Training Manager in Felixstowe

Role Overview

Hutchison Ports – Port of Felixstowe is the UK’s largest deep water container port and a key gateway for global trade. We are looking for a Training Manager to join our Operational Training team, playing a key role in developing the capability and future performance of our engineering workforce, with a particular focus on our apprentice population.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting individuals to learn, grow and succeed. Whether your background is in apprenticeship management, learning and development, further education, engineering training, early careers programmes, colleges, schools, or operational engineering leadership, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on the next generation of engineers.

This role is responsible for the planning, design, delivery and quality assurance of engineering training, with a strong emphasis on overseeing and supporting engineering apprentices throughout their development journey. You will ensure all programmes are aligned to business needs, operational requirements and compliance standards, while providing structured pastoral care, guidance and mentorship to apprentices to help them succeed both technically and professionally.

You will lead the development of competency-based training frameworks, support early careers pathways and ensure apprentices receive a high-quality, engaging and supportive learning experience. This includes monitoring progress, identifying development needs, and working closely with line managers and training providers to ensure timely achievement of qualifications and workplace competence.

Working closely with Engineering Managers, HR and external training providers, you will ensure that all training activity is structured, effective and aligned to long-term business objectives. A key part of the role will be building strong relationships with apprentices, acting as a central point of support, and fostering a culture of learning, safety and continuous development across the engineering function.

Benefits

• Competitive pension: 8% employer contribution (min 4% employee)
• Life Assurance: 14x annual salary for pension scheme members (4x for non-members)
• Annual profit share bonus and performance related bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential counselling, stress & anxiety support, financial wellbeing guidance, plus access to our Wellbeing Hub
• On site Occupational Health Team and wellbeing support

Time, Flexibility & Community

• Paid leave, enhanced sick pay terms, and family friendly policies
• Volunteering days supporting our local community
• Perkbox retail discounts, wellbeing content and savings across hundreds of brands

Growth & Development

• Access to development pathways, accredited training, and career progression opportunities across our port network

Key responsibilities

• Lead the coordination, delivery and assurance of engineering training programmes, ensuring alignment with business and operational needs.
• Manage the engineering apprenticeship and graduate programmes, including development plans, reviews, external provider engagement and recruitment support.
• Design, deliver and continuously improve training frameworks, ensuring competency-based development and standardisation.
• Carry out skills gap analysis and provide structured development plans to support workforce capability.
• Lead and coordinate Coaches, Trainers and Mentors, ensuring consistent delivery and quality of training.
• Produce reporting and analysis to support training planning, budget forecasting and operational decision-making.
• Ensure all training systems and records are accurate, up to date and compliant.
• Act as centre coordinator for qualifications and assessment processes, ensuring compliance with awarding body requirements.
• Ensure safety-critical training is planned and delivered in line with business standards and requirements.
• Work with stakeholders across Engineering, HR and Operations to continuously improve training processes and outcomes.

Required qualifications and experience

• A Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or training/development qualification and relevant experience
• Experience working within an engineering or industrial environment.
• Experience designing or delivering training, development programmes or competency frameworks.
• Previous experience of apprenticeship programmes and working with training providers, schools and colleges.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to work with data and reporting.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and training or LMS systems.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• IOSH Managing Safely (or willingness to obtain).
• Full UK driving licence.

Compensation and hours

• Basic salary: £62,492
• Hours: 37.5hrs per week - Monday to Friday

Inclusion & Community

We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate individual differences and believe that embracing diversity drives innovation, creativity, and stronger collaboration across our teams.

We consider all qualified applicants and encourage open conversations about flexible working. We offer a supportive, community-focused environment and are proud to hold Chartered Status from Women in Maritime.

We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process to ensure all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. These may include:

• Providing application materials in alternative formats (e.g. large print or accessible documents)
• Giving additional time for assessments or interviews
• Sharing interview formats in advance where appropriate
• Providing interview questions in a clear, readable printed format for all candidates
• Where possible, offering virtual interviews as an alternative to in-person attendance
• Adjusting interview environments (e.g. quiet rooms or reduced distractions)
• Allowing the use of assistive technology or support persons
• Providing clear communication and instructions throughout the process

Hutchison Ports UK is able to sponsor skilled worker visas in cases where the role fits the requirements set out by the UK government. Please refer to the government website via this link to understand the requirements needed.