Training Manager

Strategic Aerospace Services WLL; Qatar; On-site; QAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Aerospace Services WLL is seeking a Training Manager to lead the delivery and management of Continuing Airworthiness training activities. The role requires an experienced manager capable of developing effective training solutions while ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will oversee training interventions and must have a high level of understanding of the regulatory framework, along with a degree-level qualification. Strong leadership and strategy development skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High level of Regulatory Framework understanding to drive training processes.
• Ability to design and implement a continuous improvement culture.
• Experience in managing the competency of the training department.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage training activities while maintaining compliance with regulations.
• Develop and implement training strategies to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure the documentation of all training activities and records.

Skills

Leadership

Training Strategy Development

Regulatory Framework Understanding

Continuous Improvement Culture

Education

Degree Level Qualification

Job description

The Training Manager should be able to provide effective leadership for the delivery and management of all Continuing Airworthiness training activities from the TTF. The post holder should be able to lead and manage a skilled and knowledgeable workforce, for the purpose of deploying “fit for purpose” training solutions, whilst maximising operational efficiency and minimising costs. They may also be required to carry out additional or alternative tasks from time to time, subject to holding the appropriate level of competency.

Core Activity:

• Ensuring delivery to contracted milestones in line with CDRL B02.
• Identify training business opportunities and requirements for Training activities, including the development of outline solutions or bid proposals compliant with Part 145 and EASA, EMARS as appropriate.
• Undertake training situation analysis and produce consolidated reports/outline syllabus ensuring they meet the requirements of the business.
• Manage the delivery of training interventions which may include courseware, examinations, devices and facilities.
• Ensure training is delivered via a variety of media (classroom, virtual, practical, OJT etc.) and facilitate the management of assessments as required (written/practical), marking and feedback.
• Manage and lead training activities including bids, data management, facilities, trainers, examinations, training records and course scheduling.
• Manage the evaluation of training design and delivery ensuring all continuous improvements are embedded.
• Manage and lead the BAE Systems and BSL Mandated Training schedule, training records and course scheduling.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure effective leadership of Aircraft Maintenance & Support Training activities by setting delivery targets, monitoring progress and developing performance improvement programmes.
• Ensure all Training activities are appropriately documented and the appropriate airworthiness records are maintained on relevant systems (IT / paper based).
• Lead training compliance with the Training Management Plan & its associated procedures and standards, and any other company procedures and standards, as applicable.
• Manage the application of Human Factors, Error Management, Risk Management and Safety Assurance within Training, together with the proactive analysis, mitigation and management of Hazards.
• Ensure all Training activities are compliant with the Governance and Assurance framework. Ensure process confirmations and independent assurance audits are supported by Training personnel.
• Manage audit findings in a timely and appropriate manner and provide updates into the relevant reviews.
• Generate, deliver and implement effective improvements to overcome any non-compliance and monitor effectiveness inline with the appropriate QEAF procedures.
• Able to demonstrate a detailed understanding and application of the relevant Continuing Airworthiness Regulatory framework and ensure any Regulatory-driven changes are implemented. Lead training’s compliance with all other requirements, e.g. ITAR, EaPW, ISO, etc.
• Lead compliance with all applicable contractual requirements, e.g. through support to contract reviews, and ensure any changes are implemented into training activities, as appropriate.

Qualifications / Functional Knowledge:

• High level of Regulatory Framework understanding and the ability to drive this framework structure into the Training processes and activities.
• Able to design, implement and foster a continuous improvement culture, underpinned by appropriate management reporting systems.
• Able to take the lead in developing an efficient and cost effective training strategy.
• Able to manage the competency of the training department.
• Works with senior management to generate, drive and implement long-term improvements in order to enhance performance or overcome non-compliance across departments / functions.
• Through coordination with other departments, ensures integration of the training activity within the business, including planning, scheduling, controlling and reporting activities for cross-functional, high level of complexity/impact activities.
• A role for an experienced manager, the primary focus is outward looking, across departments and functions.
• Recent extensive experience as a Leader in Training or a related discipline.
• Degree Level Qualification, or suitable equivalent.