Unilever

Manufacturing

TechnicalSkillsTrainer

$650–950k ~AI est. Boksburg, South Africa FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Technical Skills Trainer at Unilever. Skills: Technical Training, Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Coaching. Deliver engineering technical training. Develop engaging training materials”

What You'll Achieve.

Develop Technical Operators; Develop Technician Apprentices; Support technician progression; Support Artisan progression; Support Technical Operator progression; Protect quality standards; Improve productivity

Industry & Context.

Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Root cause analysis

Eligibility Requirements

Work lawfully in South Africa

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5 years' experience as Artisan, 3 years in Factory Training, N6 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Trade Tested Artisan, understanding of Unions, expertise in mechanical systems, knowledge of process engineering equipment, Electrical expertise in control circuits, Hands-on experience with electrical components

Nice to Have

Accredited Assessor, Working towards Assessor, Facilitator, Material design and development, coaching and communication skills, instructional experience, WCM/TPM/ Lean Manufacturing/ Continuous Improvement mind set, in depth knowledge of Training Analysis

What You'll Do.

Deliver engineering technical training

Develop engaging training materials

Maintain accurate training records

Build technical capability

Execute site training strategy

Maintain Technical Skills Matrix

Update assessment records

Capture training activities

Track training activities

Support WSP population

Support ATR population

Support BBBEE training spend tracking

Ensure site compliance

Develop training tools

Develop assessment tools

Maintain training documentation

Maintain reporting processes

Promote understanding of hazards

Ensure adherence to safety procedures

Ensure adherence to environmental procedures

Embed sustainability into training

Support reduction of environmental impact

Ensure technical capability supports quality

Act as technical leader

Promote high-performing teams

Link technical skills with behaviours

Lead engineering capability improvement

Conduct technical skills assessments

Conduct technical audits

Identify capability gaps

Implement development interventions

Implement coaching interventions

Drive capability improvements

Support loss elimination initiatives

Maintain on-site training facilities

Maintain on-site training materials

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Liaise with training providers; Work with product team

Communication Scope

Coaching; Mentoring; Teaching

Process & Methodology

Workplace Skills Plan, Annual Training Report

Full Job Description

Unilever is currently hiring for: **Technical Skills Trainer** **Function** : Supply Chain **Reports to** : Assistant Learning Manager **Scope** : Southern Africa **Location** : Boksburg Factory **Terms & Conditions**: Full time **ABOUT UNILEVER** With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future. **JOB PURPOSE** The Technical Skills Trainer leads all technical training interventions for the sourcing units and is necessarily an experienced mechanical and/or electrical technician with an excellent ability to teach, coach and mentor. The Skills Trainer will coordinate and deliver course training for all technical levels, develop Technical Operators, and Technician Apprentices in accordance with Unilever curriculum requirements. They will liaise with other training providers where it is advantageous to use their capabilities. Within the factories, the Skills Trainer will continue to support the development and progression of trained Technicians, Artisans and Technical Operators through the skills audit and the HR for Factories Integrated Training system. Operational training interventions will be varied, but often involve legislative safety and hazard awareness training, and loss-based training. Additionally, the Skills Trainer will of

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