Learning & Development Specialist at RCL Foods

• As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dedicated Learning & Development Specialist to join our Sugar Division in Malelane. This role will report to the Learning & Development Manager.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Matric) and a relevant technical tertiary qualification.
• Education/Training qualification (e.g., OD ETDP) advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ Sugar Manufacturing/Production experience (essential).
• Experience leading, managing, or supervising teams (essential).
• Knowledge of sugar industry processes, SOPs, and basic engineering fundamentals.
• Passion for training, coaching, mentoring, and development.
• Assessor/Moderator accreditation advantageous.
• Experience in Learning & Development or similar environment advantageous.
• Understanding of Skills Development legislation, BBBEE, SAQA, and SETAs (AgriSETA/EWSETA) advantageous.
• Valid Code EB driver’s licence.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Compile and submit Sugar Production Training Plan.
• Implementation of Sugar Production Training Plan.
• Oversee and track the execution of the plan.
• Maintain skills matrix and drive implementation together with line management.
• Identify competency gaps by conducting a competency-based training needs analysis for Sugar Production.
• Develop training manuals, online learning modules and course materials.
• Develop and deliver professional technical training interventions.
• Assess and/or moderate training interventions.
• Monitor and evaluate training interventions.
• Organise training activities from planning, resourcing, execution, and reporting.
• Ensure the learning record keeping system provides for Compliance audits related to BBBEE, SETA, Skills Development Act as well as the Income Tax Act.
• Correct application of Learning and Development policies.
• Support HR with onboarding of new hires.
• Support the implementation of the Talent Pipeline development initiatives.
• Provide monthly management reports.
• Ensure effective cost control for training and development initiatives within your functional area.
• Oversee SETA funding returns.
• Select and supervise facilitators and training service providers.
• Build strong stakeholder relations

Deadline:8th March,2026