Job Description

Reference Number: 676 2810 MHU:Our client is a leading multinational mining company who are seeking a VP and Head of Learning & Development to join their team based in Johannesburg.Responsibilities:Develop and implement a long-term learning and development strategy in alignment with organisational objectives.
Collaborate with executive leadership to assess current and future workforce development needs.
Lead the development of technical training programs that support the businesses strategic priorities and foster a high-performance culture.
Oversee the design and delivery of high-quality learning solutions, including workshops, digital learning, and on-the-job training.
Ensure learning programs are aligned with industry best practices and the latest trends in adult learning.
Establish career development pathways and continuous learning opportunities for employees.
Foster a culture of learning, encouraging personal and professional growth.
Measure the impact of learning initiatives on employee engagement, productivity, and retention.
Lead the selection, implementation, and optimisation of learning management systems (LMS) and other digital tools for training delivery.
Stay updated on innovative learning technologies and methods (e.g. virtual learning, AI-based learning platforms and integrate them into the organisations learning ecosystem. (in line with company policy)
Develop and manage the budget for the learning and development department, ensuring efficient allocation of resources for maximum impact.
Track and report on the return on investment (ROI) for training and development programs.
Incorporate DEIB principles into all learning and development strategies
Promote a diverse and inclusive learning environment that supports equitable access to development opportunities.
Establish metrics to assess the effectiveness of training programs and their impact on business outcomes.
Regularly report to the executive team on learning initiatives, development progress and program impact.
Compile, approve and ensure compliance to the Human Resource L&S and Talent Management policies;
Develop the Learning and Development framework in line with the delivery of the business objectives in ensuring business continuity, strategic key resource development, contributing to a high performance culture;
Ensure compliance to the regulatory and legislative framework that governs the learning and development discipline;
Develop, maintain and manage the financial aspects regarding the L&D discipline in line with budget and skill grants objectives;
In collaboration with Business Improvement, identify and implement projects striving to improve current processes, practices and cost savings;
Contribute to the development of the HR Strategy in line with the national imperatives and regulatory frameworks; Ensure understanding in the discipline of the HR strategy in the delivery of the teams objectives;
Formulate a L&D , skills, competency and learning framework to align to the overall business and HR strategy, government and SETA vision as well as best practices;
Research , design and implement L&D to manage the entire L&D value chain effectively in the delivery of the L&D strategy;
Develop an annual skills development plan in line with business objectives to maximise grants; Ensure adherence to HR policies, procedures and practices as well as regulatory requirements with regards to skills development; Assess Human Resource risks , implement mitigating processes and practices as well as comply to any corporate governance, audit and ethical guidelines;
Promote a learning culture in the organisation by developing a learning and development framework; Identify, procure and implement suitable and effective learning technology through market studies, research, best practice and communication with external vendors;
Support, advise and manage the Human Resource L&D teams in their implementation of programs and systems as well as ensuring that budgetary constraints and guidelines are adhered to; Enable consistent improvement in training deliverables to enable achievement of strategic targets and the development of employees; Implement cost effective, HR L&D business-focused solutions;
Advocate skills development strategies such as Learnerships and Skills Programmes in the organisation in line with community development and government educational programmes;
Provide support and guidance to Operational Human Capital and Line Management;
Approve education, training, compliance, functional training and development providers;
Lead and drive the development of the L&D system to meet business requirements and ensure integration with ICT business systems in collaboration with HRMIS;
Lead the development of the L&D Social and Labour Plan in line with business and the Mining Charter requirements;
Sign-off on internal and external regulatory reporting in collaboration with Governance models;Consolidate Human Resource Development information for the Company Annual Report;
Manage the delivery of the high performance culture by the design, cascading of business objectives and implementation of annual BSC in line with business objectives;
Ensure the cascading of performance objectives for all management levels in Company;
Build a comprehensive workforce plan for learning pipelinesRequirements: Qualification and SkillNQF 7 (Bachelors Degree) in relevant field
NQF 8 (Post graduate Diploma / Honours Degree / Professional Qualification Degree in relevant field) would be advantageous
At least 10 years experience in a related role, of which 5 years should have been at a senior corporate level.
Experience in a mining/extractive industry with knowledge of the principal issues affecting the sector.
Strong experience with L&D strategies and implementation
Medically fit to work in the specific business area.
Clear security screening recordBenefits and Contractual information:Permanent opportunityIf you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to mhuber@camining.comPlease visit www.camining.com or www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.Mark HuberManaging Lead - Executive Mining RecruitmentCA MiningCA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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