Training Officer
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Preparation and submission of the WSP and ATR.
- Ensure Training needs are identified and action taken swiftly.
- Conduct skills gap analysis to identify training needs across the board whilst also identify potential training courses and training providers.
- Draw up yearly training plans for each staff member whilst maintaining a database of skills and competence of employees.
- Develop technical training courses for all levels by applying relevant regulations and standards.
- Develop training material that corresponds to the needs and includes the policies and procedures of the company using various training methods to engage employees, including hands-on and interactive activities.
- Evaluate existing training materials, determining what changes need to be made to keep these materials relevant and updated with all company policies.
- Assist in the preparation and processing of Employment Equity reports ensuring that training is aligned to both Equity and Skills Development
- Sit in on the EE & SD committee.
- Recommend, control, and organise learnerships to ensure maximum return on SETA funding.
- Design and conduct onboarding and orientation programs for new recruits.
- Conduct Health & Safety induction Programs to new candidates.
- Ensure Successors skills gaps are identified and relevant training provided in a structured manor.
- Intrude various and creative methods of training to simulate difficult client cases.
- Introduce and apply various sales training techniques to upsell products.
- Ensure effective training programmes and manuals developed for POS and Stock systems
- Strong focus on merchandising methods, incorporating visual and ease of access, including promotions and gondoliers.
- Management training developed and all managers and successors trained effectively.
- Assume responsibility for cross-functional tasks.
- Support and motivate team members during periods of stress and extra workload.
- Stay abreast of all statutory requirements and company regulations.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficient knowledge of the company policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Proven track record of training facilitation.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and to work well in a team.
- Drive and determination.
- Capability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Hands-on, team player, passionate, confident, and disciplined.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Grade 12
- 5 years retail at managerial level experience in similar environment
- Computer literacy
- Excellent record keeping ability
- People person who can coach and mentor and effectively engage staff
- Own vehicle to travel between stores
- Qualified SDF would be advantageous