Learning & Development Coordinator

Nufarm Limited; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Learning & Development Coordinator to shape the future workforce in manufacturing and engineering. This role involves engaging with apprentices, coordinating impactful training programs, and promoting careers in STEM. You will support the Senior Learning & Development Specialist in driving a culture of continuous learning and managing apprenticeship initiatives. Join a forward-thinking company committed to developing talent and making a difference in the industry, while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Defined contribution pension scheme

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Site bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with apprentices in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Basic understanding of the apprenticeship levy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate apprenticeship programmes and support external engagement.
• Develop and implement learning and development activities.

Skills

Engagement with young people

Continuous improvement mindset

Administrative support

Promoting careers in STEM

Education

Experience in manufacturing or engineering

Understanding of apprenticeship levy

Job description

Career Opportunities: Learning & Development Coordinator (9792)

Are you passionate about shaping the future workforce and supporting career development?

Do you thrive on engaging with people, coordinating impactful training programmes, and helping others grow? If so, we invite you to explore an exciting opportunity at Nufarm, where you can contribute to developing the next generation of talent in manufacturing and engineering.

Nufarm is a global crop protection and seeds technologies company that helps farmers and businesses meet the global challenges of food, feed, fibre and food production.

Your Future, Fueled by Innovation

As a Learning & Development Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring Nufarm remains an employer of choice for apprentices and early-career professionals. Supporting the Senior Learning & Development Specialist, you will help drive a culture of continuous learning, manage the apprenticeship programme, and coordinate training initiatives across the site.

This role offers the opportunity to build relationships with schools and colleges, promote careers in manufacturing and engineering, and develop Nufarm’s position as the top apprenticeship provider in the area. You will also support site-wide learning and development activities, contributing to key L&D projects that enhance skills and capabilities across our workforce.

How You’ll Help Us Grow

1. Act as the first point of contact for apprentices, mentors, line managers, and training providers, ensuring an effective and supportive apprenticeship programme.
2. Provide administrative support for all apprenticeship programmes, including managing the apprenticeship levy.
3. Support external engagement at schools, careers fairs, and industry events to promote apprenticeships and increase female participation in STEM careers.
4. Assist in sourcing training providers and apprenticeship standards to meet business needs.
5. Help develop and implement learning and development activities across the site.
6. Maintain accurate L&D records for compliance, audit, and reporting purposes.

Could This Be You?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, people-focused individual with a passion for learning and development. You should have:

1. Experience working with apprentices in a manufacturing or engineering environment, either as an employer or training provider.
2. A basic understanding of the apprenticeship levy.
3. Confidence to engage with young people, promote careers in the industry, and present at events.
4. A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to drive projects forward.
5. A full, clean UK driving licence and access to a car to attend events.

In return we offer the successful candidate a competitive annual salary; a defined contribution pension scheme, 28 days (plus bank holidays), and a site bonus scheme.

Nufarm is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all Nufarm employees.

Apply today and be part of our journey to shape the future of agriculture!