Job Description

Gauteng, CenturionMonthly Cost To Company (Market related)Our client in the Automotive Industry based in Centurion, Gauteng is currently looking to employ a Workshop Manager (Technical Trainer).Aimed at Workshop Managers looking to transition into a training role.Requirements:

• Qualifications: Red Seal certification as a motor mechanic.
• Experience: 35 years of workshop experience as a qualified motor mechanic (VW & Audi experience is an advantage).
• Training Background: Prior training experience would be beneficial.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Work Style: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to:
Training Content Design / Launches / Projects:

• Collaborate with the Instructional Design Team to compile training materials for designated programmes.
• Design, customise, or refresh training material as directed by the company.
• Develop training content in formats such as: Face-to-Face Training: Facilitator Guide, Participant Guide, PowerPoint, Assessments. Virtual Classroom Training: Facilitator Guide, Participant Guide, PowerPoint Guide, Assessments. Web-Based Training: Content as required.
• Ensure all content aligns with competence-based learning outcomes and complies with versioning rules for cataloguing.
• Align training materials, examinations, and assessments with organisational and statutory policies, including health and safety.
• Assist the Technical Training Lead with: Scoping and defining learner paths for functional roles. Planning new product introduction training by model. Achieving an 80:20 blended learning strategy (20% Theoretical, 80% Practical).

Training Delivery:

• Deliver training as per schedules and at venues or locations directed by the Technical Training Lead.
• Undertake content development and revision when training delivery is not required.
• Ensure proper use of training information, tools, and materials provided by the Academy.
• Deliver ad hoc training and travel for training delivery within South Africa and Sub-Saharan markets as required.
• Conduct training for new product launches and ensure compliance attendance for target audiences as defined by brands.

Evaluation:

• Support the training evaluation process according to Kirkpatrick Levels 15, aligned with specific training outcomes.
• Manage course evaluations, address underperformance, and report poor outcomes to the Non-Tech Training Lead.
• Manage examination/assessment processes and resources according to company policy.
• Create relevant questionnaires and test delegates to ensure competence on course content.
• Use polls and online feedback during virtual sessions to evaluate session effectiveness.

Audits and Housekeeping:

• Maintain OEM training standards and support Academy audits.
• Ensure general housekeeping and maintenance of training vehicles, classrooms, practical workspaces, and equipment.

Customer Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain professional relationships with Dealer Personnel, Suppliers/Service Providers, and preferred Training Bodies.
• Act on evaluations and feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
• Foster positive working relationships with all customers and service providers.

Process Management:

• Update processes annually to align with the internal Quality Management System.
• Implement continuous improvements to enhance business operations, focusing on process efficiency.

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