Head of Training

Gender; Muscat; On-site; OMR 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Gender is seeking an experienced Training & Competency Leader for LNG and oil & gas operations in Muscat, Oman. You will conduct TNA, design, develop and maintain technical training programs, implement competency frameworks, and deliver OJT systems.

You will manage training records, budgets, KPIs, and liaison with regulators and external providers, promoting safety culture and ensuring LNG/HSE compliance. A Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering is mandatory; OPITO Assessor and Train-the-Trainer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (mandatory for immigration).
• 10-12+ years of experience in LNG or oil & gas operations.
• Minimum 5 years experience in technical training and competency development.
• OPITO Certified Assessor (required).
• Train-the-Trainer (TOT) certification (required).
• Strong experience in competency frameworks, technical assessments, and gap analysis.
• Proven ability in designing and delivering technical/OJT training programs.
• Knowledge of LNG regulations, HSE standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience managing training systems, KPIs, and reporting frameworks.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent English communication (written and spoken).
• Experience working with contractors, vendors, and regulatory stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Technical Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and competency gap assessments.
• Design, develop, and maintain technical training programs, syllabi, and course materials.
• Implement competency-based training frameworks for engineers, technicians, and operators.
• Develop and deliver OJT (On-the-Job Training) systems and apprenticeship programs.
• Ensure compliance with LNG regulations, industry standards, and HSE requirements.
• Establish training KPIs, metrics, and performance monitoring systems.
• Manage training records, assessments, and certification tracking systems.
• Oversee training budgets, resource planning, and roster scheduling.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies for course approvals and compliance.
• Coordinate external training providers, vendors, and certification bodies.
• Lead coaching, mentoring, and succession planning programs.
• Support development of HSE training matrices and promote safety culture.
• Manage training contracts from tendering through execution and lifecycle.

Skills

TNA

Gap analysis

Training design

OJT development

Leadership

English communication

Stakeholder liaison

Regulatory compliance

Budget & scheduling

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

OPITO Assessor

TOT certification

Job description

Education Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Electronics/Telecomunication)

Category Education & Training

Job Description

• Conduct Technical Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and competency gap assessments
• Design, develop, and maintain technical training programs, syllabi, and course materials
• Implement competency-based training frameworks for engineers, technicians, and operators
• Develop and deliver OJT (On-the-Job Training) systems and apprenticeship programs
• Ensure compliance with LNG regulations, industry standards, and HSE requirements
• Establish training KPIs, metrics, and performance monitoring systems
• Manage training records, assessments, and certification tracking systems
• Oversee training budgets, resource planning, and roster scheduling
• Liaise with regulatory bodies for course approvals and compliance
• Coordinate external training providers, vendors, and certification bodies
• Lead coaching, mentoring, and succession planning programs
• Support development of HSE training matrices and promote safety culture
• Manage training contracts from tendering through execution and lifecycle

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (mandatory for immigration)
• 10-12+ years of experience in LNG or oil & gas operations
• Minimum 5 years experience in technical training and competency development
• OPITO Certified Assessor (required)
• Train-the-Trainer (TOT) certification (required)
• Strong experience in competency frameworks, technical assessments, and gap analysis
• Proven ability in designing and delivering technical/OJT training programs
• Knowledge of LNG regulations, HSE standards, and industry best practices
• Experience managing training systems, KPIs, and reporting frameworks
• Strong leadership, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Excellent English communication (written and spoken)
• Experience working with contractors, vendors, and regulatory stakeholders