Utilities and Power Learning

Job Title: Utilities and Power L&D SME
Location: Warwick (Hybrid: 2 Days Onsite Including Thursday)
Rate: Up to £600 per day (Umbrella), PAYE Option Available
Contract Duration: 6 Months

Are you passionate about shaping the future of the energy sector? Do you have a knack for developing effective training programs that empower engineers and technicians? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

About the Role:
As a Utilities and Power L&D SME, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting our client's mission to ensure a skilled workforce ready to tackle the challenges of a net-zero energy future. You'll work closely with teams across four European countries, focusing on training and capabilities that drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Vision: Craft a forward-looking vision for the organisation's technological capabilities, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Learning Plan Development: Create and manage the annual operational learning plan, ensuring all training requirements are met for safety and compliance.
Training Matrix Management: Oversee the training matrix that encompasses technical engineering, safety, and compliance courses for interconnector operations.
Competency Roadmap: Lead the development and execution of a strategic competency roadmap, enhancing team capabilities.
Gap Analysis: Implement tools for competency gap analysis and facilitate the Operations Capability Forum for cross-functional collaboration.
Metrics and Reporting: Regularly update leadership and stakeholders on progress and outcomes.
Change Management: Guide teams through transitions during technology adoption, providing necessary training and support.What You Bring:

Background: Ideally, you come from an engineering technical OR L&D background within the utilities/energy industry.
Experience: Demonstrated experience in learning and development within the energy sector is essential.
Communication Skills: Strong ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders, effectively communicating complex concepts.
Analytical Mindset: Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Technical Know-How: Basic understanding of converter station assets and the Interconnector Safety Management System. Familiarity with Power BI is a plus, but manual processes are prevalent.
Knowledge of the Interconnector Safety Management System.
Basic technical knowledge of convertor station assets, work method processes, plant/equipment, development, and emergency responseQualifications:

Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in project/program planning.
Valid UK Driving License.
Desirable: Understanding of high voltage environments and project management training.Why Join Us?

Be part of a team that is central to the UK's transition to a greener energy future.
Collaborate with diverse teams and contribute to meaningful initiatives that impact the energy sector.
Enjoy a flexible working environment with the opportunity to work onsite two days a week, including Thursdays as a team anchor day.If you're ready to take your expertise to the next level and contribute to a sustainable future, we want to hear from you Apply now and join us in shaping the energy landscape of tomorrow

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