Director - Tech. & Operational Train. (UAE National)
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About the Role
EGA seeks a Director of Technical & Operational Training to lead development and execution of training initiatives for operational and technical staff.
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Responsibilities
- Drive formulation and implementation of operational & technical training strategies aligned with EGA's overall strategy
- Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental management policies within the department
- Oversee design and management of comprehensive training curriculum for operational and technical skill development
- Lead design and development of technical and operational training courses
- Manage Labour Training pool and National Trainees programs
- Lead identification and development of modern training tools like AR, VR, MR, and simulators
- Prepare and recommend annual budget for Technical and Operations Training (approx. US$4 5M)
- Collaborate with various plant areas to ensure training aligns with operational needs
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferably in Human Resources, Business Management or Engineering
- 10 12 years relevant experience in operations and technical training and development
- At least 3 years in positions of progressively increasing managerial responsibilities
- Approved qualification in training design and delivery is preferable
- Knowledge of Smelting Process Operations
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Job Purpose
- Lead the development and execution of all operational and technical training initiatives for EGA.
Key Accountabilities Strategic Development
- Drive formulation and implementation of operational & technical training strategies aligned with EGA's overall strategy.
Key Accountabilities Safety, Quality, and Environmental Compliance
- Ensure adherence to all safety, quality, and environmental management policies.
- Ensure all training materials are compliant with internal and external requirements.
Key Accountabilities Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Ensure training programs meet international and local regulatory standards.
- Liaise with government entities to secure recognition for EGA's technical courses.
Key Accountabilities Training Management
- Oversee design and management of comprehensive training curriculum for operational and technical skill development.
- Oversee training needs analyses and lead design of technical and operational training courses.
- Implement systems ensuring 30% of operations employees are prepared for next roles.
- Manage Labour Training pool of approximately 150 employees and 140 National Trainees.
- Ensure availability of suitable training equipment and resources.
Key Accountabilities Training Innovation and Strategy
- Lead identification and development of modern training tools aligned with Industry 4.0 technologies.
Key Accountabilities On Job Excellence
- Lead design and execution of On Job Excellence program with 30 on job coaches.
- Monitor and report on progress of skill upgrades and readiness for new employees.
Key Accountabilities Budget Management
- Prepare and recommend annual budget for Technical and Operations Training (approx. US$4 5M).
- Monitor financial performance against budget.
Key Accountabilities Collaboration and Coordination
- Collaborate with various plant areas to ensure training aligns with operational needs.
Key Accountabilities Emiratisation Initiatives
- Design and implement technical training programs for Graduate and Non Graduate National trainees.
- Manage training and development of approximately 180 National Trainees.
- Oversee National Traineeship Program covering diverse technical requirements.
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