as working with the site teams to ensure project specific training is rolled out prior to upcoming works. This role involves coordinating logistics, managing training resources, and assisting with the development of learning initiatives as well as keeping accurate, auditable records.

Due to the sensitive nature of the site (live MOD site), BPSS security clearance is required.

Key Tasks

• Coordinate and schedule construction related training, including internal and external courses, training and workshops. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and collecting feedback from site teams.
• Assist in developing training materials and programs specific to construction and Engineering operations, such as health & safety modules, trade-specific training, and competency development pathways.
• Maintain accurate training records, including all certifications and competencies, course attendance records, CSCS/CPCS cards and be responsible for completing site SQEP assurance checks as well as providing support, advice and guidance to progression pathways.
• Liaise with site management, supervisors, trainers, and workforce teams to ensure mandatory and project-specific training needs are identified and delivered on time.
• Support the rollout of a new digital system and Client Learn platform, ensuring site teams can access e-learning materials and compliance modules as well as being the point of contact for a new digital system to approve SQEP data.
• Manage training budgets and relationships with external training providers, such as accredited health & safety trainers, CITB approved training, and trade-specific training bodies Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards, including CDM requirements, health & safety legislation, and company training policies.
• Manage and promote the Emerging Talent function including Apprentices, both white and blue collar, Graduates and Placement Students.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for L&D initiatives across the project including logistical planning of training, escorting external visitors, monthly reporting, auditing, reporting into the client, attending meetings and onboarding and sourcing of new training providers.

Requirements

• Construction experience or background with knowledge of CITB, CSCS/CPCS and construction related qualifications.
• Experience with construction related pathways, ie apprenticeships, graduate programmes.
• Prior experience and qualifications in training coordination, HR, or learning and development is preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and MS Office suite.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with good problem-solving skills.