Job Description Summary

The Training and Early Careers Department at GE Aerospace Wales is looking for a dynamic and passionate Training Specialist to lead the development of the next generation of people leaders. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on delivery, as you will design leadership development pathways and facilitate engaging training sessions across all levels of the organisation within the highly regulated Aerospace Industry.
This position is ideal for someone enthusiastic about people development, learning, and driving organisational growth. You will work with a diverse group of colleagues, from apprentices and early-career professionals to aspiring leaders and senior executives, helping them unlock their potential and achieve their career goals.

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement structured development pathways and training programs tailored to all pay bandings.
• Design and update training materials, including slide decks, activities, and e-learning content.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and senior trainers to ensure training content aligns with organisational goals.
• Coordinate and deliver training programs for:
• Apprentices and placement students
• Graduate trainees and early-career professionals
• Emerging and aspiring leaders
• Newly appointed team leaders and managers
• Senior and executive-level leaders
• Facilitate both classroom-based and virtual training sessions, adapting delivery to suit diverse audiences.
• Gather and analyse feedback to continuously improve training effectiveness and learner experience.
• Maintain accurate training records, schedules, and attendance logs using the company's Learning Management System (LMS).
• Promote development opportunities through internal communications such as newsletters, intranet posts, and presentations.
• Participate in learning & development events, workshops, and internal projects as needed.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Educated to degree level or possessing equivalent practical experience in Learning and Development.
• Proven experience delivering presentations to groups (both virtual and in-person).
• Basic understanding of leadership principles & behaviours (formal training is advantageous but not required).

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, confident, and eager to learn.
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills.
• Flexible and adaptable delivery style to suit a range of audiences.
• Collaborative mindset, able to work effectively across the global network and with peers.
• Proactive and self-motivated attitude.
• Familiarity with MS Teams, Office packages, and LMS platforms is preferred.

Flexible Working

GE Aerospace supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE Aerospace we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No