Skills Development Facilitator

HR Xchange; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an experienced Skills Development Facilitator to lead technical training and apprenticeship initiatives. The role involves collaboration with regulatory bodies, managing skills development programmes, and ensuring legislative compliance. If you are passionate about workforce development and training, apply to join a dynamic team!

Qualifications

• Experience in managing apprenticeship programmes in the engineering or technical sector.
• Strong understanding of skills development legislation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage apprenticeship and skills development programmes.
• Engage with SETAs and regulatory bodies for compliance and funding.
• Conduct training needs analysis with line managers.

Skills

Skills Development

Apprenticeships

Education

Qualification in Human Resource Development

Qualification in Education or related field

Job description

A leading engineering company based in the East Rand is seeking a dynamic and experienced Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) to support a project-based initiative focused on technical training and apprenticeship programmes. This role is pivotal in aligning workforce development with organisational objectives and legislative compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage apprenticeship and skills development programmes in line with industry standards and SETA requirements.
• Engage with SETAs, QCTO, and other regulatory bodies to ensure full compliance and optimal funding opportunities.
• Compile and submit Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs) and Annual Training Reports (ATRs).
• Facilitate the development and implementation of learnerships and artisan training programmes.
• Coordinate and track employee training, mentoring, and upskilling initiatives.
• Conduct training needs analysis in collaboration with line managers and HR.
• Maintain updated records of training interventions, learner progression, and programme outcomes.

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Human Resource Development, Education or related field.
• Proven experience in establishing and managing apprenticeship programmes, ideally within the engineering or technical sector.
• Sound understanding of skills development legislation (Skills Development Act, B-BBEE, SETA processes).
• Strong administrative and reporting skills, with attention to accuracy and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

Desired Skills:

• Skills Development
• Apprenticeships