Training Specialist

Sperton Global AS; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Oil & Gas sector is looking for a Training Specialist to assess training needs and design effective competency-based training programs. The ideal candidate will have an engineering background and relevant professional certifications, with a strong ability to engage stakeholders and facilitate training. Join a dynamic team dedicated to workforce development and continuous improvement in a rapidly evolving industry.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in training and development, preferably in Oil & Gas.
• Proven ability to design and implement competency-based training programs.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assess training needs and design competency-based training programs.
• Coordinate and deliver training sessions, both in-house and vendor-led.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and maintain training records.

Skills

Communication

Facilitation

Stakeholder Engagement

Training Needs Assessment

Designing Training Programs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or HR

SHRM, CIPD, ATD Certification

Tools

MS Office

Digital Learning Platforms

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Training Specialist to join our client’s team in the Oil & Gas sector in Kuwait. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying training needs, designing competency-based training programs, and supporting workforce development across technical and support functions. Candidates from the O&G, Healthcare, or Manufacturing industries are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with an engineering background and CIPD or SHRM certification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess organizational and departmental training needs through consultations, job analysis, and competency gaps.
• Design and implement targeted learning programs to upskill technical, functional, and leadership roles.
• Coordinate and deliver in-house and vendor-led training sessions, including hands-on technical training.
• Develop training materials, e-learning content, and evaluation tools in line with business objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness and make continuous improvements based on feedback and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with department managers, and SMEs to ensure alignment with business needs.
• Maintain accurate training records and compliance documentation.
• Support the integration of training efforts with talent management and succession planning initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, HR, or a related field (Engineering preferred).
• SHRM, CIPD, ATD or other relevant professional certifications required.
• 5–8 years of experience in training and development, preferably in Oil & Gas, Healthcare, or Manufacturing sectors.
• Proven ability to design and implement competency-based training programs.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and digital learning platforms (e.g., LMS, e-learning tools).
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in a highly regulated or safety-critical industry.
• Familiarity with HSE training and technical certification processes.