Product management
Competency Development Manager
The Competency Development Manager is responsible for leading the strategic planning, development, and implementation of competency-based training and development initiatives across the organization or designated sites. This role ensures that both theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for operational excellence are effectively developed, measured, and sustained through structured learning paths, coaching, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Identify knowledge (theory) and skills (practical/application) gaps
Develop and maintain competency frameworks aligned to business needs and workforce requirements
Develop/maintain a training/coaching schedule to close identified gaps
Schedule required knowledge training for respective site employees
Perform, train in and assess technical skills coaching activities on site
Implement and sustain the continuous coaching philosophy (process)
Ensure quality of the process and accuracy of the records
Produce/update and communicate regular progress reports (ie. Competence matrix and coaching activity database)
Align with site management on setting the target on technical skill level for the respective site
Perform all above activities to be transferred to the local counterpart (shadow)
Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve development programs based on feedback and performance data
Qualifications and Experience
3–5 years of technical experience working with relevant equipment would be an added advantage
Minimum 2 years in a senior training, coaching, or competency development role, preferably in a supervisory or management capacity
Strong experience in training needs analysis, designing, developing, and/or implementing training projects
Trade qualification in a technical field (e.g., mechanical, electrical, mining)
Strong presentation and communication skills (proficiency in English/local language)
Project management and scheduling experience
Proficient in coaching, assessment, and quality assurance skills