Training Design and Delivery Manager

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence. Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible. From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

Training Design and Delivery Manager:

The Head of Training is responsible for the leadership of a number of teams delivering technology enabled training and services to Defence, Government and Industry customers, focussed on High Reliability Organisations (HROs). The Head of Training is also responsible for contributing to the generation of new revenue sources, and for assurance and governance of Thales Training and Simulation’s training solutions. In addition, the Training Design and Delivery Manager has a secondary duty as the Head of Discipline - Training in Thales Australia’s Engineering Competence Centre. Reporting to the Head of ILS, the HoD – Training is responsible for overseeing the standards, governance, processes, and quality of training across Thales Australia and New Zealand.

Finally, as one of the key subject matter experts in the Training and Simulation Business Line, the Head of Training contributes to Thales’ global Training and Simulation strategy, providing thought leadership and guidance to senior and executive leadership.

BENEFITS

• Free Health Insurance. Attractive remuneration package + Bonus
• Leading leave policies
• Study Assistance
• ThalesFlex – flexibility working is our everyday
• Family Support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Broad range of employee discounts
• Gym Membership (Fitness Passport)
• Growth and development opportunities
• Great colleagues and culture

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As Head of Training, you are accountable for:

• The functional leadership for all TTS instructors (perimeter of ~12), including:
• The operational manager for some training specialists (perimeter of ~5)
• Project Design Authority for training solutions
• Deliver training solutions for complex, must-win bids
• Deliver training solutions for complex, critical projects
• Manage the Training budget
• Develop and deliver the Training Services strategy in Australia
• Contribute to the growth of the business through support to business development initiatives

In addition, as a secondary role, as HoD Training in the Australian Engineering Competency Centre, you are accountable for:

• Training knowledge management and capitalisation
• Value analysis and cost estimation for training solutions
• Skills management for training across Thales Australia
• Governance of training services across Thales Australia
• Developing and owning a Chorus 2.0 process for training
• Training competitiveness & performance improvement
• Training strategy advisory
• Training solution craftsmanship
• The Thales Australia Training Community of Practice

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

• As a minimum, must hold CERTIV TAE40116 or equivalent, preferably diploma or degree in VET or L&D
• Must hold graduate qualifications in leadership, or equivalent training from an organisation comparable in complexity and size to Thales
• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in organisational leadership
• Must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in learning and development, preferably in Defence, Aviation or another High Reliability Organisation (HRO)
• Must have experience with ASDEFCON contracting
• Must have experience with the Systems Approach to Defence Learning (SADL)
• Desirable to have had experience as a training solution architect for Defence or industry tenders
• Desirable to have experience in organisational thought-leadership, including writing white papers and presenting at conferences

GOOD TO KNOW

You’ll get an email acknowledgement after you’ve applied, Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all suitable applicants.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/

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