Technical Trainer

ALPLA INC.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid

Training & development

Global exposure

Job summary

ALPLA INC. in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated trainer to oversee the Plastics Technician Apprenticeship Programme, delivering classroom, workshop and on-the-job training across plastics manufacturing processes.

You will plan curricula, develop materials, facilitate assessments, and ensure safety, QA standards, and Austrian final-exam compliance, while updating learner records and coordinating with plant mentors.

Qualifications

• Trade related occupational certification.
• 3-5 years industry work experience post Apprenticeship.
• 2-5 years work experience as a Facilitator or Assessor.
• Understanding of MerSETA and QCTO processes.
• 3 years of experience in a Plastic Packaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Train plastics technician apprentices.
• Plan and develop training calendar including on-the-job training.
• Integrate Austrian topics with SA curriculum modules.
• Develop and review training material and documents.
• Plan, develop and implement lesson plans.
• Coordinate and conduct facilitation for apprentices.
• Prepare classrooms and workshop for training.
• Provide training on key practical and personal skills.
• Give theory lessons in plastic processing, material science, etc.
• Plan and prepare apprentices for assessments as required.
• Monthly reporting on programme progress and evaluations.
• Ensure safety for Plant and Training workshop.
• Maintain machines and equipment availability.
• Preventative maintenance on workshop machines.
• Collaborate with Plant technical personnel on developments.
• Maintain regular communication with Plant mentors.
• Ensure compliance with Austrian Final Exam & QCTO standards.
• Update databases in the Learner Management System.

Skills

Facilitation

Assessor

Plastics

Education

Trade certification in plastics

Job description

Johannesburg / Gauteng / South Africa /Other/Full time

The incumbent will be responsible for facilitating the training and development of Apprentices for the Plastics Technician Apprenticeship Programme implementation and delivery of the Occupational Qualification which includes classroom-based training, workshop-based training and on -the-job training related to the plastics manufacturing machines and production processes.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for training the plastics technician apprentices
• Plan and develop training calendar including on-the-job-training
• Integrate Austrian topics and SA curriculum modules into one training plan
• Develop and review training material and documents
• Plan, develop and implement lesson plans
• Coordinate and conduct facilitation for apprentices
• Prepare classrooms and workshop for training
• Provide training on key practical and personal skills
• Give theory lessons in plastic processing, material science, etc.
• Plan and prepare apprentices for assessments as required
• Monthly reporting on programme progress, competency evaluations and feedback
• Ensure all safety aspects are adhered to for Plant and Training workshop
• Responsible for the availability and maintenance of all machines and equipment
• Preventative maintenance on all machines in the Training workshop
• Ensure availability and readiness of machines and equipment
• Manage and monitor Apprentices logbooks
• Collaborate with Plant technical personnel on developments in technology to remain relevant
• Maintain regular communication with the Plant mentors
• Ensure and maintain compliance with Austrian Final Exam requirements
• Ensure compliance to QCTO quality standards and processes are upheld.
• Maintain regular update of databases in the Learner Management System

What makes you great

REQUIREMENTS

• Trade related occupational certification
• A minimum of 3-5 years industry work experience post Apprenticeship.
• Minimum 2-5 years' work experience as a Facilitator or Assessor.
• Understanding of MerSETA and QCTO (Quality Council for Trades and Occupations) processes
• 3 years of experience in a Plastic Packaging environment.

ROLE MODEL FOR OUR IDENTITY

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate and live the ALPLA Identity through the following
behavioural competencies:

• We create trust
• We build respect
• Be Reliable
• Solve Problems
• Make Decisions
• Communicate Effectively

What you can expect working with us

• Market-Related Salary
• Professional working environment with Global Exposure
• Medical Aid
• Employee Assistance Program
• We facilitate a smooth start through individual and accurate training and professional guidance and support.
• We offer you a challenging task with a high degree of personal responsibility.
• Your individual performance will be remunerated, and your development will be supported by us.