Manager, Training & Competency Management

Singapore Aero Engine Services Private Limited (SAESL); Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Flexible benefits

Company transport

Job summary

Singapore Aero Engine Services Private Limited (SAESL) in Singapore seeks a Manager, Training Academy & Competency Management to lead the Technical Training Academy and the competency framework across all Operational Business Units.

The role focuses on developing structured capability pathways, governance, and effective training systems that support safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Airworthiness, Planning, and HSE teams to

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Aviation Management, Technical Education, or related discipline.
• 8–10 years in aerospace MRO or technical operations, including 3 years in training management.
• Experience in training systems, competency management, and quality/performance.
• Knowledge of regulatory and airworthiness requirements; governance and authorization systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Power BI and Power Automate preferred.
• Experience collaborating with leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to drive capability initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and govern the organisation’s Training and Competency framework, including models, assessment methodologies, and the CSM system.
• Establish and lead the Technical Training Academy to build a competent frontline workforce and oversee progression.
• Ensure competency management supports product and people safety, quality, and Zero Defects.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Airworthiness, Engineering, Planning, and HSE to align training with operations.

Skills

Training management

Competency management

Technical training

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Power BI

Power Automate

Job description

About SAESL

A joint venture company between Rolls-Royce Plc and SIA Engineering Company. The company first started operations in 2001 and has since become a market leader for both engine overhaul and component repair services.

About SAESL

A joint venture company between Rolls-Royce Plc and SIA Engineering Company. The company first started operations in 2001 and has since become a market leader for both engine overhaul and component repair services.

As a result of sustained business growth, SAESL has continued to expand its facilities and develop new capabilities for both its engine overhaul and component repair businesses. The Engine Overhaul business has the capability to service all products in the Trent engine family, this includes Trent 500, Trent 700, Trent 800, Trent 900, Trent 1000 and Trent XWB; SAESL is the only Trent engine MRO that can support all product variants. The Engine Overhaul business has the capacity to repair and overhaul over 300 Trent engines per year and it is equipped with a state-of-the-art Engine Test Facility that supports our best-in-class engine turnaround times.

Why Join SAESL

• Staff Benefits (Comprehensive Medical Coverage, Flexible Benefits, Company Transport)
• Training/Career Progression Opportunities
• Job Security

Job Summary

The Manager, Training Academy & Competency Management is responsible for leading and governing the organisation’s Technical Training Academy and competency management framework to ensure a competent, capable, and authorized workforce across all Operational Business Units (OBUs). The role is accountable for developing structured capability pathways, strengthening competency governance, and implementing effective technical training systems that support operational excellence, product and people safety, regulatory compliance, and Zero Defects outcomes. The incumbent will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Airworthiness, Planning, and HSE teams to strengthen workforce capability, support future business growth, and build sustainable learning, competency, and safety culture across the organisation.

Job Responsibilities

Training & Competency System Governance

Lead and govern the organisation’s Training and Competency framework, including competency models, SKE requirements, assessment methodologies, assessor standards, and the Competency & Stamp Management (CSM) system. Ensure robust governance, standardisation, traceability, audit readiness, and alignment with regulatory, operational, product safety, HSE, and organisational requirements.

Training Academy & Capability Development

Establish and lead the Technical Training Academy to build a competent frontline workforce comprising Technicians, Inspectors, and Certifying Staff (CRS). Develop structured capability pathways, including Technician-to-Inspector-to-CRS progression, and oversee technical training covering induction, core skills, task qualification, recurrency, advanced capabilities, new engine types, repair processes, technologies, and operational systems.

Competency Assurance & Product Safety Integration

Ensure competency management directly supports product safety, people safety, quality performance, and Zero Defects outcomes by identifying and addressing capability gaps and competency-related risks. Integrate competency governance with E2E, SAF, Human Performance, HSE, and operational risk management frameworks, while driving targeted training and capability improvement initiatives for critical and safety-sensitive activities.

Operational Integration & Continuous Improvement

Partner with Operations, Quality, Airworthiness, Engineering, Planning, HSE, HR, and other support functions to align training and competency systems with operational requirements, workforce readiness, deployment flexibility, resilience, and future business growth. Drive continuous improvement in training effectiveness, competency processes, digital learning solutions, modern training technologies, and simulator-based learning, while embedding competency governance into operational routines and workforce planning processes.

Qualification / Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Aviation Management, Technical Education, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in aerospace MRO, aviation, manufacturing, or technical operations, including at least 3 years of experience in training management.
• Proven experience in training systems, competency management, operational quality, technical capability development, and the design and implementation of effective training programmes.
• Strong understanding of aerospace maintenance operations, regulatory and airworthiness requirements, technical training governance, and competency and authorisation systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools such as Power BI and Power Automate is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with operational leadership teams and cross-functional stakeholders to drive workforce development, training effectiveness, and organisational capability initiatives.