Learning Specialist

We are looking for a Learning Specialist!

Are you passionate about developing people?  Do you have a curiosity and drive to continuously improve ways of working and to solve problems through effective collaboration?

We're seeking a proactive, enthusiastic Learning Specialist to lead and support various learning and development initiatives across our manufacturing operations in the UK.  This role is key in supporting the business to ensure employees are trained, qualified and continuously developed to meet operational and safety standards.

The role will be based at our Dunfermline site, but will require regular travel to our Newcastle site and occasional travel to Portsmouth and Aberdeen. 

Job Purpose

To partner with the business to ensure compliance, technical and engineering training is managed effectively and efficiently to improve individual and business performance.  To drive standardisation across our sites, sharing best practices and leveraging digital tools to streamline learning processes.

This role will primarily support our manufacturing sites in Dunfermline, Newcastle and Portsmouth, and will be a key member of the UK Learning team.

Job Description

•    To provide learning and development consultancy, coaching and support to managers and employees across the organisation.
•    Drive continuous improvement initiatives to standardise learning processes, tools and methodologies across the UK Learning Team.
•    Partner with the business at each site to identify and share best practices in compliance training, driving standardisation across the sites.
•    Support Subject Matter Experts in the business to design and deliver technical training.  
•    Manage relationships with external training providers. 
•    Partner with the Learning team in Hub India to ensure efficient and accurate processing of all learning & development administration support provided to the business. 
•    Lead on learning and development campaigns and projects as required.
•    Network and collaborate with colleagues in the global Learning & Knowledge Management team to learn and share best practices. 

You are meant for this job if:

Essential

•    Experience of working within a manufacturing or engineering environment (either working directly in the business, or supporting from a training perspective)
•    Knowledge of HSE regulations and training requirements within manufacturing
•    Ability to build effective stakeholder relationships and partner with the business
•    A curiosity and desire to solve problems, improve processes and streamline ways of working
•    Excellent communication and facilitation skills
•    Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring on time delivery
•    Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including Excel and Sharepoint
•    Knowledge of Lean methodologies
•    Analytical/critical-thinking mindset

Desirable

•    Experience with Learning Management and Competency Assurance systems
•    Experience supporting audits from a training and competence perspective 
•    An interest in digital learning technologies (including VR and AI) and Power Automate

What we offer

• My Annual Leave - 30 days + 5 fixed public holidays.
• My Wealth and Protection – Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Life Assurance, Will Writing, Workplace Isa, Group Personal Pension Plan - employer contributions up to 10%.
• My Health and Wellbeing - Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Insurance, Health Assessments & Personal Accident Insurance.
• My Lifestyle - Electric Vehicle Scheme, Cyle2Work, Employee Tech Scheme, Give as You Earn, GymFlex, Holiday Trading, Personal Travel Insurance, Perks at Work.
• My Workplace - Subsidised Canteen and Costa Coffee, Onsite Gym, Family Fun Days, Hybrid Working, Flexible Working Arrangements, Enhanced Maternity and Parental leave, Talent/Management and Leadership programmes, Various inhouse training opportunities for your personal development.  
•  My Giving - Volunteering Day, Various Social and Health & Wellbeing groups.