Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Our Kaefer Ireland site is looking for a Learning & Development Lead to join the team on a Full-time permanent basis at our Jarrow (Head Office), Kaefer UK & Ireland site.
The Learning & Development Lead will assist the Head of Engagement and Development in the execution of the KAEFER UK&I learning and development strategy and annual learning/training plan, including the development, coordination and facilitation of strategic development programmes and learning-based activity to KAEFER UK&I’s middle management population and supporting functions.
The Learning & Development Lead will operate cross-functionally, acting as a business partner and point of contact for the business’s learning, capability and performance needs.
Professional with high standard in own personal presentation, the Learning & Development Lead will be effective and influential on subjects with others at all levels, have coaching experience, and the ability to effectively coach individuals in the application of behavioural development.
Responsible for planning and delivering strategic development programmes and learning-based activity to the KAEFER UK&I middle management population and supporting functions, including the design, coordination and delivery of learning solutions, material accreditation, and activity which supports the annual priorities of the UK&I learning and development strategy.
Learning Needs Analysis
Proactive in conducting regular formal and informal needs analysis for aligned areas of the business, identifying performance needs and gaps, developing and facilitating the delivery of learning solutions to the business when needed. Monitors, analyses and reports internal trends, making recommendations for learning solutions, as appropriate.
Using the ADDIE process, designs, delivers and coordinates identified management capability development and/or learning projects for business enabling priorities. Develops, facilitates and coordinates bespoke programmes based on skills needs and high potential learning, ensuring continuity of development by linking to the new essential skills framework infrastructure. Supports the development of a UK&I annual learning plan related to identified performance gaps and management development needs. Provides oversight and analysis when defining learning requirements and demonstrates an understanding of processes and methodology in order to execute appropriate learning solutions.
Act as a change agent, lead, promote and support workforce learning, and capability improvement initiatives based upon business specific requirements, change programs and projects. Continuously proactive in being a catalyst for change and innovation within learning and development, when dealing with all levels within the company.
Continuous Professional Development
Remain current on learning and development related tools, techniques, strategies and practices in order to provide relevant, informed consultative advice to colleagues, SME’s and key stakeholders.
Ability to generating innovations or ideas in the context of the role and building on this, to develop ideas using tools like mind mapping, questioning, and considering different perspectives.
Sets clear performance standards, resilient with ability to overcome obstacles. Comfortable managing conflict with an ability to build relationships beyond the immediate team.
Qualifications: CIPD L&D Level 3 (Essential), Level 5 (Desirable).
L&D Experience: 5 years + (with emphasis on management development).
Our mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services.
KAEFER UK & Ireland provides a large and growing range of industries with asset integrity services including access solutions, insulation, surface protection, HVAC fabrication, E, C&I and more. We focus on improving energy efficiency and extending asset life cycles.
With unrivalled experience and expertise, our teams provide trusted partnerships and tailored support to execute even the most challenging and complex projects for clients.
We make positive contributions in the communities where we live and work, after all when it counts, count on us!