Training and Competency Supervisor

Petrofac Training Services; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in energy services is seeking a Training and Competency Supervisor in the UK. The role includes managing a team, developing training frameworks, and ensuring competency assurance across various projects. The ideal candidate must possess a relevant SVQ qualification and in-depth experience in competency assurance practices. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. Applicants should be ready for a hybrid work environment, supporting flexibility while ensuring the team meets strategic goals.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of competency assurance practices.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Experience in supervisory roles in high-risk industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Training & Competency team to deliver high-quality services.
• Develop and maintain training frameworks aligned with standards.
• Oversee competency management systems to track workforce competency.

Skills

Competitive assurance practices

Communication skills

Team leadership

Management experience

Education

SVQ level 3 or 4 in relevant discipline

Management or Leadership qualifications

Job description

Petrofac is a leading international service provider to the energy industry, with a diverse client portfolio including many of the world’s leading energy companies.

We design, build, manage and maintain infrastructure for our clients. We recruit, reward, and develop our people based on merit regardless of race, nationality, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. We value our people and treat everyone who works for or with Petrofac fairly and without discrimination.

The world is re-thinking its energy supply and energy security needs; planning for a phased transition to alternative energy sources. We are here to help our clients meet these evolving energy needs.

This is an exciting time to join us on this journey.

We support flexible working requests and have adopted a hybrid approach for most of our office-based roles. We ask employees to be present in the office at least three days per week.

Are you ready to bring the right energy to Petrofac and help us deliver a better future for everyone?

JOB TITLE: TRAINING AND COMPETENCY SUPERVISOR

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for day to day management of the Training & Competency team to deliver high-quality management services.
• Develop, implement, and maintain training and competency frameworks aligned with industry and company standards.
• Ensure quality, integrity, and governance of the Training & Competence Management Service (TMS/CMS).
• Accountable for the line management, coaching and mentoring of TMS & CMS team leads.
• Ensure adequate resources for the full scope covered by the Competence & Training team, carry out resource planning
• Business compliance and awareness of Training & Competence Management Services. Act as subject matter expert for the organisation
• Oversee the use of training & competency management systems to track, assess, and report workforce competency.
• Ensure training matrices are standardised and aligned to the overall competence led framework, incorporating into the TMS/CMS
• Co-ordinate and facilitate the Competence Assurance Steering Group Meetings
• Liaise with Technical Authority/Business SME network to support Competence Assurance
• Develop, review, and maintain related processes, procedures and supporting documentation
• Development of proposal documents in line with external customer requirements, costs and Framework requirements
• Development of Competence and Training requirements aligned to relevant industry standards
• Project Management of all improvement projects
• Consult and Advise internal and external customers on appropriate framework and approach
• Manage Training Services interface with external support services and resources
• Head of Centre for SQA, apply additional qualification delivery in line with business requirements
• Work with Business Delivery Manager to grow the TMS & CMS as an external offering
• Focal point for external Competence Audits (OPITO, HSSE, FPAL, ISO, Customers)
• Act as Lead Internal Quality Assurer and manage all Quality Assurance aspects of Competence Assurance – audits, reporting, review, verification, training etc.
• Ensure development of all personnel within the team to meet strategic and business requirements
• Provide coaching and support to team members and stakeholders on competency processes and best practices.
• Monitor performance metrics and deliver regular reports to senior leadership.
• Assist in facilitation of regular competence forums
• Take personal responsibility for safety and adhere to Petrofac's life saving rules.
• Comply with all relevant Petrofac Facilities Management (PFM) Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures where appropriate
• Actively participate in, and support, all PFM HSE plans, initiatives and improvements
• 'Live' our Petrofac Values and apply them in day-to-day work

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• SVQ level 3 or 4 in a relevant discipline, or equivalent qualification
• In depth knowledge of competency assurance practices and accreditation, including competency models and assessment tools
• Qualified Workplace Assessor and Internal Verifier essential (Preferable updated to current standard – L&d9di & L&D11)
• Management or Leadership qualifications
• Knowledge of Oil and Gas Industry (or other highly regulated/safety focused industry).
• Good working knowledge and expertise in the management of training in high-risk industries
• Experience in a supervisory role
• Experience in development of competency framework, processes and procedures
• Proven recent experience in the management and delivery of Qualification programmes including successful completion of Approval Application with Awarding body (SQA, C&G or similar)
• Proven recent practice and expertise within head of centre or centre coordination roles with SQA, City & Guilds or similar
• Proven recent experience within Lead Verifier role with evidential successful outcomes on centre approval audits
• Prior experience in upstream/downstream operations, engineering, or technical services.
• Awareness of HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) standards and compliance requirements
• Ability to work autonomously on own initiative.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Experience in coaching, mentoring,li>
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to set your team up for success, manage performance and contribute towards succession planning
• Knowledge and experience of audit activities, scheduling, and process
• A proactive attitude and aptitude for taking on tasks with attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a diverse, multi-cultural team and have consideration of other cultures.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
• Continuous improvement mind set and application.
• A confident decision maker, having the ability to evaluate a situation and review all possible outcomes before implementing a solution.
• Ability to act and respond within a dynamic and operational team