Unilever
Manufacturing
TechnicalSkillsTrainer
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“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.
Problem-solving; Root cause analysis
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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