Training & Workforce Development Lead

Acciona; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring & training

Iconic NZ project

Planet-friendly mission

Job summary

ACCIONA, a global leader in regenerative infrastructure, is delivering the Northland Corridor project from its North Auckland base. You will develop and deliver the training and competency strategy for the Northland Corridor Project, collaborating with the project HR Manager, site teams and external providers to build workforce capability.

You will design apprenticeship programs, set up inductions, track training, and maintain the competency system to ensure workers operate plant and equipment

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in HR, education or organisational development.
• Extensive experience in training or L&D within civil or infrastructure construction.
• Proven experience partnering with polytechnics, PTEs and industry bodies.
• Strong understanding of the NZQA and vocational education framework.
• High-level organisational skills and ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement training and competency programs to support the Skills and Competency Matrix for the project, ensuring workers are trained, competent, and verified to operate plant and equipment in accordance with project requirements
• Design apprenticeship and traineeship programs with polytechnics and industry bodies
• Set up project induction and site access training programs
• Track training and skills reporting requirements for the project
• Maintain the site access and competency management system
• Advise project and site teams on training and compliance matters

Skills

HR / Education / Org Development

L&D experience in civil construction

Apprenticeship program design

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Tertiary qualification in HR / education / organisational development

Job description

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ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing to our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

• Career and development through mentoring and training support
• Work on one of New Zealand's new and iconic project
• Be part of an organisation who is invested in building a better planet

Project Info

ACCIONA has built a strong infrastructure presence in New Zealand over the past decade, delivering the Pūhoi to Warkworth motorway and Auckland's Eastern Busway. With financial close reached on the Warkworth to Te Hana project, New Zealand's largest PPP, our pipeline across the country continues to grow.

About Opportunity

Join ACCIONA and be part of a team delivering one of New Zealand's most significant transport infrastructure projects. The Northland Corridor Warkworth to Te Hana - Ara Tūhono project will enhance connectivity, improve safety and support regional growth, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.

This role sits within ACCIONA's Northland Corridor Project, based in North Auckland, and reports to the Operations Services Manager. You will develop and deliver the training and competency strategy for the Northland Corridor Project, working closely with the project HR Manager, site teams, and external training providers. You will build the systems, programs, and partnerships that grow workforce capability across the project.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Develop and implement training and competency programs to support the Skills and Competency Matrix for the project, ensuring workers are trained, competent, and verified to operate plant and equipment in accordance with project requirements
• Design apprenticeship and traineeship programs with polytechnics and industry bodies
• Set up project induction and site access training programs
• Track training and skills reporting requirements for the project
• Maintain the site access and competency management system
• Advise project and site teams on training and compliance matters

Required Skills

• Tertiary qualification in HR, education or organisational development
• Extensive experience in training or L&D within civil or infrastructure construction
• Proven experience partnering with polytechnics, PTEs and industry bodies
• Strong understanding of the NZQA and vocational education framework
• High-level organisational skills and ability to work autonomously

Why work for us?

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.