Training Advisor in Ipswich

The Geotechnical Sub Alliance (GSA) is a key delivery partner within the Sizewell C nuclear new‑build programme on the Suffolk coast. The alliance brings together specialist engineering organisations responsible for preparing the ground for construction – using advanced geotechnical techniques such as piling, diaphragm walling, soil mixing and grouting.

As part of a large, collaborative and high‑performing team, you will play a vital role in enabling a safe, compliant and efficient workforce onboarding process for one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects.

About the role

To support the effective planning, coordination, and assurance of training across the GSA project by working closely with operational teams, HR, and delivery partners. The Training Advisor will provide hands‑on advisory support to ensure training requirements are clearly understood, appropriately planned, and delivered in line with project, statutory, and contractual standards, contributing to a competent and compliant workforce.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for operational teams and partners on training requirements, standards, and processes.
• Translate project and role‑specific competence requirements into clear training plans and actions.
• Support the coordination and scheduling of training to align with mobilisation plans and construction programmes.
• Liaise with approved external training providers to arrange courses and confirm suitability against project standards.
• Support the monitoring of training compliance, qualifications, and certification requirements across the workforce.
• Identify gaps, risks, or upcoming expiries and proactively engage stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Assist with audit readiness by ensuring training evidence is accurate, current, and traceable.
• Escalate compliance or competence risks to the Training Manager where required.
• Work collaboratively with HR, site leadership, and partner organisations to ensure consistent application of training requirements.
• Provide clear guidance and advice to managers and supervisors on training and competence matters.
• Contribute to regular reporting on training status, risks, and progress.
• Support the review and improvement of training processes, guidance, and documentation.
• Capture feedback from learners and stakeholders to improve training coordination and effectiveness.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 3‑5 in Learning & Development or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience working within a regulated, safety‑critical, or construction/project environment.
• Experience supporting training delivery, coordination, or compliance in a complex or operational environment.
• Understanding of competence, qualification, and certification management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to advise and influence.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and training/competence management systems.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus (based on personal/project performance).
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (min. 5% company contribution).
• Enhanced Sick Pay (after probation).
• Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• 25‑days annual leave + Bank Holidays per year (increasing with service).
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Paid annual professional memberships.
• Professional growth and development.

Bachy Soletanche is committed to equal opportunities in employment with the aim of ensuring that everyone who applies to work for us receives fair treatment. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief and pregnancy/maternity.

Company Overview

With 10,000+ experts across 31 countries, Bachy Soletanche is the world’s largest specialist geotechnical contractor. We work on landmark projects using the latest tools and technologies, fostering collaboration, respect and teamwork. Our designers, engineers, project managers and workforce protect the best interests of our clients. We offer tailored guidance from our Core Business or Major Projects teams to suit each project scale.