9 Technical Instructor jobs in Gauteng

Implement the Training Centre’s strategic plan and manage all aspects of the business to ensure profitability through increased sales, effective budget management, optimal allocation of resources, and cost-effective utilization. Develop and implement a sales and business development plan to expand the company’s client base, ensure its strong presence in the market, and achieve sales and growth targets.

Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to identify technical needs, assess requirements, and develop solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, educational institutions, and other stakeholders to enhance the Training Centre’s reputation and expand its trades, products, and services offering.

Provide leadership and support to the team to ensure the achievement of targets and the required outputs in line with the centre’s vision and mission. Drive continuous improvement in the Training Centre in conjunction with facilitators and team members and in alignment with industry requirements.

Manage risk within areas of responsibility and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards including compliance with applicable SETAs, NAMB, and QCTO requirements. Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers, and partner with key stakeholders to ensure improved efficiency and service delivery.

Stay up to date with industry best practices and conduct research to maintain expert knowledge on the industry, competitors, and best practices. Prepare relevant management reports and all sales, regulatory, and compliance submissions.

• A trade qualification such as Welding, Electrical, Millwright, or equivalent.
• A business-related qualification will be an advantage.
• A proven track record with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in managing a Technical Training Centre.
• Registration with the relevant SETAs.
• Comprehensive industry knowledge with in-depth understanding of the Sector Education and Training Authority (SETAs), National Artisan Moderation Body (NAMB), and Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
• A proven track record in achieving sales targets and profitably managing a Training Centre.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-workstream opportunities.

Our client is looking to attract an experienced, commercially astute Technical Training Centre Manager to manage its technical training centre in Springs, Ekurhuleni.

Purpose of the role: To drive the implementation of the Technical Training Centre strategy in collaboration with the company’s management to ensure that the centre is operating. To manage the Technical Training Centre’s operations and programmes to deliver industry-leading training and solutions resulting in gainful employment. Oversee the Technical Training Centre, ensuring regulatory compliance and growth. Continuous improvement within all areas of technical operations and embedding quality standards and best practice.

Our client is a leading global supplier of automation technology and technical education solutions.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Automation Skills Consultant. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in automation technology, coupled with excellent communication and sales skills. You will be responsible for selling training solutions to a diverse range of industries and identifying skills gaps within client organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients to understand their automation training needs and objectives.
• Utilize industry knowledge and expertise to identify skills gaps within client organizations.
• Develop customized training solutions tailored to address specific skill gaps and meet client requirements.
• Present and demonstrate the client’s training solutions to potential clients, effectively articulating the value proposition.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor on automation training and skills development.
• Work closely with internal teams, including Sales, Marketing, and Technical Support, to ensure seamless delivery of training solutions.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously enhance knowledge and expertise.
• Meet or exceed sales targets and contribute to the overall growth and success of the client’s Training Solutions Division.

Qualifications:

• Degree (BTech/BEng/BScEng) in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronic/Industrial Engineering or equivalent tertiary qualification.
• Additional Commercial/Supply Chain Management qualification will be advantageous.

Experience:

• Minimum 4 years technical industrial experience in Plant Maintenance, Engineering or Operations.
• Minimum 2 years Industrial Solutions Sales/Consulting experience.

Main job function

The purpose of this role is to provide comprehensive administrative support to the CTO while managing client training services, ensuring seamless coordination, client satisfaction, and the enhancement of technical skills among clients.

• Administrative Support to CTO: Manage the CTO’s calendar, schedule appointments, and arrange meetings. Prepare documents, presentations, and reports for internal and external meetings.
• Client Training Services Coordination: Collaborate with clients to understand training needs and customize training plans. Coordinate training sessions, including scheduling, venue arrangements, and logistics.
• Client Communication: Serve as a point of contact for clients regarding training inquiries and scheduling. Communicate with clients to ensure their training needs are addressed and met.
• Training Materials and Documentation: Develop training materials, presentations, and user manuals for client training. Create resources and guides to enhance the effectiveness of training programs.
• Scheduling and Logistics: Coordinate training sessions, ensuring trainers’ availability and participants’ schedules. Arrange travel, accommodation, and other logistics for trainers and clients as needed.
• Client Feedback and Support: Gather client feedback post-training and address any queries or concerns. Provide ongoing support to clients to ensure a positive training experience.
• Project Support: Assist the CTO in project-related tasks, documentation, and coordination. Support the execution of technical projects by organizing resources and tracking progress.
• Expense Management: Manage expense reports, invoices, and budget tracking for client training services. Ensure accurate recording and reporting of expenses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in executive support and client relations.

Salary

R12k – R16k p/m

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.

An international automotive OEM based in Tshwane, Gauteng is looking for an Advanced Services Engineering & Training Manager to be responsible for Advanced Service Engineering for ZAF, SSA, NA & ME, Technical Training for ZAF & SSA and Recall for South Africa.

The primary Responsibilities are:

Advanced Service Engineering:

• Prepare to support all future New Model Launches.
• Ensure Service literature like Workshop Manuals, wiring diagrams, etc. is updated and available to Buy.
• Special Service Tools management.
• Ensure Service schedules are updated.
• Diagnostic tools, support, and validation.
• Loan a Tool program management.
• Collaborate with the International Markets Group Publishing Team.

Technical Training:

• Manage the two training facilities.
• Ensure Dealer Network is trained and competent in all Specialties as well as New Model Introduction Training.
• Ensure training facilities are adequately equipped.
• Develop and include the latest Training programs in the Training curriculum.
• Manage our Purchased Service provider.
• Collaborate with the International Markets Group and US Training teams.
• Manage the training fleet.

Field Service Actions (FSA) / Recall:

• Launch Recalls for South Africa on time.
• Ensure all is in place prior to launching an FSA.
• Manage FSA’s within GCAMP.
• Manage our Purchased Service provider.
• Collaborate with the International Markets Group Recall team.

Key Performance Indicators include:

Advanced Service Engineering:

• All Special Tools are available and issued to dealers 2 months prior to new product launch.
• New Model Training concluded prior to launch.
• All Service literature available and updated prior to launch.

Training (South Africa):

• Ensure 100% of Dealers achieve Training Competency.
• Trainer and Trainee Satisfaction.
• Achieve 2nd Tier metrics i.e., FIRFT, Class fill, Delivery days and % Technicians trained.
• Manage Projects i.e., Skills Competition.
• Manage Tier 1 and Tier 2 Training.

Field Service Actions (Recalls):

• Launch Recalls timeously.
• Ensure all parts are available prior to launch.
• Manage all aspects of launching, managing and completion rates of recalls.
• Ensure Government Agencies are notified.

Ad-Hoc Responsibilities:

• Manage the Upstream & Training Budget.
• Manage Occupational Health & Safety for the SEO facility.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Engineering Degree or National Higher Diploma; MBA in addition is highly advantageous.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in the Automotive Industry. Additional experience in the Technical Service industry or Dealer Service environment will be a definite advantage.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license; ability to travel across Southern & Sub-Sahara Africa for several days at a time when required.