HR Manager - Technical Training

Help us look after our people.

Collaborative and innovative, you enjoy being part of a diverse team helping improve people’s working lives, creating a safe, supportive work environment where wellbeing comes first.

We want our people to make a positive difference to their lives, their teams and their communities. That means investing in development and encouraging collective ambition because inclusive teams build trust and deliver positive results.

After all, we’re the world’s leading diamond company – a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.

To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.

The role will specifically be located at Venetia Mine.

To strategically lead and manage the training, learning and development function at Venetia Mine, ensuring the execution of regulatory compliant, cost-effective, and future-ready training programs. The role supports operational readiness, legal compliance, workforce capability building aligned with transformation and technological changes.

Strategic Planning and Governance:

• • Develop and manage training budgets.
  • Responsible for the submission of the WSP, ATR, SLP, Mining Charter, Transformation, BBBEE and EE.
  • Maintain MQA/QCTO accreditation and ISO 9001 compliance.
  • Ensure Workplace, Workforce and Workplan (WWW) compliance and Green Audit/MBA readiness.
  • Ensure contractor compliance to training standards.

Training Design and Delivery:

• • Develop and implement annual training plans (technical & non-technical).
  • Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA).
  • Oversee design and revision of training content and materials.
  • Facilitate and assess training interventions.
  • Serve as SME for computer-based training systems.
  • Implement pre-employment assessments.

Non-Technical & Community Training:

• • Manage AET and non-technical training.
  • Oversee community training per Social Labour Plan obligations.
  • Ensure the submitting of discretionary grant applications (MQA/SETA).
  • Develop mine-specific procedures and process flows.
  • Develop and maintain annual non-technical training schedule.

Monitor, Reporting & Audits:

• • Track and interpret training data.
  • Compile monthly reports and maintain training records.
  • Prepare and facilitate audits (DMRE, MQA and ISO).
  • Maintain administrative and recordkeeping systems.

People & Performance Management:

• • Manage KRA’s, IDP’s, and performance of direct reports.
  • Participate in recruitment and selection of trainees.
  • Support skills transfer.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

• • Establish strong relationships with HRD and stakeholders.
  • Attend internal and external stakeholder meetings.

Governance & Safety:

• • Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, legislation.
  • Execute 2.6.1 functions and responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: (Education & Experience)

• Relevant Degree or National Diploma Essential
• Grade 12
• ISO Internal Auditor
• Valid Red Ticket
• Technical qualification related to the industry, i.e. Mining, Engineering or Metallurgy.
• Registered MQA assessor and Moderator
• Skills Development Facilitator

Role-specific knowledge:

Experience statement should include reference to:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Training Manager in the mining industry.
• In depth knowledge and experience in all aspects of technical training, i.e. Mining, Metallurgy and Engineering.
• In depth knowledge and experience in Non-technical training, legislative reports and Employment Equity requirements.
• Leadership and management experience.
• Experience in legal compliance to Mine Health and Safety Act (training requirements).
• Managing certification of a Training Centre in terms of ISO 9001:2008 (QMS) and maintain MQA accreditation.
• Management of young professionals, i.e. bursars, graduate and experiential trainees.
• Study Assistance programmes.
• Management of training data, i.e. SAP and Training Management Systems.

Values

Put Safety First – We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate – We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together – Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust– We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care – The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future – We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

Eligibility Criteria 

This role is open to all individuals and we will support employees who might need to relocate

TO APPLY:

Submit applications on or before the closing date to:

Closing date: 18 September 2025

Should you not have heard from the HR Department four weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.