Training and Competency Manager in Westminster

Take on a new challenge and help shape the future of learning, competency development, and technical capability across Alstom. You will report to the Services Operations Academy Director and play a vital role in driving a standardised, risk-based approach to training and competence that supports operational, tactical, and strategic priorities. Working closely with regional/country teams, recruitment, and subject matter experts, you will ensure that learning solutions are impactful, future-focused, and aligned with business needs. Your expertise will enable the continuous development of technical talent, enhance knowledge transfer, and strengthen excellence across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with regions, countries, and learning leads to conduct risk-based and learning data analysis, identifying gaps in capability and future competency development needs.
• Support regional teams in developing and deploying short, medium, and long-term training and competence strategies that build knowledge, skills, and behavioural capability.
• Develop and mentor local teams to promote standardisation and ensure strong knowledge transfer across sites and functions.
• Strengthen the recruitment interface by supporting the design and deployment of standardised processes to attract, onboard, and retain technical talent.
• Lead the development and deployment of technical learning and upskilling programmes, such as electrical safety training, ASAP, and Alstom 200 Days ensuring clear outcomes and consistent global standards.
• Promote blended learning solutions aligned to the 70/20/10 model, enhancing the effectiveness and accessibility of learning.
• Develop learning roadmaps and delivery plans that identify and proactively manage risks, issues, dependencies, and resource needs.
• Continuously evaluate learning pathways using recognised evaluation methodologies to ensure a demonstrable return on learning investment and support continuous improvement.
• Promote and support expertise management frameworks, including World Class Engineering & Manufacturing, special process expertise monitoring, and expert networks.
• Work with regional and country leads to define priorities, resources, governance, and KPIs required to deliver the competence, expertise, and learning plan.

Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in Learning, Training, Assessing, and Verifying.
• Strong experience applying and evaluating risk based learning within a technical, engineering, or railway operations environment.
• Knowledge of competency legislation, safety requirements, and regulatory standards related to technical or operational environments.
• Proven background in Technical Competency Management within a multi-site or global setting.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop teams, with significant experience in a managerial position.
• Strong track record in influencing stakeholders, managing complex projects, and delivering learning programmes with measurable outcomes.
• Experience using learning software, CMS/LMS platforms, and learning data/analytics to support evidence-based decision making.
• Experience working with large, blue-collar workforces and supporting standardised learning across diverse locations.
• Proficiency in IT tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Practical experience implementing or managing Competence Management Systems (CMS) or Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Benefits

• Join a company with a global portfolio spanning high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, and contribute to greener and smarter mobility worldwide.
• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects and utilise an agile working environment.
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning.
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive benefits (pension, life insurance, medical).
• Up to 52 weeks of full maternity and adoption pay.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holidays.
• Option to enjoy a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with our salary sacrifice scheme.
• A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!