Competency, Capability and Learning Leader

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Job Title: Competency, Capability and Learning Leader

Business Function: Human Resources

Location: Port Sunlight Factories (Site based)

Work-Level: 1S

JOB PURPOSE

Port Sunlight site is on a transformation trajectory and our masterplan has made a significant commitment to and build capability and upskill our workforce so that we can increase our sustainability, impact and efficiency targets.

With a number of transformational change programmes on the agenda, the Competency, Capability and Learning Leader is a pivotal role to help enable the transition and operational performance agenda.

Day-to-day the post holder will be accountable for the designing, development and delivery of training programs that enhance the skills, knowledge, and performance of employees within the manufacturing teams. This role is accountable for training needs assessments and analysis, ensuring the content of training materials and the appropriate training delivery methods to ensure that employees are well-equipped to meet production goals and adhere to safety, quality and environmental standards.

This role will suit a Learning and Development professional with experience in driving a learning agenda in the manufacturing industry or someone who has worked “on the shop floor” in FMCG  process or packing operations, Logistics and Distribution, or in a similar unionised working environment and has a deep passion for competence and skills development and coaching individuals and teams in the factories.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Site HRBP to develop a comprehensive Competence, Capability and Upskilling Development Strategy that aligns with the Site Masterplans supported by clear KPI’s to measure delivery
• Work proactively using data and observing capability on the shop floor, to conduct training needs analysis in line with mandatory requirements, individual needs and the business strategy
• Ensure that required training needs are prioritised and co-ordinated – producing an annual training calendar signed off by the PD Pillar Leader(s)
• Scope, design or coordinate the design of effective programmes and solutions which incorporates the licence to operate requirements, technical upskilling pathways, technical skills matrices and learning solutions that focus specifically on improving team member skills that contribute to factory losses
• Collaborate with UMS Pillar Leaders and other subject matter experts to develop the training materials and define their review periods to ensure they align with legal, regulatory and company requirements
• Foster strong partnerships with stakeholders and external partners to deliver and drive L&D initiatives against a planned calendar of learning activities
• Foster a continuous learning culture through coaching on the shop floor and using innovative and engaging learning methods on-the-job training, supplemented by e-learning and classroom-based workshops
• Input into the design and delivery of an engaging induction and onboarding program for all roles that makes all new hires feel welcome and valued
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning interventions and training programmes ensuring they are updated or improved as necessary
• Oversee the Learning Management System administration to ensure it is updated, accurate and provides valuable management information
• Ensure the provision of regular Management Information on training activities and their effectiveness to the PD Pillar and to assist in the accreditation of audit requirements
• Analyse L&D metrics to measure program effectiveness and Return on Investment
• Develop and manage the organisation’s learning and development budget to maximize the impact of all training initiatives
• Line manage and coach learning team members and liaise with Lead Ops in the factories
• Represent the PD Pillar on the PM and AM Pillars to ensure alignment in the deployment of skills
• Site Representative on the Supply Chain Factory Training Network
• Site contact for apprenticeship programmes enrolment and ongoing support

ALL ABOUT YOU

Professional skills

Essential

• Learning and development experience in an FMCG manufacturing, Logistics / Distribution, environment or extensive operational “on the floor experience” with a passion for coaching, upskilling and developing others
• Experienced “train the trainer” or adept in one-to-one/group coaching techniques
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, processes, and technologies

Desirable

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency Learning Management Systems and author/e-learning software

Experience required

Essential

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• A passion for coaching leaders, engineers, operators and others to bring their best self to work
• A passion for coaching technical skills and problem-solving techniques to deliver optimum operational performance
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships
• Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations
• Forward looking with a holistic approach
• Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively with and through others.

DESIRABLE

• Familiarity with project management approaches and tools
• Experience with supporting organizational change capability plans.

NOTES

About Unilever

Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Food, Home and Personal Care products with sales in over 190 countries and reaching 2 billion consumers a day. Unilever has more than 400 brands found in homes around the world, including Dove, Tresemme, Lynx, Lifebuoy, Shea Moisture, Persil, Domestos, Ben & Jerry’s, Magnum, Marmite, The Vegetarian Butcher, Graze and Pot Noodle.

Faced with the challenge of climate change and the need for human development, we want to move towards a world where everyone can live well and within the natural limits of the planet. That’s why our purpose is ‘to make sustainable living commonplace’.

What We Offer

Not only do we offer a competitive salary and pension scheme, we also offer an annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, a discounted staff shop and shares. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment.

Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all.

Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better business performance. We want to push boundaries, and have the flexibility needed to keep adapting in an ever-changing, more dynamic world. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. 

As part of your hiring journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments, to improve your recruitment experience.

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