Johannesburg: Training Centre Manager

About the Role

The Training Centre Manager will lead strategic direction, maintain industry-aligned training standards, and create an environment that supports the development of skilled technical professionals. This is a key leadership role that requires strong management, business development, and technical expertise skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the overall budget for the training centre
• Monitor programme expenses and ensure cost-effective operations
• Promote training services to secure new business and revenue
• Contribute to organisational strategy discussions and planning
• Prepare tenders, proposals, and funding applications
• Provide technical input to strengthen business development efforts
• Design, plan, and manage all training programmes
• Continuously review and improve training methodologies
• Implement and optimise digital learning systems and platforms
• Coordinate external projects and secondments for trainees
• Organise supplementary skills workshops (e.g., project management, report writing, budgeting)
• Collaborate on curriculum updates and programme redesign
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, policies, and HSE regulations
• Oversee maintenance and management of workshop equipment, tools, and inventory
• Lead and support instructors and technical staff in their daily duties
• Maintain discipline, safety, and high operational standards
• Support trainees in professional registration processes and logbook completion
• Compile monthly reports on programme progress, performance, finances, and risks
• Manage client projects involving trainees, ensuring quality delivery
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to centre staff
• Collaborate with internal and external partners on training programme development
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners, clients, and institutions
• Act as a subject matter expert on technical training initiatives when required
• Coach and mentor trainees, offering guidance and feedback
• Serve as a role model for professionalism and ethical behaviour
• Enhance the trainee experience through guest lectures, site visits, and networking opportunities
• Monitor and analyse feedback, pass rates, and satisfaction indicators to guide improvements

Requirements

• Open to relevant experience in same position
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Red Seal Trade Tested Qualification
• Postgraduate qualification in Business Management or similar certificate (Preferred)
• Professional registration with ECSA (Preferred)
• Code 08 Drivers Licence, as travelling is necessary in this position

Qualifications

• None mentioned

Salary & Benefits

• Salary details not specified