Training & Competency Manager
Location: Stratford, London
Salary: £50,000–£60,000
About the Company
A leading provider of structural condition examinations and asset management services to the UK rail and highways sector. The company is known for delivering safety-critical work with innovation, integrity, and technical excellence. As they continue to grow and take on high-profile projects, they are committed to supporting employees with development opportunities in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
About the Training & Competency Manager role
This role is ideal for a highly organised and experienced professional to lead training and competency programmes across the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining technical competence frameworks, delivering training programmes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety-critical standards.
The key responsibilities for the Training & Competency Manager role are:
- Develop, implement, and maintain technical competency frameworks for staff
- Design and deliver training programmes using practical, classroom, and e-learning methods
- Build and maintain competency matrices and learning pathways (Trainee → Competent → Senior → Specialist)
- Manage certifications, authorisations, licences, and safety-critical competencies
- Run assessments, observations, and accreditation processes to ensure competence is maintained
- Monitor training compliance and prepare reports for management and regulators
- Implement and maintain Training Management Systems (TMS) or Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Work closely with operational teams to identify training needs and continuous improvement opportunities
- Ensure all training and competency activities meet industry regulatory and compliance standards
Essential skills and experience required for the Training & Competency role are:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in training and competency management, ideally within rail or asset examination/inspection
- Strong understanding of asset examination/inspection processes
- Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements for safety-critical staff
- Experience designing and delivering technical training materials
- Proven ability to manage certifications, authorisations, licences, and competency assessments
- Skilled in building competency matrices and learning pathways
- Experience implementing and running TMS or LMS platforms
Desirable skills and experience required for the Training & Competency Manager role are:
- Experience in rail, highways, or asset management sectors
- Experience designing e-learning modules and blended learning programmes
How to apply for this Training & Competency Manager role:
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