Head of Learning Transformation

The Weir Group

WBS

India or South Africa

Remote

(6 month project role)

Purpose of Role:

Lead the design and implementation of the new Learning & Development operating model that supports Weir’s strategic objectives.  This includes leading the end-to-end design of the global learning delivery function. Weir Business Services Learning organization will provide professional, innovative, value-added learning solutions and services to Weir.  This role reports to WBS HR Delivery Director.

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organization Development: Lead the design and implementation of WBS Learning Delivery function, managing change and stakeholders to ensure the adoption and on-going success of the learning team. Establish a Learning Delivery team that delivers high quality learning & development services to the business and is recognized for its expertise and capability. Regularly assess and refine the operating model based on feedback, insights and emerging trends in learning & development. Identify and develop the specialist skills and capabilities required for the learning function, providing guidance, coaching and training to enable learning professionals to excel within the new framework.
• Process Management: Working with Learning Subject Matter Experts and the Hire to Retire Global Process Owner, ensure delivery of end-to-end process mapping, and transition of learning services (i.e. fit-gap analysis, change impacts assessment, knowledge transfer/ training on new processes).
• Business Partnership: Work closely with the Centre of Expertise and Business Partnering teams in translating strategy into delivery plans and provide L&D. Work closely with outsourced partners who deliver learning & development administration and other learning services as required.
• Learning Management & Delivery: Develop Learning & Development expertise and capability that would be typical of a global manufacturing business. Manage L&D budgets and vendors ensuring value-for-money and appropriate budget allocation. Create and manage governance structures, performance metrics and continuous improvement mechanisms that demonstrate the impact of learning on the business.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for candidates that have the ability to perform the objectives above.

• Proven experience in leading and transforming global learning and development functions
• Experience of implementing a L&D operating model within a Global Business Services environment would be highly desirable
• Significant experience in all aspects of learning and development
• Highly skilled leader in leading and developing cross-functional, diverse teams and manage complex projects from inception to completion
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.  Ability to influence and inspire others at all levels of the company.
• Proficiency in learning management systems and learning technologies that are key to a modern, agile learning function.
• Experience of managing a learning service/operation; governance; service level reporting; vendor management; quality assurance; continuous improvement.
• Ideal candidate will come with proven history of delivering learning to diverse employee audience, including trades and blue collar.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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