Training Manager

Whittens is an Australian owned and operated multidisciplined civil construction company, proudly offering over 22 years' experience throughout Western Australia, New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland.
With a growing reputation, we continue to partner with some of Australia's major Infrastructure, Mining, Oil and Gas and Defence clients, specialising in the delivery of large scale and technically complex concrete construction, roadworks, earthworks and piping works projects.
Our mission, as an agile and people centric business, is to be the market leader in civil contracting, achieving sustainable growth through high performing people who safely deliver successful project outcomes for their clients.
We are currently recruiting a Training Manager to oversee and manage training within the organisation. Reporting to the Executive HSE Manager, the role will be responsible for oversight and support of operational training requirements; leading selected learning and development initiatives, inclusive of the development and delivery of training packages; and overseeing the continuous improvement of the training management system.
ABOUT THE ROLE
• Completion of pre-contract training documentation that requires technical training knowledge and experience e.g. Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and Training Management Plan
• Manage the training start-up process for new projects including reviewing project specific training documentation and embedding into project documentation, develop project specific training startup checklists, facilitating kick-off and subsequent start-up meetings, and lead and support project teams for an effective mobilisation
• Assist as required with the completion of training deliverables/ requirements e.g. TNAs, training matrices
• Coach project teams on project specific training requirements to ensure understanding and compliance
• As required, visit sites and conduct verification of competency (VOC) assessments as per the Company requirements, project specific TNA and Training Management Plan
• Manage and oversee the implementation and set-up of the Company training database – Competency, including delivery of training sessions
• Oversight of project and company training compliance and performance
• Conduct internal Training Audits
• Act as the conduit between Whittens Group and our affiliated RTO to enable Whittens to develop and deliver Nationally Accredited Training Courses
• Develop internal training material and manage all facets of the delivery of selected training packages/ courses remotely/ on-site and in Head Office
• Identify areas for improvement within training and incorporate them into the HSE Strategic Plans.
ABOUT YOU
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in HSE or Training role within the Civil construction industry
• Demonstrated experience working in operational HSE/T role
• Experience in providing support and coaching project teams, including site HSE personnel, to successfully implement the HSE requirements for site
• Advanced Diploma in OSH (minimum) and a Cert IV in Training & Assessment (TAE)
• Construction Induction Training (White Card)
• Ability to form effective working relationships with all levels of the organisation demonstrated ability to show initiative in identifying continuous improvement in training
• Ability to travel to national sites as required
What we offer
Whittens are committed to investing in our people, offering learning and development opportunities to build on the skills and experience you bring. With a pipeline of future works secured, you can be assured, this is a great opportunity to elevate yourself and Whittens to the next level. In return, you will be rewarded with the following:
• Generous and competitive salary package paid weekly
• Osborne Park location
• An inclusive and safe culture that nurtures collaboration and high performance
• Discounted Health insurance
• Novated Lease options
• Paid Parental Leave
Whittens is committed to workplace diversity. We support women in civil construction, champion Indigenous partnerships and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.
Please note that this role is being sourced through Whittens directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.