On-the-Job Training (OJT) Trainer

NES Fircroft; Oman; On-site; OMR 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced On-the-Job Training (OJT) Trainer to lead a comprehensive LNG operations and maintenance training programme on site in Sur, Oman. The role focuses on structured coaching, competency development, and progress tracking within a major LNG environment.

The successful candidate will own planning and delivering a structured OJT programme, ensuring trainees achieve the competencies required to support safe and efficient LNG plant operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Process/Chemical engineering.
• Train‑the‑Trainer or equivalent certification.
• OPITO Assessor or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver structured on‑the‑job training programmes for operations, maintenance and supervisory personnel.
• Develop training schedules, rotational plans, and competency development pathways.
• Conduct competency gap analyses and create training plans to address identified development needs.
• Establish and maintain Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and monitor trainee progression against competency frameworks.
• Provide hands‑on coaching, mentoring, and competency assessments within an operational LNG environment.
• Promote a strong safety culture by embedding HSE principles, Risk Identification, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) practices into all training activities.
• Track attendance, performance, and training records, ensuring all documentation remains audit‑ready and compliant.
• Liaise with operations, maintenance, engineering, and training stakeholders to ensure effective programme delivery.
• Produce regular progress reports and provide recommendations to support trainee development and programme success.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives relating to training systems, materials, and competency assurance processes.

Skills

LNG Operations

Competency Assessment

Coaching & Mentoring

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Train‑the‑Trainer Certification

OPITO Assessor Certification

Job description

On-the-Job Training (OJT) Trainer

Location: Sur, Oman

Contract: 12-Month Assignment

Industry: LNG / Energy Infrastructure

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced On-the-Job Training (OJT) Trainer to lead and deliver a comprehensive training programme for LNG operations and maintenance personnel. This position will play a critical role in developing the competence of operations, maintenance, and supervisory personnel through structured on-site training, coaching, assessment, and skills development activities within a major LNG environment.

The successful candidate will take ownership of planning, coordinating, and delivering a structured OJT programme, ensuring trainees achieve the competencies required to support safe and efficient LNG plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver structured on-the-job training programmes for operations, maintenance, and supervisory personnel.
• Develop and manage training schedules, rotational plans, and competency development pathways.
• Conduct competency gap analyses and create training plans to address identified development needs.
• Establish and maintain Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and monitor trainee progression against competency frameworks.
• Provide hands‑on coaching, mentoring, and competency assessments within an operational LNG environment.
• Promote a strong safety culture by embedding HSE principles, Risk Identification, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) practices into all training activities.
• Track attendance, performance, and training records, ensuring all documentation remains audit-ready and compliant.
• Liaise with operations, maintenance, engineering, and training stakeholders to ensure effective programme delivery.
• Produce regular progress reports and provide recommendations to support trainee development and programme success.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives relating to training systems, materials, and competency assurance processes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Process/Chemical) or a related technical discipline.
• Recognised Train-the-Trainer, instructional design, competency assessor, or equivalent training certification.
• OPITO Assessor certification or equivalent competency assessment qualification.
• Minimum 15 years' experience within LNG Operations and/or Maintenance environments.
• At least 5 years' experience in a senior training, competency assurance, or OJT leadership role.
• Strong understanding of LNG plant operations, maintenance disciplines, and competency management systems.
• Experience supporting commissioning, start-up, or early operational phases of large-scale energy projects is highly desirable.

Key Skills

• LNG Operations & Panel Operations Training
• Competency Assessment & Assurance
• Coaching & Mentoring
• Training Programme Development
• Training Needs Analysis
• Operations & Maintenance Coordination
• HSE Leadership
• Stakeholder Management
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting
• Leadership & Team Development

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.