Training Manager

TN United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Training Manager to lead the development of teams within its Infrastructure division. This role, based in Coventry, involves training Laboratory and Field Technicians to adhere to the latest British and European testing standards. As part of a dedicated team, you will have the opportunity to shape the training landscape while ensuring compliance and excellence in testing practices. With a commitment to personal and professional development, this role offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. Join a leading provider of testing and inspection services and contribute to building a safer and more sustainable world.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Family friendly support

Employee benefits and discounts app

Employee assistance programmes

Enhanced company pension

Qualifications

• Demonstrated training experience and ability to assess competency.
• Knowledge of British and European Standards in a UKAS accredited lab.

Responsibilities

• Train new and existing Laboratory and Field Technicians.
• Build and maintain accurate training records and monitor activities.
• Develop and deliver training materials.

Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Training experience

Knowledge of British and European Standards

Organisational Skills

Flexibility

Commitment

Education

HNC in construction related field or equivalent

Extensive experience

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

Training Manager - Coventry

To support our ambitious growth plans, we have a great opportunity to join our Infrastructure division. SOCOTEC is the UK’s largest independent construction materials testing division, delivering seven million tests a year to more than 5,000 clients either in our laboratories or on-site. SOCOTEC offers the widest range of testing, inspection and certification services in the UK. Our sampling and testing methods are based upon current British and European standards and are accredited by UKAS.

We’re looking for a Training Manager to lead the training and development of our teams within our Infrastructure division. The role is primarily associated with our operations at Coventry but there could be a requirement to support any business unit nationwide. The role will cover laboratory and field testing of soils, concrete, asphalt and aggregates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Train new and existing Laboratory and Field Technicians to comply with the latest British and European testing standards
• Build and maintain accurate training records
• Monitor training activities and offer guidance
• Support the management teams
• Develop and deliver training material

Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Excellent Communication Skills verbal, written and presentation
• Training experience identifying training needs, and learning styles, and assessing competency
• Excellent knowledge of British and European Standards in a UKAS accredited laboratory capacity, specifically related to concrete, soils, aggregate and asphalt
• Organised, flexible and committed
• Full clean driving licence
• CSCS Card
• HNC in construction related field or equivalent or extensive experience

SOCOTEC is the UK's leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services. We offer an unrivalled range of technical expertise and services throughout the UK and worldwide. By joining us, you’ll be part of an 1,800+ strong team, where we will provide you with both the flexibility and a host of opportunities. We are committed to personal and professional development, and you will be supported and mentored at every step of your journey with us. You will join a large team of industry-leading, expert professionals and receive exposure to some of the best opportunities and challenges available.

As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including, 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more. Where applicable we also offer an electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and enhanced company pension.

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.