Training Instructor at Bidvest Tank Terminals

Job Advert Summary    

• Bidvest Tank Terminals is looking to fill a Training Instructor position, to be based within the Durban Business Unit and reporting to the Training Supervisor. The incumbent in this position will ensure that all training is delivered within the framework of BTT standards, procedures and work instructions, including the ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 systems. The incumbent will also be responsible for theoretical and on the job (site) training and will ensure individuals are made competent in terms of their Job Descriptions, and Training Needs Analysis.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• National diploma in Chemical operations/chemical engineering
• Train the Trainer /Training Facilitator Certificate
• Assessor Certification advantageous
• 3 years Training /Supervisory /Technical experience
• 5 years’ experience in Gas /Chemical Plant Operations /handling of bulk Chemicals and Tank Farms
• Must have practical technical ability.
• Thorough understanding of BTT operations.
• Good working knowledge of computer systems: Word, Excel, PowerPoint SAP, and LMS

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Conduct training Needs Analysis
• Compile and coordinate the implementation of Training Plans
• Ensure that selected candidates for training, based on job descriptions, the skills matrix, and requests, receive thorough training and briefing on the specific aspects of the sites they will be working in. This includes both theoretical and practical components of the training.
• Work with Team leaders /Supervisors and Departmental heads in the weekly planning of candidates for training in the following week and report any attendance problems to the Training supervisor
• Ensure that IT system theory and practical training is done for SAP, Intranet,
• Test candidates for competence in the theory training in the Skills Centre
• Ensures Supervisors/Managers test, verify and sign off candidates for “on the job training” at all sites
• Provides monthly feedback to Training Supervisor in the form of training reports
• Responsible for new employee induction on site and giving new /old employees a thorough knowledge /insight into the fire and safety equipment available on site, and its usage
• Responsible for all site /shipping (on the job) training for new employees as well as refresher training as and when required
• Assists in preparing and updating instructional material and training aids to BTT standards

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required

• Attention to detail, and accuracy with figures
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to speak Zulu preferable
• Good administrative and report-writing skills
• Thorough understanding of BTT operations
• Good working knowledge of computer systems
• Knowledge of Skills Development Legislation
• Working knowledge of Chemical sector and reporting requirements