Maintenance Training Coordinator at HBM Nigeria Plc (Formerly Lafarge)

Purpose of the Job

• Prepare, facilitate, monitor, evaluate and document training activities in the training centre.
• Work closely with the Maintenance teams across the cement plants in Nigeria to reinforce on-the-job training and individual development.
• Ensure the quality and consistency of course content throughout the course lifecycle.
• Manage the training programme in accordance with business needs, regulatory requirements and the Quality Management System.
• Assess and deploy training needs for new and existing employees within the Company’s Maintenance function for cement plants in Nigeria.
• Identify and deploy internal and external training programmes to address competency gaps.
• Partner with internal stakeholders regarding employee training needs.
• Develop a safe working culture across all Training Centres in the country and ensure this is driven consistently.

Role Responsibilities

• Organize, develop or source training programmes to meet specific training needs.
• Liaise with Subject Matter Experts and CIP regarding instructional design.
• Develop training aids such as manuals, handbooks and models.
• Inform frontline managers about available training options.
• Map out training plans for all Maintenance functions.
• Present training programmes using recognised training techniques and tools.
• Facilitate learning through a variety of delivery methods, including classroom instruction, virtual training and on-the-job coaching.
• Design and apply assessment tools to measure training effectiveness.
• Track and report training outcomes and circulate findings to the Head of Industrial Learning & Development and relevant stakeholders.
• Provide feedback to programme participants and Plant Management.
• Evaluate and make recommendations on training materials and methodologies.
• Manage and maintain employee training records.
• Coordinate logistics for training activities, including venues and equipment.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external training providers.
• Coordinate off-site training activities for employees.
• Work closely with the Head of iL&D to manage the training budget.
• Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment.
• Keep up to date with developments in training design and methodology.
• Work with Plant teams and coaches to prepare candidates for qualification and certification processes for Maintenance functions.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment and drive towards the development of the Maintenance Workshop.

Requirements

Critical Knowledge

• Good knowledge of HBM Nigeria PLC Safety Standards, Advisories and Procedures.
• Good knowledge of business processes.
• Expert coaching and facilitation skills.
• Good knowledge of applicable safety laws and regulations.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Educational Qualification

• Graduate-level qualification in Engineering, Science or Social Sciences.
• IT competency is required.

Critical Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industrial/manufacturing experience.

Technical Competencies

• Good knowledge of the cement manufacturing process.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to understand and use training tools such as CECIL, SIMULEX, and Produce & Maintain.