Head of Training and Outsourcing at Nigeria Machine Tools Limited (NMTL)

Job Description

• Nigeria Machine Tools limited is the leading manufacturer of machine tools, machine accessories, mechanical spares and after sales support provider in West Africa.
• Our assembly, production capabilities and plant facilities make us the preferred provider of some of the most complex machinery tools and varied equipment.
• NMTL is further engaged in the manufacture and production of industrial spare parts and fittings for energy and power, and iron and steel industries; manpower training in various engineering and technological fields; provision of after-sales and consultancy services; thus influencing the growth of downstream industries associated with the machine tools industry.
• The Company also manufactures and assembles agricultural tractors and implements under its proprietary BULL trademark.
• As part of its expansion, the company is seeking to engage the services of a resourceful and competent person as Head of Training and outsourcing services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop in-depth technical and management training curriculum for the technical training school and technical staff within the group.
• Oversee the management of Technical Apprenticeship Scheme to meet the short and longer term needs of the group.
• Accredit the technical training unit with National Business and Technical Examination Board and other statutory agencies.
• Develop and market training courses for corporate companies or government agencies requiring their technical staff to be trained.
• Drive the technical training budget and ensure all expenditures are kept within the limit.
• Evaluate the in-house staff training needs, design and facilitates technical courses to improve efficiency in all the technical services within the group.
• Evaluate training programme and ensure the transfers of knowledge and skill into the trainees are met during and after the training.
• Research and identify the training tools or materials necessary to enhance knowledge and skill transfer and make appropriate recommendation(s) to the management e.t.c.

Technical Skills and Personal Qualities

• Relevant experience in designing, development, delivery of technical training programmes within a workshop environment.
• Ability to manage a strategic business unit.
• Ability to respond to RFP and tenders as well as make presentation.
• Self motivated with strong business and marketing skills.
• Good personality and creative thinking skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and demanding deadlines.
• Ability to transfer information or concepts into a usable format.
• Good computer skill with knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other engineering software programs
• Ready to travel across the country for training and business prospects.

Academic Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• M.Sc or MBA and membership of relevant professional bodies such as COREN, NITAD e.t.c will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years cognate experience in machine/implement & general technical training.