Skills Development Partner in Burnley

The role holder will work closely with Senior Managers, Operational Leaders, HR colleagues, Safran University and external learning providers to develop effective people capability strategies that support business objectives. The role holder will contribute to the shaping of the broader HR functional plans, ensuring learning, organisational capability and workforce development requirements are effectively considered.

About Safran Nacelles: Safran Nacelles is a worldwide leader in aircraft engine nacelles. Our products and services equip all aircraft types; regional, business, short, medium and long-range commercial aircraft. Our expertise covers nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, maintenance and services. Our site in Burnley provides employment to almost 700 people and we are proud to be one of the largest private sector employers in Burnley.

Your Role: The role holder will work closely with Senior Managers, Operational Leaders, HR colleagues, Safran University and external learning providers to develop effective people capability strategies that support business objectives. The role holder will contribute to the shaping of the broader HR functional plans, ensuring learning, organisational capability and workforce development requirements are effectively considered.

Key Responsibilities

• To develop and implement the Company's Learning and Skills Development Strategy aligned to business objectives.
• To partner with Operational Managers to identify capability requirements and develop workforce development plans.
• To manage the Learning and Development budget, ensuring effective planning, governance and value for money.
• To manage the Apprenticeship Levy budget, ensuring maximum utilisation of available funding.
• To manage the Manufacturing & Production (M&P) Apprenticeship Programme, including recruitment, onboarding, learner progress, provider management and End Point Assessment.
• To manage apprenticeship sponsorship schemes and support future talent pipelines through apprenticeships, graduate programmes, work experience, STEM initiatives and career events.
• To design and collaborate with the delivery of the Corporate Company Induction Programme using innovative and engaging learning solutions.
• To manage organisational competency frameworks, skills matrices and workforce capability reporting.
• To conduct Training Needs Analysis and collate organisational learning requirements to support workforce planning and budget forecasting.
• To manage the Company's mandatory learning programme, ensuring statutory, regulatory and organisational compliance requirements are achieved.
• To develop, implement and maintain learning curricula within Safran University and Selia, supporting classroom, blended and digital learning solutions.
• To work collaboratively with Safran University and Group Learning teams to implement Group learning.

What You'll Bring

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Project Management skills
• Thorough understanding of Learning Management Systems and HR Systems
• Learning Needs Analysis and Workforce Planning
• Presentation and Facilitation Skills
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing learning environments
• Strong analytical and reporting capability
• Excellent planning, organisation and priority management skills
• Innovative and creative in approach
• Commercial awareness and budget management
• Motivated by delivering continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of Safran University and Selia Learning Systems
• CIPD Level 5 or above or equivalent experience
• Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards, ESFA Funding and Apprenticeship Levy

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.