Training Manager – Gas Industry

Example Recruitment Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Major UK gas company

Senior training role

Job summary

Example Recruitment Group is seeking a Training Manager for the UK gas sector to lead and develop technical training, operational competency and safety compliance programmes. You will oversee training for gas engineers and operators, ensuring qualifications and competencies meet industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong gas industry background, experience delivering structured training programmes and a proactive approach to safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Training Manager or similar role in the gas industry.
• Strong background in technical training, competency, and safety compliance.
• Knowledge of gas industry regulations and safety standards.
• Proven ability to design structured training pathways and validation results.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage technical training programmes for engineers and operators.
• Design structured training pathways to support development and progression.
• Coordinate training schedules, resources and delivery to meet operations.
• Maintain competency assessment frameworks and training records.
• Ensure training aligns with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Technical Training

Training Management

Stakeholder Management

Gas Industry Knowledge

Health & Safety

Tools

Logic Certification Training

Job description

Training Manager – Gas Industry

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum (DOE)

Location: To be confirmed

Contract: Permanent | Full-Time

Industry: Gas Distribution, Utilities & Engineering

About the Opportunity

Example Recruitment Group is delighted to be working in partnership with a major UK gas company to recruit an experienced Training Manager to lead and develop its technical training, operational competency and safety compliance programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Training Manager or experienced technical training professional with a strong background in the gas industry to take responsibility for delivering high-quality training programmes across engineering and operational teams.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that gas engineers, network operators and other technical personnel receive the training, development and competency assessments required to operate safely, efficiently and in accordance with industry regulations.

We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have experience developing and delivering structured technical training programmes within the gas distribution, utilities or wider gas engineering sectors.

Experience with Logic Certification training programmes would be highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Training Strategy & Programme Development
  • Develop, implement and manage technical training programmes for gas engineers, network operators and operational personnel.
  • Design and maintain structured training pathways to support employee development, technical competence and career progression.
  • Review existing training processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Ensure training programmes align with business objectives, operational requirements and industry standards.
  • Support the development of new training materials, courses and competency frameworks.
  • Manage training schedules, resources and delivery to ensure operational requirements are met.
• Technical Training & Competency
  • Oversee the delivery of technical training for gas engineering and network operations personnel.
  • Ensure engineers and operational teams maintain the necessary qualifications, certifications and competencies.
  • Coordinate technical assessments, refresher training and ongoing professional development.
  • Work closely with operational managers to identify technical skills gaps and implement appropriate training solutions.
  • Support training relating to gas distribution networks, engineering operations, maintenance and safety procedures.
  • Develop and maintain competency assessment frameworks to ensure employees meet the required technical standards.
• Health, Safety & Compliance
  • Ensure all training activities comply with relevant gas industry legislation, health and safety requirements and regulatory standards.
  • Promote a strong safety culture throughout the organisation.
  • Develop and deliver safety training programmes covering operational risks, safe working practices and compliance requirements.
  • Monitor training compliance and ensure employees maintain relevant qualifications and certifications.
  • Support internal and external audits relating to training, competency and operational compliance.
  • Work collaboratively with health and safety teams to identify training requirements arising from incidents, regulatory changes or operational developments.
• Training Management & Leadership
  • Lead, support and develop technical trainers, assessors and training personnel where applicable.
  • Build strong working relationships with operational management, engineering teams and senior stakeholders.
  • Monitor training effectiveness and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate training records, competency matrices and compliance reporting.
  • Manage relationships with external training providers, awarding bodies and certification organisations.
  • Support workforce development and succession planning across technical and operational functions.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a Training Manager, Technical Training Manager, Training & Competency Manager or similar role.
• A strong technical or operational background within the gas industry.
• Experience developing, managing or delivering technical training programmes for engineers or operational personnel.
• A good understanding of gas industry regulations, safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing training requirements, competency assessments and employee development.
• Knowledge of gas engineering, gas distribution networks or associated utility operations.
• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to develop structured training programmes that meet both operational and regulatory requirements.
• A proactive approach to improving training quality, safety and technical competence.

Desirable Experience

• Experience using or delivering Logic Certification training programmes.
• Previous experience training gas engineers, network operators or gas distribution personnel.
• Experience working within a major gas distribution network, utility provider or gas engineering organisation.
• Relevant training, teaching or assessing qualifications, such as AET, CAVA, TAQA or equivalent.
• Knowledge of ACS gas qualifications and associated competency requirements.
• Experience managing technical training centres or engineering training facilities.
• Familiarity with industry competency frameworks, compliance audits and training accreditation.
• Experience developing internal trainers, technical assessors or engineering apprentices.

The Ideal Candidate

• Technical Training Manager
• Gas Training Manager
• Training & Competency Manager
• Engineering Training Manager
• Gas Technical Trainer
• Training & Development Manager
• Technical Training Lead
• Gas Training Centre Manager
• Operational Training Manager

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join a major, established UK gas company.
• A senior training position with responsibility for technical competency and workforce development.
• The opportunity to influence and improve technical training standards across the organisation.
• A varied role working closely with engineering, operational and health and safety teams.
• Long-term career development within an established organisation.

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