Introduction 
This position will be based at a site close to Aggeneys in the Northern Cape.

Description
The purpose of this position is to equip staff with the knowledge and practical skills to carry out work-related tasks, and to help with the ongoing, long-term improvement of employees' skills to enable them to fulfil their potential within the Plant.

Qualification Requirements
Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4
National Diploma in Human Resource Development, Training Management, or a related field (Mining / Mineral Processing / Engineering)
Certificate in Training & Development (OD ETDP level 5 certificate) or relevant qualification
Assessor, Moderator certificate

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a training environment in the mining or mineral processing industry
• Knowledge of Isometrix / HSEC systems
• Experience in Engineering / Minerals skills programs, learnerships & qualifications.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 / ISO 45000:2018 / ISO 14001:2015
• English language proficiency
• Time management skills
• Supervisory skills
• Presentation and report writing skills
• Must have good interpersonal skills and must be able to work effectively with colleagues, trainees, supervisor and managers
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills to assess training needs and recommend appropriate solutions
• Valid Driver’s License

Duties and Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Ensure compliance with Gamsberg Health and Safety responsibilities and legal and operational requirements
• Identifying training and development needs within the Plant through engagement with the relevant stakeholders
• Design and expand training and development programs based on the needs of the plant and the individual
• Produce / develop training materials for in-house courses
• Facilitate training courses as well as on-the-job training in the plant on a needs basis
• Attend client meetings and Visible Coaching Leadership (VCL) as and when required
• Ensure that statutory training requirements are met

• Monitor and review the progress of trainees through questionnaires and discussions with the Supervisors and the Plant Manager
• Manage the delivery of training and development programs, using ISO principles where applicable
• Amend and revise programs as necessary, in order to adapt to changes occurring in the plant
• Assist Supervisors to solve specific training problems, either on a one-to-one basis or in groups
• Have an understanding of e-learning techniques, and where relevant, being involved in the creation and/or delivery of e-learning packages
• Updating of the training database and employee training files / records and matrices
• Ensure training complies with MQA and ISO standards and practices
• Act as Secondary SDF
• Work according to the Mine Code of Practice and report any deviations
• Prepare progress reports and any other reports as required by management and maintain employees’ training records
• Manage training programs to ensure they are delivering results
• Prepare training schedules, allocate instructors to different courses and monitor costs to keep programs within budget
• Approve training orders as per site procedure
• Monitor and update training actions on the Isometrix system
• Drive and Support Gamsberg’s retention of BBBEE certification through compliant training practices
• Management of the site-based training team ensuring that KPI’s are set and monitored, and that PDPs are in place

People Management and Training

• Supervise subordinates in their daily activities to ensure that administration is according to organisational standards and training requirements
• Advise line on skills development of personnel
• Provide information for the development of succession plans
• Promote adherence to HRD related legislative requirements
• Support, promote and sustain a learning culture in Gamsberg

Financial

• Supports the L&D Manager to compile annual Training budgets
• Recommends and incorporates cost saving initiatives into budgets and controls expenditure within approved parameters
• Flags potential under / over expenditure risks timeously

Health, Safety and Legal Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Gamsberg Health and Safety responsibilities
• Identify hazards and risks while performing daily tasks
• Comply with provided systems, practices, methods, standards and procedures of the job
• Comply with legal and operational requirements
• Ensure adherence to statutory legislation