Join our team at Zibulo Colliery as Training Officer (Engineering) and be responsible for developing, updating, and implementing training plans as well as the development of Unit Standards based training material that complies with appropriate legislation.

You’ll look after our most important resource. Our people.

Thungela Resources [Thungela means “to ignite” in isiZulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production.  It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production. Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets.

As the Training Officer, you will be responsible for executing training plans, facilitating learning and development interventions and the development of Unit Standards based training material that complies with appropriate legislations.  

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:

• Conduct training and development needs analysis on an annual and ad hoc basis to establish the nature, complexity, and priority of training needs of employees in these departments
• Assist Learning & Development Manager with analysis of new or revised training and development interventions required by strategic and operational plans
• Direct responsibility of effectively managing the record keeping of learning and development systems, both physical and electronically.
• Develop and co-ordinate learner training programme as well as mentor and coach learners as required
• Facilitate Learning and Development interventions and manage the induction programme and process for the colliery employees as well as contractors.
• Maintaining up-to date and accurate engineering training matrixes

This role is in the Human Resource Department and is at a C4 level reporting to the Training Manager.

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification (NQF 4)
• Engineering related Trade Certificate
• Registered as an Assessor and Moderator
• Registered as a Facilitator
• Diploma in OD-ETDP or HR related Diploma is required with Bachelor’s Degree as an advantage
• N4 in Engineering would be advantageous

Experience:

• Extensive experience as a Training personnel for workshops, plant, and underground engineering
• At least 5 years relevant experience as an artisan
• Experienced with learnership management
• Specialist technical knowledge in engineering
• Understanding of the coal mining industry
• Proficient knowledge of the audit processes related to the Mining Charter and BBBEE

• Valid Driver’s licence
• Computer literacy (MS Office and Excell)
• SAP experience – advantageous
• Auditing skills (ISO 9001:2015)

Who We Are

We’re a company that promotes an environment that inspires innovation and where people have a shared sense of purpose. Skills, experience, creativity and agility underpin our ability to grow and thrive. This means building a diverse team of high-performing individuals who operate our sites safely, effectively and cost efficiently. Our people focus is centred on acquiring, developing, and retaining the talent we need to take our business forward, safely and sustainably.

What We Offer

When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But people want more out of their jobs than financial benefit alone. Being able to work with thought leaders, opportunities for development, strong values and a sound organisational culture all contribute significantly to a compelling employee value proposition.

Inclusion and Diversity

True diversity is about more than being an equal opportunities employer. It is about bringing out the best in people for the good of our business, its partners, and especially our employees. We’re committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where people are valued and respected for who they are and know exactly what value they bring to the table.

Background checks 

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications. 

How we are committed to your safety 

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer. 

How to apply 

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.