Job Summary
The Training Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive training and development programs that enhance technical competence, safety compliance, and leadership capability across the automobile manufacturing organization0.
The role supports production efficiency, quality improvement, and workforce development by aligning training initiatives with business and operational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Training Strategy & Planning:
Develop and execute annual training plans aligned with production, quality, and business goals.
Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) across production, engineering, quality, maintenance, and support functions.
Prepare and manage training budgets and optimize training resources.
Technical & Operational Training:
Design and coordinate technical training on automobile assembly, manufacturing processes, equipment operation, maintenance, and quality standards.
Collaborate with Production, R&D, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance teams to deliver specialized automotive training programs.
Coordinate OEM/vendor-led technical training and certifications.
Compliance, Safety & Quality Training:
Ensure compliance training for HSE, ISO/IATF standards, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain training records required for audits and certifications.
Leadership & Soft Skills Development:
Develop leadership, supervisory, and behavioural skills programs for managers, supervisors, and team leads.
Support succession planning, talent development, and career progression initiatives.
Training Delivery & Facilitation:
Facilitate internal training sessions, workshops, and onboarding programs.
Identify and manage external trainers and training institutions where required.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting:
Track training effectiveness using assessments, feedback, and performance indicators.
Prepare periodic training reports and present insights to management.
Continuously improve training programs based on feedback and business outcomes.
Learning Systems & Documentation:
Manage Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital training records.
Maintain up-to-date training materials, manuals, and SOPs.
Job Requirements
Educational Qualifications:
B.Sc./HND in Education/Educational Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Psychology , Industrial Relations, Sociology or a related field.
Professional certifications such as CIPM, CITD, SHRM, CIPD, NITAD, or equivalent are an added advantage.
Additional Requirements:
Certification in Training Needs Analysis (TNA)
Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Strong grounding in adult learning principles (Andragogy)
Experience in Training design, facilitation, and evalaution.
Experience:
7 - 12 years' experience in Training & Development, with at least 4 - 6 years in an automobile or manufacturing environment.
Proven experience delivering technical and operational training programs.
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of automobile manufacturing processes and production environments.
Knowledge of training cycle, competency frameworks, and performance management systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, presentation tools, and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Soft Skills:
Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong planning, organization, and time-management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.