Skills Development Partner

Safran UK; Burnley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Nacelles in Burnley seeks an experienced L&D professional to partner with senior leaders, HR, and Safran University to shape people capability strategies aligned with business goals. You will influence broader HR plans, ensure workforce development needs are met, and drive continuous improvement in training across manufacturing environments.

You will design curricula, manage budgets, and collaborate with global learning teams to deliver engaging learning solutions that support budget

Qualifications

• Experience in learning and development within manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and budget experience.
• Proven ability to design and implement training curricula.

Responsibilities

• To develop and implement the Company's Learning and Skills Development Strategy aligned to business objectives.
• To partner with Operational Managers to identify capability requirements and develop workforce development plans.
• To manage the Learning and Development budget, ensuring effective planning, governance and value for money.
• To manage the Apprenticeship Levy budget, ensuring maximum utilisation of available funding.
• To design and collaborate with the delivery of the Corporate Company Induction Programme using innovative and engaging learning solutions.
• To manage organisational competency frameworks, skills matrices and workforce capability reporting.
• To work with Safran University and Group Learning teams to implement Group learning initiatives.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Project Management

LMS/HR Systems

Learning Needs Analysis

Presentation Skills

Continuous Improvement

Manufacturing Learning

Analytics & Reporting

Planning & Organisation

Independent Working

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above or equivalent

Tools

LMS Software

HR Systems

Job description

The role holder will work closely with Senior Managers, Operational Leaders, HR colleagues, Safran University and external learning providers to develop effective people capability strategies that support business objectives.The role holder will contribute to the shaping of the broader HR functional plans, ensuring learning, organisational capability and workforce development requirements are effectively considered.

Why Safran?

• A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
• Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
• Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
• Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
• A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.

About Safran Nacelles:

Safran Nacelles is a worldwide leader in aircraft engine nacelles. Our products and services equip all aircraft types; regional, business, short, medium and long-range commercial aircraft. Our expertise covers nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, maintenance and services. Our site in Burnley provides employment to almost 700 people and we are proud to be one of the largest private sector employers in Burnley.

Your Role

The role holder will work closely with Senior Managers, Operational Leaders, HR colleagues, Safran University and external learning providers to develop effective people capability strategies that support business objectives. The role holder will contribute to the shaping of the broader HR functional plans, ensuring learning, organisational capability and workforce development requirements are effectively considered.

Key Responsibilities

• To develop and implement the Company's Learning and Skills Development Strategy aligned to business objectives.
• To partner with Operational Managers to identify capability requirements and develop workforce development plans.
• To manage the Learning and Development budget, ensuring effective planning, governance and value for money.
• To manage the Apprenticeship Levy budget, ensuring maximum utilisation of available funding.
• To manage the Manufacturing & Production (M&P) Apprenticeship Programme, including recruitment, onboarding, learner progress, provider management and End Point Assessment.
• To manage apprenticeship sponsorship schemes and support future talent pipelines through apprenticeships, graduate programmes, work experience, STEM initiatives and career events.
• To design and collaborate with the delivery of the Corporate Company Induction Programme using innovative and engaging learning solutions.
• To manage organisational competency frameworks, skills matrices and workforce capability reporting.
• To conduct Training Needs Analysis and collate organisational learning requirements to support workforce planning and budget forecasting.
• To manage the Company's mandatory learning programme, ensuring statutory, regulatory and organisational compliance requirements are achieved.
• To develop, implement and maintain learning curricula within Safran University and Selia, supporting classroom, blended and digital learning solutions.
• To work collaboratively with Safran University and Group Learning teams to implement Group learning

What You'll Bring

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Project Management skills
• Thorough understanding of Learning Management Systems and HR Systems
• Learning Needs Analysis and Workforce Planning
• Presentation and Facilitation Skills
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing learning environments
• Strong analytical and reporting capability
• Excellent planning, organisation and priority management skills
• Innovative and creative in approach
• Commercial awareness and budget management
• Motivated by delivering continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of Safran University and Selia Learning Systems
• CIPD Level 5 or above or equivalent experience
• Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards, ESFA Funding and Apprenticeship Levy

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.