Job Purpose:
The Training & Development Specialist will drive the design, development, and implementation of comprehensive learning programmes to enhance employee capabilities and engagement at GWM South Africa. This specialist will lead initiatives including enhanced onboarding rollout, skills gap analysis, mentorship programmes, and Train-the-Trainer frameworks to support continuous workforce growth and performance excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
● Develop and implement a comprehensive enhanced onboarding programme to accelerate new employees' engagement and productivity, ensuring alignment with company culture and goals.
● Perform detailed skills gap analyses in collaboration with department leaders to identify capability needs and recommend appropriate learning solutions.
● Design, coordinate, and support mentorship programmes that promote knowledge transfer, career development, and retention of high-potential talent.
● Lead the Train-the-Trainer rollout by preparing internal trainers with effective facilitation techniques, content mastery, and adult learning principles.
● Collaborate with HR business partners and department managers to align training initiatives with performance management and succession planning.
● Monitor, evaluate, and report training impact using quantitative and qualitative metrics to drive continuous programme enhancement.
● Maintain and update training materials, manuals, and digital resources to ensure currency and accessibility.
● Champion a learning culture by promoting engagement and uptake of development opportunities across the organisation.
● Coordinate logistics and resources for training sessions, workshops, and development events.
Performance Metrics:
● Reduction in new hire time-to-productivity through enhanced onboarding programmes.
● Improvement in skill proficiency levels identified from skills gap analyses pre- and post-interventions.
● Participation and satisfaction rates of mentorship and Train-the-Trainer programmes.
● Percentage of internal trainers certified through the Train-the-Trainer rollout.
● Measurable increases in employee engagement scores related to learning and development.
Qualifications and Experience:
● Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Education, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
● 3-5 years of hands-on experience in training, learning, and development, ideally in the automotive sector.
● Proven expertise in onboarding program design, skills gap analysis, mentorship programme implementation, and Train-the-Trainer initiatives.
● Strong understanding of adult learning theories, instructional design, and effective facilitation methods.
● Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning platforms.
● Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
● Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and training tools.
● Automotive OEM Industry experience is essential.
Cultural Values and Competencies:
● Commitment to continuous learning and development excellence aligned with GWM South Africa’s values.
● Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills to work effectively with diverse teams.
● High emotional intelligence with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
● Strategic mindset with problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
● Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
CVs to be emailed to careers@gwm.co.za
Closing date: 30 November 2025
