Training Advisor

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Ipswich
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VINCI Construction
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Job description

The Geotechnical Sub Alliance (GSA) is a key delivery partner within the Sizewell C nuclear new‑build programme on the Suffolk coast. The alliance brings together specialist engineering organisations responsible for preparing the ground for construction - using advanced geotechnical techniques such as piling, diaphragm walling, soil mixing and grouting.

As part of a large, collaborative and high‑performing team, you will play a vital role in enabling a safe, compliant and efficient workforce onboarding process for one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects.

About the role:

To support the effective planning, coordination, and assurance of training across the GSA project by working closely with operational teams, HR, and delivery partners. The Training Advisor will provide hands-on advisory support to ensure training requirements are clearly understood, appropriately planned, and delivered in line with project, statutory, and contractual standards, contributing to a competent and compliant workforce.


Preferred experience

Training Advice & Coordination

  • Act as a key point of contact for operational teams and partners on training requirements, standards, and processes.
  • Translate project and role-specific competence requirements into clear training plans and actions.
  • Support the coordination and scheduling of training to align with mobilisation plans and construction programmes.
  • Liaise with approved external training providers to arrange courses and confirm suitability against project standards.

Compliance, Competence & Assurance

  • Support the monitoring of training compliance, qualifications, and certification requirements across the workforce.
  • Identify gaps, risks, or upcoming expiries and proactively engage stakeholders to resolve issues.
  • Assist with audit readiness by ensuring training evidence is accurate, current, and traceable.
  • Escalate compliance or competence risks to the Training Manager where required.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Work collaboratively with HR, site leadership, and partner organisations to ensure consistent application of training requirements.
  • Provide clear guidance and advice to managers and supervisors on training and competence matters.
  • Contribute to regular reporting on training status, risks, and progress.

Continuous Improvement

  • Support the review and improvement of training processes, guidance, and documentation.
  • Capture feedback from learners and stakeholders to improve training coordination and effectiveness.

General

  • Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role.

 What We’re Looking For

 Our ideal candidate will have:

  • CIPD Level 3-5 in Learning & Development or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Experience working within a regulated, safety-critical, or construction/project environment 
  • Experience supporting training delivery, coordination, or compliance in a complex or operational environment.
  • Understanding of competence, qualification, and certification management.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to advise and influence.
  • Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and training/competence management systems

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