Training Manager
Barberton Mines
2026/08/29   Barberton Fairview Mine


Job Ref #: TM082026
Industry: Human Resources
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
To oversee the effective functioning of the Education, Training and Development department, controlling business, staff, learning resources and ensuring quality training is provided.
Job Description
  • To provide effective Training services to the Business to support the achievement of plans
  • Support the overall management of Education, Training and Development function
  • Effectively control Training standards
  • Effectively co-ordinate Health, safety and environment issues with regards to training
  • Manage the total learning cycle
  • Engage in systems development to support efficient operation of the department
  • Improve the efficiency of the department
  • Advise on training issues and ensure training compliance to applicable legislation
  • Provide input into the management of the function
  • Engage in improvement activities and support change management initiatives
  • Represent the department at functional meetings
  • Effective administration of necessary systems and accurate training record keeping
  • Structure area of responsibility appropriately to achieve optimal work output
  • Support employee development through IDP, mentorship & career progression programmes
  • Effectively engage in diversity management
  • Plan and manage Social and Labour Plan in line with legislative requirements
Job Requirements
  • NDip: HRD Management or any other relevant qualification
  • Mechanised & Conventional mining and or relevant Technical Trade qualification
  • Relevant Training qualifications (facilitation, assessor, moderator, ETDP certificates and or diploma)
  • Mine Overseer Certificate of competence will be advantageous
  • Minimum 7 years of training experience in a mining environment, including at least 3 years in a managerial role. 
  • Knowledge of applicable legislation (e.g. Mines Health and Safety Act, Minerals & Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA), Skills Development Act, Employment Equity Act and QCTO processes)
  • Relevant mining technical training management experience
  • Understanding of skills gap matrix and analysis
  • Management of Social and Labour Plans
  • Attainment and preservation of the relevant SETA accreditation
  • Systems to manage and ensure delivery of compliance or mandatory training
  • Manage and deliver skills development programmes, including but not limited to Engineering Learnerships, Apprentices, Bursary Schemes, Internship, Experiential Training, etc.
  • Annual WSP/ATR reporting
  • Managing transition of systems to QCTO
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders
  • Claim grants refunds
  • Support in preparation process to uplift s54 and s55 of the MHSA
  • Valid certificate of physical fitness
  • Valid Driver’s license