Section Head, Discipline Training Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC)

Key Accountabilities:

• Training Strategy & Program Development:
• Develop and articulate a site-specific training strategy aligned with the overall organizational goals, operational needs, and the digitalization roadmap.
• Design, develop, and continuously update comprehensive training curricula and programs for specialized disciplines, including Phosphoric acid plant, Maintenance E&I, Maintenance mechanical, Beneficiation plant, and Sulfuric acid plant & power & utilities.
• Identify current and future skill gaps across workforce and proactively develop tailored training solutions to address them.

2. Training Delivery & Management:

• Oversee the effective delivery of all training programs at the site, ensuring high quality, relevance, and engagement for operators, technicians, and supervisors.
• Manage and guide the 6 Discipline Training Specialists, ensuring effective execution of their training responsibilities.
• Manage training resources specific, including internal trainers, external vendors, and learning platforms.

Ensure efficient scheduling and coordination of training activities across various plant units

3. Competency Development & Certification:

• Implement frameworks for competency assessment and development for employees, ensuring they achieve required skill levels.
• Collaborate with relevant experts (e.g., Principal Engineer, Six Sigma Implementation) to integrate certification programs for specialized skills relevant operations.
• Monitor and track employee training progress and certification status.

4. Training Effectiveness & Impact Measurement:

• Establish robust metrics and evaluation methodologies to measure the effectiveness and return on investment (ROI) of training programs at site.
• Analyze training data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and the impact of training on operational performance and digitalization adoption.
• Prepare and present reports on training outcomes and their contribution business objectives to site management and the Manager, Discipline Training.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication:

• Cultivate strong relationships with department heads, operational managers, and HR to understand specific training needs and ensure program alignment.
• Communicate effectively about training opportunities, requirements, and benefits across sites.
• Act as a champion for learning and development within operations.

6. Digital Learning Integration:

• Explore and integrate digital learning tools, platforms, and methodologies to enhance training delivery and accessibility for the workforce.
• Ensure training programs support the adoption and proficient use of new digital technologies and systems implemented across the sites.