Training and Development Manager
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MST11606
E4415I / Training & Develop Rep Sr Stf Manager
Gloucester
MST LT - Multiple
Description of Business Environment:
This position is responsible for supporting a multi phased programme to train
commercial nuclear operators and technicians for a new generation of Nuclear Power
stations. The programme will adopt a systematic approach to training and will include
the following disciplines / roles; Human Performance Engineering, Curriculum
Development, development and use of Advanced Simulation Products / Training Aids,
Courseware development, Training and Education delivery and Trainee management.
Specific Job Description:
The selected candidate will join the Global Training Services team as a Training
Architect contributing to the analysis, design, development, implementation and
evaluation of turnkey training solutions in the commercial nuclear energy training
domain. The successful candidate will provide leadership across this training domain to
include customer interface, change board participation, adherence to technical process
and application of human performance engineering for a series of complex systems and
products. The candidate will support the team in building and growing professional
relations with the customer. The selected candidate will contribute in a leadership role
responsible for derive and design training solutions to effectively train nuclear power
plant Operators and Technicians. The candidate must be comfortable working in a fast
paced, dynamic environment, and be capable of working at all levels of the organization,
internal and external, to manage technical, cost and schedule project objectives. The
candidate must be able to successfully collaborate with subject matter experts,
multimedia graphic designers, hardware/software engineers and the faculty/staff of
academic institutions.
Required Skills:
Professional experience supporting the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) process in
developing holistic training solution design architectures in accordance with challenging defense
or commercial requirements. Significant experience in the application of training taxonomies,
adult learning psychology, deriving effective training solutions utilizing criterion-referenced
instruction, and evaluation of training systems. Proven leadership experience with demonstrated
accomplishments and career growth in areas of complex, high stakes/high consequence and
mission critical types of training. Adapt in working with technical subject matter.
Bachelors degree in an engineering/technical discipline from an accredited college in a related
discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education.
A Masters or PhD degree in Instructional Systems, Training, Human Performance or a related
discipline or equivalent. A working knowledge of the nuclear industry regulatory scheme and
recognized industry standards. Nuclear industry qualification(s) in operations, maintenance,
radiation protection/control and/or nuclear chemistry. In-plant nuclear experience in the
commercial or defense nuclear propulsion domains. Experience in working in domestic and
international nuclear energy domains. Experience in designing training solutions that include
affective domain training. Previous experience in designing training solutions in the nuclear
energy domain is highly desirable. Formal Program/Project Management training and experience
is a plus.
Standard Job Description:
Designs and delivers programs to train all levels of personnel. Develops tests and visual
aids, conducts training classes, and develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of
training activities. Keeps abreast of training and development research: learning theory,
motivation theory, and new materials, methods, and techniques. Develops in-house
programs and practices to identify developmental needs, including preparing personnel
for more responsible positions and increasing effectiveness in present assignments.
May evaluate and/or oversee contractors or vendors to develop and/or administer
training programs.
Typical Minimum Education & Experience:
Ideally require a Bachelors degree from an accredited college and capability typically achieved
through proven professional experience. Will also consider individuals with equivalent
experience / combined education.
Considered experienced, but still a learner.