Job Purpose

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive training programs that enhance employee skills, knowledge, and performance. This role will work closely with various departments to identify training needs, implement training programs and initiatives and manage all training activities align with organizational goals.

Otraco Southern Africa is a key part of Bridgestone’s strategy to enhance mobility solutions and tyre-centric services across all market segments. As part of Bridgestone's initiative to improve these services, the company recognized a need for specific mining services and enhancements within the mining sector. The acquisition of Otraco Southern Africa, with its expertise in tyre management systems, creates a valuable opportunity to expand and strengthen Bridgestone's mobility solutions in this important market.

For more information about Otraco Southern Africa, please read the details below.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and assess current and future training needs through job analysis, career paths, appraisals, and consultations with line managers.
• Develop overall or individualized training and development plans that address organizational and employee needs.
• Use a variety of effective training methods, including inductions, orientations, and ongoing development opportunities.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness and success of training programs.
• Conduct vocational assessments in line with Otraco Training Standards and regulatory requirements to determine employee competency.
• Design, develop, and maintain up-to-date training materials and documentation.
• Prepare and submit monthly training plans, while monitoring training progress to ensure completion within required timeframes.
• Stay informed about industry training trends, best practices, and maintain personal development through continuous learning and collaboration.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate safety training programs, including inductions and refresher courses, to promote compliance and safe work practices in mining environments.
• Ensure workplace safety by reporting hazards, conducting risk analyses, maintaining safety training records, and collaborating with safety officers to meet regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education, Master, other certification:

• Grade 12 National Senior Certificate.
• A valid and appropriate light vehicle driver’s license (South African Code 08).
• Related industry field certificates or relevant experience.

Preferred:

• Facilitator & Assessor Certification.
• Experience in the Off the Road Tyre Services industry.

Experience (years):

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the mining sector and/or training and development sector, preferably in a managerial role.
• Proven experience developing, implementation and managing of mining-specific training programs.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse teams.
• Proficiency in learning management systems (LMS) and other training technologies/systems relevant to the mining sector.
• Ability to analyze data and assess training effectiveness.
• Strong understanding of mining safety regulations and adult learning principles.
• The candidate must have excellent proficiency in both Afrikaans and English .
• Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally in both languages, both verbally and in writing
• The candidate must be willing and able to undertake extensive travel across the African continent to render tyre management training on mining operations.
• Flexibility to adapt to different time zones, cultural environments, and local conditions is essential.