Mechanical Fitting Apprentice — Hands-On Trade Training

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Long-term project engagement

Professional development

Flexible schedule

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Curriculum Developer for vocational training to design and develop high-quality curricula. You will craft objectives, content, activities, and assessments for diverse trades, ensuring outcomes-focused learning.

Collaborating with SMEs and industry professionals, you will produce manuals, e-learning modules, video scripts, and practical exercises, applying adult learning principles to create accessible, learner-centered materials for a remote workforce.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in curriculum development, vocational or technical training.
• Experience designing and developing digital and print learning materials.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop vocational curricula with objectives, content, activities, and assessments.
• Create manuals, presentations, e-learning modules, video scripts, and practical exercises.
• Apply adult learning theories to keep content learner-centered.
• Collaborate with SMEs to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Develop assessments to measure competency and program effectiveness.
• Manage curriculum development projects and timely delivery of resources.
• Review curricula based on feedback and industry changes.
• Stay informed about best practices in vocational training.

Skills

Curriculum design

Instructional design

Adult learning

Storyline

Multimedia development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or related field

Master's degree is a plus

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Job description

Remote Curriculum Developer - Vocational Training

About the Role: Our client, a leading provider of vocational training programs, is seeking an innovative Remote Curriculum Developer to design and develop high-quality training materials. This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from your preferred location while contributing to the development of essential skills for the workforce. You will be responsible for creating engaging and effective curricula that meet industry standards and prepare learners for successful careers in various vocational fields. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and a passion for creating practical, outcome-focused learning experiences. You will collaborate with industry experts and subject matter specialists to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of our training programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive vocational training curricula, including learning objectives, course content, activities, and assessments.
• Create engaging learning materials such as manuals, presentations, e-learning modules, video scripts, and practical exercises.
• Apply instructional design principles and adult learning theories to ensure content is effective, accessible, and learner-centered.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and industry professionals to ensure curriculum accuracy and relevance.
• Develop assessment tools and strategies to measure learner competency and program effectiveness.
• Manage curriculum development projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality learning resources.
• Review and revise existing curricula based on feedback, industry changes, and performance data.
• Stay informed about best practices in vocational training and curriculum development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in curriculum development, with a focus on vocational or technical training programs.
• Proven experience in designing and developing various types of learning materials, including digital and print formats.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline) and multimedia development is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with specific vocational trades or industries is a plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering flexibility and autonomy.
• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to develop impactful training programs that enhance workforce skills.
• Collaborative environment with experienced professionals in vocational education.
• Professional development opportunities to stay current in the field.
• Potential for ongoing contract work and long-term project engagement.