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GMP Engineering Training Officer
Haleon
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3.1
Cape Town, Western Cape
Full-time

Job details

Pay information not provided
Full-time
Cape Town, Western Cape

Full job description

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.
About the role
This is a critical role in the OPEX Team at the Site, and will report into the Site Operational Excellence Manager/Director. This role is fundamental in executing the Continuous Improvement Plans for the Site, to achieve its growth and profitability objectives.
Role Description
The L&D Training Specialist will partner with the site leadership and functional stakeholders to define capability priorities and execute end‑to‑end learning solutions, spanning technical, compliance, leadership, and business skills that build the capabilities needed to deliver site performance and competitive advantage. The role will lead in the on-boarding of individuals in the areas of EHS, Quality, & Productivity. This role will also coordinate and assist in the on-going proficiency in the areas of Productivity via OTJ training. This role will also play a key role in the Operational Excellence Team and execution of learning and development initiatives that align with the Site goals.
Key responsibilities:
L&D Strategy & Governance
  • Co-create the site/function L&D strategy with L&D Business Partners, aligned to the business agenda and capability priorities.
  • Ensure solutions follow global frameworks, standards, systems, and processes; align to the Capability Framework.
Needs Assessment, Design & Measurement
  • Lead robust learning needs diagnostics (e.g., GEMBA, role analysis, focus groups, interviews) to define capability gaps.
  • With SMEs, set target audiences, precise learning objectives, and clear evaluation mechanisms/measures of success.
  • Define the most effective learning mix (instructor-led, e-learning, blended, social; 70/20/10) using sound instructional design.
Delivery & Enablement (Site Operations)
  • Create and maintain operational training materials; deliver/facilitate training where appropriate.
  • Lead site onboarding across EHS, Quality, and Productivity; provide and coordinate on-the-job training (including HAPS EPI tools/center-lines).
  • Manage refresher training calendars and compliance tracking.
Stakeholder, SME & Vendor Management
  • Broker resources across L&D, SMEs, technical workplace trainers, Centers of Excellence; interface with external suppliers as needed.
  • Coach and advise managers and employees on L&D offerings, capability standards, and their application.
OPEX & Capability Frameworks
  • Embed capability models/frameworks locally; support enterprise curricula (leadership & business skills) within area of responsibility.
  • Contribute as a key member of the Operational Excellence team on learning initiatives that drive site performance.
EHS, Quality & Compliance (Critical)
  • Work in accordance with the Environment, Health, Safety & Wellbeing Policy and site SOPs; comply with EHS & Engineering standards.
  • Ensure training on incident reporting and investigations; foster a reporting culture.
  • Ensure compliance with site health & safety standards and OHSA; drive Safety Continuous Improvement Frameworks; Provide training support and questions on weekly Gembas.
  • Support the Zero Accident Prevention (ZAP) initiative by reporting near misses/observations per KPI.
  • Manage Refresher training calendar, and ensure compliance
Team Leadership (as applicable)
  • May lead or manage a small number of Learning Advisors/Coordinators; initial scope indicates.
Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or related field OR Associate/Vocational qualification with significant training experience in manufacturing.
  • Experience 3-5 years in a similar position.
  • Knowledge of regulatory/compliance training requirements (e.g., GMP; OSHA).
  • Strong end-to-end L&D capability (needs assessment, design & delivery, evaluation); excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills; MS Office proficiency; ability to manage multiple projects and change/ambiguity.
Preferred:
  • FMCG experience (1+ year); OPEX/Lean Six Sigma exposure (SME level desirable).
  • Experience in complex, matrixed environments; financial acumen; ability to build credibility quickly.
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Job Posting End Date

2025-12-27

Equal Opportunities
Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

Adjustment or Accommodations Request
If you require a reasonable adjustment or accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at Haleon at any stage of the application process, please let your recruiter know by providing them with a description of specific adjustments you are requesting. We’ll provide all reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process and treat all information you provide us in confidence.

Note to candidates
The Haleon recruitment team will contact you using a Haleon email account (@haleon.com). If you are not sure whether the email you received is from Haleon, please get in touch.
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