Company description:
Were the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.
Its a story were proud of but it doesnt end there. Were transforming our business and embracing the future. We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.
Job description:
The purpose of this role is to bring together and lead all elements of technical training across the business, building and delivering health and safety, safety-critical and equipment-operation training that drives compliance, competence and innovation across the technical space.
You will develop technical competency frameworks and training pathways, assess competence in technical functions, and design and deliver the technology and systems that support scalable, accredited training aligned to ABP standards, operational risk and future workforce needs.
What Youll Be Doing
- Lead the organisation's technical training strategy, ensuring a consistent approach across health & safety, engineering, marine, and plant operations
- Develop training programmes that build capability, support compliance, and reduce operational risk
- Oversee competency frameworks, assessments, and accreditation requirements across technical disciplines
- Drive the use of learning technologies and innovative training solutions to enhance engagement and effectiveness
- Ensure technical training meets regulatory, safety, and business standards, maintaining strong governance and audit readiness
- Lead and develop a high-performing technical training team, delivering against strategic priorities and workforce needs
- Monitor performance, compliance and competence data to drive continuous improvement and future capability development
Skills and Experiences
- Proven track record of building and delivering technical and/or health and safety training in a complex, safety-critical or operational environment
- Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, compliance and accreditation requirements for safety-critical and equipment-operation training
- Experience developing technical competency frameworks and assessing competence in technical functions
- Experience deploying learning technology and systems (e.g. LMS, digital learning) to support scalable training delivery
- Strong stakeholder and project management skills to drive value across a matrixed, technical organisation
- Proven track record of leading and growing a high-performing team
- Desirable: relevant health and safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH) and/or L&D / TAP / CIPD qualification
We offer:
We offer a competitive salary, contributory pension from day one (Starting at 3% employee contribution with 5% company match), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, wide range of discounts and cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with an in-house training academy which offers ongoing opportunities to develop your skills.
Senior Technical Training Manager in Sheffield employer: Associated British Ports Holdings Ltd
As the UK's largest ports operator, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values diversity and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our extensive training programmes and career advancement opportunities, all within a dynamic work culture that encourages collaboration and creativity. Located across 21 ports, we offer unique advantages such as a strong sense of community and the chance to contribute significantly to the UK economy while working in a vital industry.
Contact Details:
Associated British Ports Holdings Ltd Recruitment Team
