Unilever invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Assistant Learning Manager vacancies (multiple posts). The closing date for applications is not listed.
Join Unilever as an Assistant Learning Manager!
Do you want to work for a company that makes a big difference in the world? Unilever is hiring for the Assistant Learning Manager role in their Supply Chain team. This is a full-time job based at the Khanyisa and Lordview locations.
About Unilever
Unilever is a global company whose products are used by 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries every day. We focus on making sustainable living commonplace and believe that doing business the right way leads to better performance. At Unilever, we value our people and believe that when you work with purpose, you create a better business and a better world.
Working at Unilever means embarking on a unique career journey. We provide an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible environment, giving you the tools you need to shape your future.
Job Purpose
As an Assistant Learning Manager at Unilever, you will play a crucial role in leading site strategies and factory master plans for capability development. You will support the People Development agenda for Unilever Manufacturing System (UMS) and assist with the digital transformation journey. Additionally, you will manage various skills development programs, ensuring alignment with the BBBEE Strategy and handling the partnership with relevant SETAs.
Main Responsibilities
- Learning Programs Management: Oversee training programs such as Internships, Learnerships, Operator Skills, and Apprenticeships.
- Recruitment and Onboarding: Manage the recruitment process to support the Employment Equity strategy and handle onboarding and training plans.
- Grant Management: Ensure timely submission of reports, applications, and claims related to discretionary grants.
- Capability Development: Develop site capability plans based on skills assessments and work with HR to secure training budgets.
- Compliance and Auditing: Ensure legal compliance through SHEQ training and audits, and support site audits.
- Committee Support: Lead the Training & Development Committee and support the Employment Equity Committee.
- Digital Adoption: Promote and drive digital learning programs and manage the Buildapp People Development Module.
- Budget Management: Plan training budgets, source providers, and track monthly training spend.
- BBBEE Compliance: Monitor and ensure quality submissions for BBBEE compliance and handle annual audit submissions.
- Training Centre Management: Oversee accreditation renewal, facility upkeep, and program quality.
- Leadership: Provide support and direction to the Learning Coordinator.
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Experiences & Qualifications
- Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent qualifications.
- 3 years of experience in factory training within a technical, FMCG, or manufacturing environment.
- Preferably experienced in Unilever Manufacturing System, Total Productive Maintenance, Lean Manufacturing, or People Development.
- Skills Development Facilitator experience with strong skills assessments (or willingness to study towards it).
- Ability to work in a highly unionized environment.
- Understanding of SAQA, NQF’s, and SETAs.
- Strategic thinking to develop a learning needs analysis plan.
Skills Required
- Proficiency in Learning Management Systems and MS Office tools.
- Strategic thinking and stakeholder management.
- Strong coaching and mentorship abilities.
Why Work at Unilever?
Unilever is committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity to drive business results and create a better future for our employees, consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce helps us achieve our growth ambitions and promotes inclusion across the business. At Unilever, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work, and we support any requirements you may have during your application process.
Apply now and be part of a company that makes a real impact on the world!