Site L&D Lead - Spring Hill Corrections Facility

New Zealand Government Joba; Waikato; On-site; NZD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Government Joba at Spring Hill Corrections Facility seeks a Site Learning and Development Lead to build team capability, assess training needs and ensure onboarding is delivered effectively. You will guide L&D tools and solutions and connect staff with learning services on site.

You will work with regional and national teams, champion Hokai Rangi, and oversee support for new recruits through their initial pathways, enabling better outcomes for those in our care.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and L&D frameworks.
• Experience leading and facilitating training.
• Proficient with multiple learning technologies.
• Knowledge of Hokai Rangi and related values.

Responsibilities

• Act as site champion and navigator for access to learning services.
• Assess current capability levels and training needs.
• Oversee onboarding and initial pathways for new staff.
• Collaborate with regional and national teams on learning opportunities.
• Promote use of online learning tools.

Skills

Adult learning methods

Facilitation

Group facilitation

Learning tools & platforms

Stakeholder collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Tools

Learning management systems

Online learning platforms

Job description

Permanent RoleFull TimeBased at Spring Hill Corrections FacilityMo te tunga | About the roleAs the Site Learning and Development Lead, your role is to support site leadership in building the capability of their teams. Specifically, you will work assess current capability levels and training needs, ensure key processes such as onboarding of new staff is delivered properly and provide guidance on the overall learning and development tools and solutions available as well as facilitation.Other key focus areas for the role are:Primary navigator for staff on site to access and connect to learning servicesWork connectedly with regional and national teams to facilitate and deliver a wide range of learning and development opportunitiesStrongly connected to custodial practiceOversee support for new recruits as they progress through their initial pathwaysMou | About youTo be effective in this role you will need to have a good understanding of how adults learn and new ways in which learning can be designed and delivered as well as a good knowledge of the Department's L&D frameworks, pathways and systems. You'll be comfortable and confident in leading and facilitating learning and the use of multiple technologies in achieving this.With a natural style to work collaboratively and build strong relationships you will be the site champion and navigator for access to learning services.You will have a genuine interest for working within a site that is focussed on achieving objectives and better outcomes for the people we manage, you must have a thorough working knowledge and understanding of Hokai Rangi and be able to articulate and demonstrate this.Along with the above you will also need to demonstrate:Actively promote and support the use of the online learning tools and resources on siteUnderstanding of L&D frameworks and systemsGroup facilitation skills and experience in the delivery of trainingWell-developed computer skills and knowledge of a variety of learning tools and platformsStrong experience/understanding of an adult learning/training environmentKnowledge of development pathways with the ability to influence through facilitationExcellent verbal written and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate complex conceptsMaintain and develop a high level of knowledge of the Department's strategic direction, championing Hokai Rangi and our valuesNga painga | The benefitsThe salary range for this position is across 2 steps $95,080 - $99,782 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.Mo matou | About usWe value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.Tono inaianei | Apply NowTo submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.Applications close on 15 October 2026If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact [e-mail], or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.