Learning and Training Development Manager

Role:
Learning and Training Development Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Salary: £ competitive

Working Hours:

42.5 hours per week

Location:

Portsmouth

Due to continued expansion we’re looking for Learning and Training Development Manager to join our team.

THE ROLE

This key role will lead Hythe Engineering’s learning and development strategy, ensuring our workforce remains at the forefront of fabrication and welding excellence in tandem with the development and training requirements from graduate intake to existing staff.

The Learning and Training Development Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing training programmes, apprenticeship pathways and compliance with national and industry standards. The successful candidate will embed a culture of continuous learning, safety, and professional growth across all levels of the company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and implement Hythe’s L&D strategy aligned with operational and strategic objectives
Conduct Training Needs Analyses (TNA) to identify skill gaps and future capability requirements
Design competency frameworks for graduates, existing staff, project management and welders, fabricators and supervisors, supporting structured progression and succession planning
Partner with senior leadership to align training priorities with business growth and project delivery demands
Play a key role in the development of cultural development and strategy

Technical & Compliance Training

Co-ordinate certification renewals and audits with third-party test houses and accreditation bodies
Maintain accurate training and qualification records for client and regulatory audits
Co-ordinate mandatory and refresher training – including confined space, working at height and hot work
Oversee apprentice and trainee programmes in partnership with colleges and external training providers (e.g. City & Guilds, EAL, ECITB)

Leadership & Workforce Development

Develop supervisory and leadership development programmes to enhance management capability.
Support personal development planning and mentoring across departments.
Promote Hythe’s learning culture – encouraging employees to take ownership of their professional development
Implement and manage a Learning Management System (LMS) to streamline training administration and reporting
Introduce modern learning methods such as blended learning, e-learning modules and on-the-job coaching.
Continuously improve training delivery through evaluation, feedback and performance measurement

What We’re Looking For:

Skills and

Competencies:

Proven experience designing and managing L&D programmes in a technical environment
Recent experience of creating and leading a positive culture environment
Excellent communication, facilitation and coaching skills
Strong organisational, analytical and project management abilities
Proficiency in training software and LMS platforms

Qualifications and Experience

Degree or diploma in Engineering, Education, or Human Resources (CIPD Level 5+ desirable)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in Learning & Development
Recognised qualification in training delivery (PTLLS, AET, or equivalent)
Experience managing apprenticeship and vocational training schemes
IOSH Managing Safely (preferred)

REQUIREMENTS:

Please be aware that roles at Hythe Engineering require security clearance. Successful candidates must be able to meet the requirements to obtain, and maintain, appropriate security clearance to be considered for this position

BENEFITS:

Contributory pension scheme
Private medical insurance, including optical and dental

Hythe Engineering is a trusted partner to some of the UK’s leading Defence, Renewable and Nuclear contractors. We specialise in bespoke design and manufacturing solutions, with an emphasis on quality, safety and technical excellence.

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Hythe Group Ltd.

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